Eldergrow
Nicola Ockert is an experienced educator currently serving at Eldergrow since May 2022 and also working as a nanny for a private company since August 2021. With a bachelor's degree in science in Park Recreation and Tourism Studies, emphasizing recreational therapy from Old Dominion University (2012-2016), Nicola has held various roles, including intern and student teacher at Challenger School Foundation (September 2020 - July 2021), recreation director at University Place Rehabilitation Center (March 2018 - June 2020), and life enrichment director at Forest Ridge Health and Rehabilitation (July 2017 - March 2018).
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Eldergrow
Eldergrow™ offers evidence-based connections to nature with innovative therapeutic horticulture programs designed for senior living residents. Our Therapeutic Horticulture Program is led by Eldergrow Educators who facilitate therapeutic sessions for Memory & Skilled Care residents. The diverse curriculum includes gardening, garden art, and culinary harvest sessions. Educators document resident's wellness goals while also providing garden maintenance. The Culinary Herb Garden is a D-I-Y program that brings 'farm to fork' into senior living. Fresh herbs with recipes & activities are delivered each month as part of our unique 'Herb of the Month' program for IL/AL residents. Eldergrow grew out of founder Orla Concannon's experience working in senior living and her relationship with her grandmother who lived her later years in a nursing home. Orla saw the need to connect residents to the healing powers of nature and therefore found a way to bring nature indoors with interactive programs. The mobile, indoor gardens bring residents renewed purpose and unparalleled sensory stimulation. Eldergrow empowers more than residents in senior living communities. Our mobile, indoor garden are handcrafted by disabled veterans and other adults living with disabilities.