Abstract:
The integration of mentally ill citizens through professional
reorientation constitutes an important issue for a society that encourages
human rights. The active involvement through work is important for the
mentally ill as part of their therapy, but also for the society that can benefit
from their actions. With respect to these issues, landscaping projects represent
a good opportunity that fits properly with the requirements of this group,
creating a positive environment through an active lifestyle, as well as for the
society, that needs well-trained employees in a domain that continues to
develop. In a sustainability- oriented society, the focus is on rehabilitating and
maintaining the existing green areas as well as developing new ones. The
article presents general considerations on the topic of training people with
mental illnesses, through landscaping projects, as well as a case-study of such a
program successfully implemented in Romania.
