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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