About

TALMAR is dedicated to enhancing health for people of all ages and abilities through horticulture. TALMAR offers an innovative, therapeutic, vocational environment designed particularly for individuals with disabilities or chronic conditions that impact their health and well-being.

PRODUCE, FLOWERS & EGGS

We grow vegetables, cut flowers, herbs and raise chickens for eggs using sustainable farming practices. 

HORTICULTURAL THERAPY

We use plants and gardening to improve the social, physical, and psychological well-being of our participants.

BEGINNER FARMER’S TRAINING

We provide sustainable agriculture training for military veterans seeking mental health treatment.

VOCATIONAL TRAINING/WORK-SKILLS DEVELOPMENT

We offer specialized training and work-skill development programs for individuals with disabilities. These programs are designed to teach individuals how to utilize meaningful work experience in their everyday lives.

 

Leadership and Staff

Kate Joyce, Executive Director

Email address: katejoyce@talmar.org

Vanessa Lubiner, VA FARMS instructor

Email address: vanessalubiner@talmar.org

Jamie Sumague (OT), Director of Therapeutic Programs

Email address: JamieSumague@talmar.org