Gardening is oft-noted for its therapeutic value – spending time outdoors improves mental health, relieves stress and anxiety, and can increase feelings of well-being.
It was with this intent that Bayside Community Center launched its garden therapy program last year, one of many programs offered by 88 nonprofit partners throughout San Diego County through the Level Up SD grant program.
After a year of pandemic restrictions and online learning during the 2020 – 2021 academic year, the San Diego Unified School District Board of Education committed $31 million to augment its enhanced learning programming in partnership with The San Diego Foundation through Level Up SD.
For nearly 90 years, Bayside Community Center has empowered its diverse community to improve its quality of life through services, education and advocacy.
Located in Linda Vista, Bayside applied for a Level Up SD 2021 grant for its garden therapy program to connect middle school students with the natural world, improve self-efficacy, enhance problem-solving and teamwork skills, and reduce stress and anxiety.
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