A session exploring how care farms create meaningful work and foster inclusive employment opportunities was hosted at the 2025 Care Farming Network National Conference. The discussion featured inspiring presentations from three leaders in the care farming movement:
- Rebecca Sorensen of Blawesome (NC)
- Shelley Blades of Lynchburg Grows (VA)
- Isabel Londono, Beth Karcher, and Danielle Moore of Smiles Farm (NY)
Each speaker shared a unique perspective on their care farm model, offering valuable insights into the operations, successes, and challenges they’ve encountered in building inclusive and impactful farms. Their approaches create opportunities for individuals with disabilities by combining sustainable practices with personalized support, ensuring that everyone involved feels empowered and valued. Highlights include creative farming practices, community partnerships, and the impact of their work on growers’ lives.
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