Promoting Wellness through Nature, Animals & The Arts
Cobblestone Care Farm is a volunteer run collaborative dedicated to bringing Nature, Animals and The Arts together to build an inclusive community of wellness; guided by kindness, compassion, & Joy!
Promoting wellness through Nature, Animals & The Arts. Together, Farming Joy!
Welcome! We’re so happy you’re here!
NATURE
Being out in Nature is good for our bodies and good for our souls! Research shows that time spent in nature can lower blood pressure, ease anxiety, and improve overall wellness. Nature Deficit Disorder is a REAL thing in today’s plugged in world. So unplug for awhile and join us at theFarm for a healthy dose of Vitamin N!
ANIMALS
Animals have a magical way about them. They live in the moment, take time for rest & take time for play. They don’t judge or hold grudges, and they love unconditionally; valuable lessons we can all take to heart. Being around them can bring a sense of calm, make us laugh & make us smile. With gratitude for all they give to us, our commitment to them is a home where they will only know care, love and kindness for the rest of their days.
THE ARTS
There’s a reason why modalities such as Art, Music & Movement Therapy exist! Being involved in creative pursuits is a wonderful, and proven, way of enhancing wellness & JOY. Combining the power of creativity with the inherent gifts of Nature & Animals, and you have the recipe for Farming JOY!
CCF is committed to building inclusive community, practicing sustainability, and supporting local small business. We welcome artists, farmers, educators, wellness practitioners, therapists and organizations to become part of the Farming JOY family! We’d love to support your passion, business & initiatives! As we become established & grow, we hope to offer space to hold classes, workshops and programs. We also invite you to be a vendor or volunteer at our Open Farm & Market Days, and/or to be listed in our online Directory of Small, Local & Sustainable. If you’re interested in learning more, we’d love to hear from you!
Guided by our committment to Inclusive Community, we invite those who identify as neurodiverse/IDD to join us! Are you an artist?…a Farmer…a Maker? Would you like to share your passions and knowledge with others? Are you an entrepreneur looking for supportive community and avenues to build your small business? Are you a part of a CBDS program, as a participant or staff/manager, looking for ways to expand your and your agency’s vocational & community based opportunities? If so, we’d love to hear from you! Also, check out The Cobblestone Country Club and Open Farm & Market Days. And if you’re self employed, or would like to learn more about self employment, our SEEDS (Self Employment- Education, Design & Support) Program might be right for you!
We’re blessed to live in a “Right To Farm” Community
How great it is that our Community recognizes the MAGIC Farming, Nature & Animals bring to our lives!
Thank you, Marshfield!
“The Right to Farm By-law reinforces for all citizens of Marshfield that we cherish the right to farm here, continuing the traditions established by Daniel Webster and our founding families ”
“When tillage begins other arts follow. The farmers, therefore, are the founders of human civilization”
There really is something special about Cobblestone Farm. It’s tucked away where you wouldn’t expect to find such a tranquil place, off a main road in Marshfield, MA. I met Donna back in 2009 and had been helping with the horses and other various barn critters since I was a teenager. I even boarded my own two horses, Steele and Navajo, at the farm before moving to NH. Working with Donna and the horses has had the most profound positive impact on my life. Whether I’m sitting with the chickens outside on a sunny afternoon as they search for bugs in the grass or watching the horses as they run and play together - it is easy to slip away from the stresses of daily life. Surrounded by trees, beautiful blooms of wildflowers, and green grass all over, it’s no wonder wildlife of all sorts also pass through from time to time. This place gave me lots of excellent subjects to practice and develop my photography skills! Being in the company of animals and nature brings a peace that is attained nowhere else. Afternoons spent at Cobblestone Farm are among the most favorite memories of mine. I often find myself daydreaming about this place. Working on a project, participating in a special activity, or just spending time bonding with the animals here is time well spent!
— Jessica F
FAQ
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CCF does not have standard ‘Open to the Public’ hours and is not equipped for unscheduled, drop-in visits. Since we operate from a private residence, all visits to the Farm are either by appointment or during an advertised class, program, workshop or event.
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We are a volunteer managed organization. Our services are funded through fee-for-service programing, public and corporate donations, corporate sponsorship, grants and animal sponsorship.
Please consider donating, time, talent and/or dollars, either as an individual or on behalf of a business / organization to help us grow our mission of wellness, inclusion, kindness & creativity. Together, Farming JOY!
Think about volunteering to help with animal care, sensory trail construction & management, building & property maintenance, and special event and program support. Please visit our Join Us page for more information. And Thank you!
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Please do not feed the animals without permission. Some of our animals are on special diets for health purposes. Also, for the safety of all, please do not enter the animals’ barnyard without permission. Thank you!
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At this time, we are not fully wheelchair accessible. An All Terrain Chair may be needed to access some areas of the Farm. Our hopes for the future include the construction of an accessible sensory garden with raised beds and suitable pathways throughout the farm for those with mobility challenges.
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Thanks for your interest in teaching a class or hosting a program here at the farm! We are a Volunteer Run organization with no paid employees. As a start-up, we do not have the funds to hire instructors. Instead, we collaborate with and support local small business owners, artisans and educators to host programs related to art, wellness, farming, education and nature. The visiting instructor designs the program and sets the fees, etc. We will advertise via our website and social media. We ask for a donation of 30% of enrollment to support the farm, its animals and programs, although this is negotiable. We also welcome volunteer instructors who wish to share their knowledge and talents with our local community. :) Visit our Contact Page to get in touch and share your ideas!
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We would love to partner with a local therapist(s) who believe, as we do, in the powerful positive effect nature and animals can bring to the therapeutic process. Whether you’re a Counselor, OT or PT, a farm based, animal assisted approach can be an innovative supplement to your existing practice. Please reach out via our Contact page so that we can explore things further!
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At CCF, we promote and value Diversity and Inclusion. We believe that all people, regardless of age, gender, identity, race, sexual orientation, ability, ethnicity or perspective are uniquely special and have gifts to offer our world.
CCF welcomes ALL people, both as participants and as teachers/leaders. To support those with developmental differences, we hope to partner with local Human Service agencies and Special Education Programs to support their vocational and community based objectives. We also welcome neurodiverse artists, farmers and educators to join us at the farm by leading a class or program and/or becoming a vendor during our Open Farm and Market Days.
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Both for safety reasons and to reinforce our commitment to health & wellness, No Smoking is allowed at the farm. Thank you for your cooperation.