Mélange Accessibility for All Magazine April 2021 | Page 76

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by collecting and storing seeds for local farmers and gardeners. Having embraced accessibility for all, any visitor can enjoy this space while sipping on a glass of Agave Gardens’ signature Lemon Grass Iced Tea.
Charmaine ' s home
Charmaine ' s home
porches, courtyards and terraces are being made pleasing to the eyes and also accessible
whenever possible. One of the places on the island where accessible outdoor relaxing space and nature combine, and one which people with disabilities can enjoy, is Agave Gardens. Charmaine’ s friend, Barbara Japal, is the owner of this horticultural destination on Antigua & Barbuda – a colourful center for therapeutic experiences in an oasis of calm. On Charmaine’ s advice, Agave Gardens now accommodates wheelchair users and has comfortable walking paths for those with other mobility issues. This center serves as a location, and relaxation through gardening. Workshops are conducted on floral arranging, back yard gardening and seed collecting. They have a‘ Seed Bank’, which aids food security
Agave Gardens
Agave Gardens
Agave Gardens