Description
The Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory in Fort Wayne, IN, provides a peaceful, sensory-rich environment perfect for individuals with disabilities. With its beautiful indoor gardens, tranquil outdoor spaces, and accessible pathways, the Conservatory offers a calming setting for physical activity, relaxation, and sensory exploration. The facility is wheelchair accessible and features a variety of plants and flowers that engage the senses through colors, textures, and scents. Therapists and consultants can use the botanical gardens to promote emotional regulation, social interaction, and cognitive development in a natural, serene environment. Special events and seasonal exhibits further enrich the experience, making it an excellent resource for therapeutic outings.
Potential Goals
Balance, Communication Skills, Coordination, Decision Making, Endurance Level, Gross Motor Skills, Focus, Monetary Skills, Physical Activity, Sensory Stimulation, Social Skills, Emotional Regulation, Coping Skills
Indoor or Outdoor
Indoor
Cost
Medium Cost ($5-$25), Membership (Cost May Vary)
Food or No Food
Food (Avoidable)
Notes
N/A