Meals on Wheels Adopt-A-Garden
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Eau Claire County invites you to adopt a garden this summer at our Meals on Wheels Kitchen!
March 2025 Aging & Disability Resource Center
(ADRC) 721 Oxford Avenue Suite 1130 Eau Claire WI 54703 Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm 715-839-4735 1-888-338-4636 tty: use Relay (711)
Website and Email www.eauclaireadrc.org adrc@eauclairecounty.gov
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To advocate for individuals age 60+ and adults living with disabilities, and assist them in securing needed services or benefits, live with dignity and security, and achieve maximum independence and quality of life.
Whether you're a master gardener or just starting to nurture your green thumb, we have four garden spaces that need your love and care. Garden Details: • Sizes: 8’x36’, 8’x26’, 8’x20’, and 8’x16’, 8’x12 and 8’x8’ • Available on a first-come, first-served basis Gardens can be adopted by individuals, groups, or businesses. We encourage you to team up and split the work throughout the summer. You're free to plant flowers, herbs, or vegetables. While we encourage you to enjoy the fruits of your labor, the Meals on Wheels Kitchen is always grateful for any surplus donations. Gardener’s Responsibilities: • Prepare the garden for the season • Regular weeding and upkeep (May – October) • Add plants and seeds • Clean out the garden bed at the end of the season Eau Claire County Provides: • Water and garden beds with dirt in them • Limited tools available upon request • A custom sign with the adopter’s name Join our Adopt-A-Garden program and make a difference in our community! To learn more about or to reserve your spot contact Betsy Henck at betsy.henck@eauclairecounty.gov or 715-839-6259.