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The Trinh Pifer Intergenerational Garden

In October of 2021, the Intergenerational Garden was dedicated in honor of Trinh Pifer, former Executive Director, who spearheaded and brought to fruition the Intergenerational Garden at the Chelsea Senior Center. The Intergenerational Garden makes gardening experiences available for seniors, teaches children the joys of gardening, and provides space and activities for multiple generations to enjoy each other’s company.

Please join us to help our garden grow. We provide gloves, tools, stools, and expertise. Check the newsletter for times.

Do as much or as little as you wish. Can't make those times but want to participate? Email Connected@ChelseaSeniors.org and let’s chat!

Chelsea Senior Center Intergenerational Garden Gardeners
Chelsea Senior Center Intergenerational Garden Children gardeners
Chelsea Senior Center Intergenerational Garden Gardeners
Chelsea Senior Center Intergenerational Garden Gardener

VOLUNTEERS WELCOME

Interest in helping with activities or lending a hand in the garden?

Please join us to help our garden grow. We provide gloves, tools, stools, and expertise. Check the newsletter for times.

There is a lot that goes into a vibrant community garden, including:

  • Weeding, watering, and harvesting: Enjoy great exercise and good company in the fresh air. We'll provide plenty of guidance if you're new to gardening.

  • Experienced organic gardeners: Share your knowledge of how to make the garden more productive and beautiful!

You don't have to be a gardener to help! Other activities volunteers get involved with include:

  • Kid-helpers: Help with youth programming related to gardening, nature, healthy eating – and just having fun!

  • Fixers and builders: There’s always something to mend, maintain, or build, from deer fences and trellises to new raised beds.

You don't have to be a senior to help, either!

The Trinh Pifer Intergenerational Garden is a place for people of all ages to learn about gardening, support senior nutrition, and enjoy each other's company. While seniors are the backbone of garden volunteering, we also welcome youth groups and families with children. This is a great opportunity for youth group service projects or for highschoolers seeking experience for resumes and college applications.

Contact the Senior Center at 734.475.9242 or Connected@ChelseaSeniors.org to participate.

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Three women examining fabric swatches on a table in a community center or classroom at Chelsea Senior Center.
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An elderly man with glasses and a white beard working on a woodworking project at a table, carving a piece of wood with a chisel, surrounded by woodworking tools at Chelsea Senior Center.