THE EFFECT OF GARDENING ON PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL-BEING AND CARE AMONG NURSING HOME CARE STAFF

THE EFFECT OF GARDENING ACTIVITIES APPLIED TO CARE STAFF IN NURSING HOMES ON PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL-BEING AND CARE: A MIXED METHODS STUDY

This study will be conducted to evaluate the effects of horticultural activities applied to nursing home care staff on their psychological well-being and caregiving, and to examine in depth the care staff's views on horticultural activities.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Care staff working in active care services at a nursing home, Who have been working at a nursing home for at least one year (Maunder et al., 2022), Who are open to communication and collaboration, And who are willing to participate in the study will be included in the research.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Those on leave, on sick leave, or undergoing a job reassignment during the research process Care staff with any physical or mental disabilities that could prevent them from participating in gardening activities will not be included in the study.