Our Services
Former Foster Youth Supportive Services
Research indicates that approximately 20% of former foster youth become homeless immediately upon aging out of the system. Within four years, only half secure employment, often at minimum wage, and fewer than 10% graduate with a college degree.
A significant portion experiences food insecurity, with over half relying on food assistance programs at some point. Access to community support and essential life skills training is crucial for their transition to independence and overall well-being.
In consideration of these unique challenges, we employ a range of innovative solutions that are both adaptable and effectively utilize available resources to achieve your objectives. Our approach includes hands-on mentorship, access to gardening tools and supplies, employment training and tailored guidance to suit individual needs.
We also partner with local organizations to offer additional resources, such as nutritional guidance and mental health support, ensuring a holistic approach to personal growth and well-being.
By building a nurturing environment, we empower former foster youth to cultivate not only their gardens but also their confidence and independence. Through this supportive network, participants can thrive and build a sustainable future, one step at a time.
Residential Consultation Sessions
Collaborative Garden Solutions began its offerings by providing garden setup and maintenance services to the general public. This initiative promotes sustainable gardening practices and makes edible gardens accessible to more people.
Key Features:
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Customized Garden Designs: Tailored garden setups to fit various spaces and preferences, ensuring that every participant can enjoy a personalized gardening experience which supports a more fulfilled gardening lifestyle.
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Educational Support: Providing guidance and workshops on sustainable gardening techniques to empower individuals in maintaining their gardens.
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Maintenance Services: Regular maintenance packages help our busiest clients keep gardens thriving, including planting, weeding, and seasonal care.
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Harvesting and Food Processing: We provide these services with the belief that an initial consultation sets clients on a journey towards a gardening lifestyle. This includes meal preparation and additional support to keep them engaged and motivated.
Non-Profit Consultation Services
At Collaborative Garden Solutions, we offer organizational consultation sessions tailored to unlock your potential and enhance the services you offer to your clients.
Through our initial evaluation and multipoint assessments we aim to assist you with practical program development, strategies and gardening knowledge to achieve your goals. We also offer our hands on approach to not only implement permaculture design principles but to also help build out the physical elements of your gardening projects.
With a background working with various non-profit organizations, we keep in mind that we are here to serve multiple clients, both you and your clientele. We know what it means to have a long list of needs to met and regulations that must be adhered to for compliance.