Williams HouseDIG (Dads in the Garden)
William’s House offers weekly “DIG” (Dads in the Garden) classes led by a certified horticultural therapist, combining gardening, culinary skills, and recovery support.
Fathers in recovery · Weekly
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William's House offers weekly "DIG" (Dads in the Garden) classes led by a certified horticultural therapist, combining gardening, culinary skills, and recovery support.
Participants grow herbs and vegetables, which are donated to the local food bank, and gain therapeutic benefits like stress relief, community connection, and self-esteem.
Lessons from 12-step recovery programs are integrated into gardening activities to reinforce themes like acceptance, patience, and personal growth.
Questions
What is DIG (Dads in the Garden)?
William's House offers weekly "DIG" (Dads in the Garden) classes led by a certified horticultural therapist, combining gardening, culinary skills, and recovery support.
What happens to the food participants grow?
Participants grow herbs and vegetables, which are donated to the local food bank
How are recovery lessons included?
Lessons from 12-step recovery programs are integrated into gardening activities to reinforce themes like acceptance, patience, and personal growth.
Details
- Who
- Fathers in recovery
- When
- Weekly
Run by
Family Empowerment ProgramWH has created a 24-plus month program, Family Empowerment Program, built on six pillars to provide holistic support to men with children: 1) Housing Stability, 2) Financial Literacy & Wealth Building, 3) Family Counseling, 4) Physical & Mental Wellness, 5) Sobriety Maintenance,
Counseling ProgramWilliam’s House offers accessible counseling services in a supportive and welcoming environment designed to promote healing, growth, and emotional wellness for children (8+), teens, and adults.