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Growing Greens in a Care Home

Enhancing Elderly Care with Harho Grow Boxes at a Care Home

Learn about how a forward-thinking care home integrated Harho’s innovative grow boxes into their daily activities, enhancing the wellbeing and engagement of their elderly residents. This case study highlights the transformative impact of gardening and interactive learning on residents’ quality of life.

Recognising the therapeutic benefits of gardening, a progressive care home sought to introduce a meaningful activity that could engage and uplift their elderly residents. Traditional activities were often repetitive, and they were searching for a more interactive and stimulating alternative. They discovered Harho’s grow boxes, designed to promote hands-on gardening and educational experiences.

  • Overview
  • Daily Usage & Engagement
  • Feedback
Overview
"The introduction of Harho's grow boxes has been a game-changer for our residents. It's not just about gardening; it's about fostering a sense of purpose and connection to nature that transcends age barriers. We've witnessed first-hand the joy and satisfaction it brings to our residents."
Key call outs

  • Growing activity took place in a care home setting August 23
  • Care tea reported that it was easy to set up alongside the residents
  • Excellent ongoing experience through the grow- they enjoyed showing their knowledge on daily questions
  • All boxes successfully completed grows
  • Reported residents checking on growing, watering without prompt
  • App and learning development expansion requested to further enhance questions being asked
  • An tailored programme for adults in later life is now live

Daily Usage & Engagement

The care home ordered a package of 10 Harho grow boxes, each equipped with everything needed for residents to grow their own greens. From planting seeds to harvesting, the process was integrated into daily activity sessions, providing residents with a sense of accomplishment and purpose. Even residents with dementia found joy in caring for their plants, contributing to their overall wellbeing.

Engagement and Impact: Harho's app played a pivotal role in enhancing the experience, offering interactive learning modules and daily prompts tailored to gardening and sustainability. Residents eagerly participated in app activities, triggering multiple harvests and fostering a deeper connection with their plants. Daily engagement on the app persisted for nearly two months, underscoring its value as a stimulating and educational tool.

Key stats around usage

  • Completed 60 day programme
  • Residents sampled greens in the home
  • 8 hours spent within the app
  • 300 points scored within the app

Feedback

Impressed by the positive outcomes, the care home enthusiastically recommended Harho's grow boxes to other care facilities. Several homes have since adopted the initiative, recognising its potential to improve residents' mental and emotional wellbeing. This ripple effect highlights the scalability and universal appeal of Harho's approach to gardening and education.

Conclusion: This case study showcases how Harho's grow boxes can transform the caregiving experience for elderly residents, offering not just a gardening activity but a holistic approach to wellbeing and engagement. Contact Harho today to learn how our products can enrich the lives of residents in your care home, promoting health, happiness, and a deeper connection to nature.

What has happened since this case study

  • App developments live in July 24
  • Tutorial added into app upon logging in
  • Education centre added with adult and expert learning
  • Sustainability & ESG questions added
  • App allows social sharing of your growing experience
  • Incentives offered for care homes promoting to residents families to grow and connect alongside residents
  • Charitable gifting for businesses to donate to care homes

Why schools should grow with Harho
12 months a year growing

This is more than growing greens, the growing experience can extend throughout the year, with a chance to reset failed grows

App Question

Creates great competition within the home with many residents wanting to answer the questions

247 App Support

Each care home will receive 12 months free access to our dedicated app which supports them from box to plate. Daily reminders for watering and lots to inspire the entire home into growing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn about the questions asked by Schools adopting Harho as a growing partner

  1. Why are Harho boxes beneficial for care homes?

    Harho boxes promote engagement and well-being among residents by providing hands-on activities that foster a sense of purpose and connection to nature, improving mental health.

  2. How do I order Harho boxes for our care home?

    You can easily place an order through our website or contact our sales team directly. We offer bulk purchasing options to cater to the needs of your care home.

  3. Can I purchase Harho boxes in bulk for multiple care home locations?

    Yes! We offer bulk discounts for care homes looking to purchase multiple boxes. Contact us for a tailored quote based on your specific needs.

  4. What comes in each box?

    All of the same items arrive in each box, no matter which grow box you choose;

    x3 grow boxes, 13x seed packets, x2 soil bags, mini mist spray, seed planter & an activation code (for app access)

  5. Can we track usage?

    For those Universities who want to understand more about their investment and to use towards ESG agendas, we have data reporting options (at an additional cost). This can tell you whose using the app and how much, a ground-breaking tool for growing.

  6. Where can Harho boxes be used within a care home?

    Harho boxes can be utilised in resident rooms, community spaces, or even garden areas, making them versatile for various environments within the care home.

  7. How does using Harho boxes enhance community engagement?

    Growing greens in a communal setting encourages social interaction among residents, staff, and visitors, fostering a sense of community and shared responsibility.

  8. Are there any special instructions for using Harho boxes in a care home?

    Each box comes with easy-to-follow instructions and access to our app, which provides reminders and support to ensure successful growing experiences.

  9. What are the long-term benefits of using Harho boxes in care homes?

    Harho boxes encourage regular physical activity, promote healthy eating habits, and enhance residents’ mental well-being, contributing to a holistic approach to care.

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