Gardening program helping friendships bloom between generations
In Hobart, a gardening program that matches older people with volunteers to help with garden maintenance and provide social support often leads to social connection and friendship.
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In Hobart, a gardening program that matches older people with volunteers to help with garden maintenance and provide social support often leads to social connection and friendship.
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