Carelle V.
9/2/2022
We were here for a clinical rotation and met awesome clients and staff! If you need volunteer hours this is a great place to do it in! Great and helpful staff and this whole place serves a great...
Growing Grounds Nursery & Farm
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3740 Orcutt Rd
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Growing Grounds Nursery & Farm is a nonprofit wholesale nursery in San Luis Obispo, CA that offers therapeutic horticulture, socialization opportunities, paid employment, and soft job skills training for adults with severe and persistent mental illness. Established over 35 years ago, their mission is to provide an empowering environment where employees can progress on their path towards recovery while growing a large selection of quality plants.
As one of three social enterprises operated by TMHA, Growing Grounds Nursery combines a traditional business model with the delivery of critically needed social services. Their employees earn minimum wage and work shifts ranging from 1.5 to 4 hours. To become a paid employee, individuals need to have an open case with San Luis Obispo County Mental Health and be referred to the farm for an interview.
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4.04 reviews
Nathan L.
9/24/2019
I was really disappointed with my visit. It was mentioned to come here for a wider selection of plants when compared to the downtown SLO space. I had visited the downtown SLO space and picked out...
Erica H.
6/2/2018
A great place to find your landscaping or gardening needs. True, it is closed to the public except for 2 days a month-- the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays. But, I do volunteer there from time to time and it...
Claudia E.
7/22/2019
Such a great find. A little bit of everything for everyone. The gardening section was a delight. Miniature gardens were too fun. Clothing, farm supplies for even the simplest of gardeners....
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