For elders living in long term residential care the benefits of garden related activities are abounding. They include enhancing mental wellbeing, improving dexterity, lightening moods and alleviating symptoms of depression. Many care facilities are now providing especially designed ‘memory gardens’ and ‘wander gardens’ for residents with Alzheimer’s Disease and other cognitive illnesses. Starting a Garden Club at your facility is not a difficult task. This article includes: Ideas for Garden Club sessions Good Weather Garden Activities Bad Weather Garden Activities Tips for successful planting