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I have a severely handicapped daughter and I would love to help stimulate her senses by gardening. She is 11, in a wheelchair, has visual, motor, neurologic and speech delays. She has a feeding tube and has a hard time chewing food. I would like to have a raised bed that her chair could fit under so she can reach the plants. My son and I have started an herb and a vegetable garden. We also have assorted plants that flower and bloom in the day and nighttime. I have looked around on the internet for ideas and have been unable to find anything for her. After going through 14 surgeries with her and being a single Mom, my mind is exhausted. Is there anyone that can supply some fresh ideas for a tired Mom? I really want to see her grow and watch her smile. The doctors told me she would die at about 5 mos. old and she just keeps surprising them all. I am in it for the long haul and would love any help or suggestions anyone has to offer.

Thank you!!!
Sacred Moon

Welcome SacredMoon. I also have a handicapped son. And there are several others around. There is a forum with a little info here:
//www.agardenersforum.com/forum/ubbthreads.php/ubb/postlist/Board/11
And when you have done there join us in Banter Hall Coffee House (Whichever number is most current)for general chit chat and getting to know us.