Farms in Cavan and Monaghan are being urged to get involved in social farming.
Social farming is a relatively new concept - and gives people who are availing of a range of health service supports, the opportunity to participate in farming activities in their local areas.
Research suggests that social farming helps participants build self-esteem, confidence and improves their health and well-being. Paul Henry is the Development Officer for Social farming in Cavan and Monaghan and he explained a little bit more about the concept of social farming.
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