She likes the idea of gardening with a buddy. While sharing the duties of hoeing, planting and watering, friendships develop and are nurtured, just as the plants themselves are nurtured. And you can also enjoy the fruits of your labor by sharing home-grown vegetables with neighbors and acquaintances. I suggest reading up about general gardening techniques, if you're a beginner, and then doing a garden layout to best fit your needs. Visit local public gardens to get ideas, especially if accessible gardening techniques are used.
Gardening classes are often available through rehab centers and independent living centers.
AHTA is dedicated to the development of horticultural therapy efforts that serve and train people with disabilities. The Enabling Garden , by Gene Rothert. Your nearest bookstore or library should have Garden Design , Fine Gardening , National Gardening , Organic Gardening , or some of the many other publications on this subject.