IBOLYA Care Farm: a place of regeneration and therapeutic care
The IBOLYA Care Farm in Romania is the therapeutic component of the Gyerünk Project. It is a space designed to foster physical and emotional regeneration through vegetable gardens, workshops and rehabilitation activities in harmony with nature.
Goals of the IBOLYA Care Farm
Our approach is grounded in a holistic and inclusive vision, with clear goals for the well-being of every person involved in the project.
Physical and emotional regeneration
We foster recovery and well-being through therapeutic activities based on direct contact with nature and on small-scale sustainable farming techniques, designed specifically for older people and people with disabilities.
A therapeutic and rehabilitative environment
We create an integrated space where care, farm work and rehabilitation activities help improve the autonomy and quality of life of participants.
Connections between projects
We integrate the therapeutic pathway with the social and health support of the IBOLYA Residence and with the training programmes offered by R.Ă.D.Ă.C.I.N.I. and IBOLYA: Learn and Create Your Future.
Making the most of the local area
We use the natural resources and farming traditions of Sălaj County to develop innovative solutions that foster personal regeneration and community well-being.
Therapeutic and rehabilitation activities
Therapeutic gardens
Growing medicinal and aromatic plants to stimulate fine motor skills and emotional balance.
Natural workshop
Making herbal teas, oils and natural cosmetics to build skills and autonomy.
Nature therapy
Mindfulness, walks and rehabilitation in nature to reduce stress and improve cognitive function.
Rehabilitation and integration pathways
Therapeutic placements
Partnerships with local bodies to put acquired skills into practice and support job placement.
Collaborative workshops
Group activities to develop soft skills, strengthen the sense of belonging and promote mental and physical well-being.
Methodology and approach of the IBOLYA Care Farm
Our approach rests on three fundamental pillars: care pathways based on direct experience, listening and integration.
Learning by doing
Hands-on activities in the field turn everyday experience into therapeutic opportunities. Every moment becomes a chance to grow.
A personalised approach
Pathways are adapted to the needs of each participant, with constant support and ongoing dialogue to maximise the benefits.
Local integration
We build synergies with institutions and farms in Sălaj County for a sustainable model rooted in the community.
Further reading and resources
A selection of sources and materials for exploring topics related to social farming, rehabilitation and integrated models of care.
Social farming and nature therapy
CABI Digital Library
A digital library of research on the therapeutic impact of farming activities and the role of nature in rehabilitation.
EU CAP Network
A section devoted to social farming and inclusive practices in rural areas across Europe.
Inclusion policies and projects
Romanian Ministry of Agriculture
The website of the Romanian Ministry of Agriculture, with guidelines and updates on social farming and inclusion projects.
Asociația ASSOC
An organisation involved in projects supporting vulnerable people and integrated models of care.
IBOLYA Care Farm: impact and future vision
The IBOLYA Care Farm project does more than provide therapeutic care: it is a replicable model of inclusion, sustainability and regeneration. Every activity is designed to have a real impact on people’s lives, making the most of individual skills and promoting collective well-being.
Our vision is of a farm that becomes a reference centre for integrated care, able to engage with the local area, institutions and families. The IBOLYA Care Farm aims to be a bridge between vulnerability and autonomy, between nature and social innovation.
In the coming years, we aim to strengthen local partnerships, expand rehabilitation activities and train new specialist staff. Every step will be guided by the conviction that care, when rooted in the land and in the community, can truly transform the future.
Take part in the IBOLYA Care Farm
Your contribution can turn vulnerability into a resource. Join us in supporting an innovative model of care, inclusion and well-being in Sălaj County.
Contact us
Write to us to learn about our activities and get involved in the project.
Support the project
Help the Care Farm grow with regular donations.
Become a volunteer
Offer your time and skills to make a difference.