At Growing Roots, members are not simply learning to farm. Rather, they are using nature and farm work as a medium for therapeutic change and growth. They are learning a wide variety of skills that extend far beyond the farm setting. They are interacting with others, gaining social skills, and forming relationships while being involved in meaningful activities about which they care and in which they are invested. They are learning about themselves and about what it is that gives their lives meaning and fulfillment. Also important because of its therapeutic impact, they are having fun! There are 4 main programs that a participant may engage in growth and development at Growing Roots.