Information for Participants

Solstice Nurseries exists to provide work experience and training in horticultural nursery and garden maintenance work for people who have experienced mental health problems and who have a desire to return to or gain open paid employment.

The people who may benefit from placement are those who

• have or have had a mental health diagnosis
• are compliant with any ongoing treatment/medication
• have access to other supports in the community
• are physically and mentally fit for work experience
• have a realistic prospect of achieving open employment or moving on to undertake further training, work experience or education
• are fully aware of the responsibilities and implications of open employment, for example the effects on any benefits received.