Evidence indicates that outdoor activity may lead to better sleep, faster healing times, increased socialization, and improved quality of life.
About Us
The mission of Greenhouse Wellness and Physical Therapy is to improve access to nature and “green space” for those who may not be able to safely participate in outdoor activity due to fear, pain, poor balance, and other limitations.
We believe in a well-rounded, holistic approach to caring for others, and that being outdoors can truly enrich one’s well-being. We will accomplish our goals by providing education, wellness services, and one-on-one physical therapy intervention in combination with the healing power of nature to promote optimal wellness and movement.
We are conveniently located in the heart of Fair Hill, Maryland with quick access to Oxford and Landenberg, Pennsylvania, Lincoln University, Elkton and North East, Maryland, and Newark, Delaware.
Greenhouse Wellness and Physical Therapy is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Our address is 647-B Blake Road, Elkton, MD 21921
Kristin Jacono / PT, DPT – Provider
Our Specializations
Wellness Services
- Support Groups for those with chronic illness
- Affordable Yoga Classes
- More to come!
- Medicare credentialed
Our Space
Our outdoor environment provides an optimal challenge with added health benefits including exposure to natural light to improve mood and decrease stress.
Physical Therapy
- One on one outdoor evaluation and therapy sessions with DPT, Kristin Jacono.
- Individualized treatment plan to help you return to your goals.
Book an Appointment
How It Works
2.
Evaluation
Review medical history, test muscles, assess balance, observe movement patterns, and discuss goals.
3.
Design a program
We’ll design a client-specific excercise program that helps you achieve your goals.
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Transition
Return to your desiered activity so you can remain active, healthy, and happy.
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Caregiver Support Group Presented by Bodhi Counseling in Partnership with Greenhouse Wellness and Physical Therapy
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Board of Directors
Bill Kilby
Director
Bill has been with the Cecil Land Trust since its inception. He is a dairy farmer in the Colora area. His family farms are under easement with CLT, MET and MALPF. He has been active in politics and conservation projects. He enjoys reading and minor mountain climbing. “CLT started with the creation of Maryland’s Rural Legacy Program. The Fair Hill Rural Legacy Area seemed to be a real opportunity to fund land preservation in Cecil County so I signed up to help.”
Deanna Smith
Secretary
Deanna Smith is a physical therapist with over 20 years of experience providing services in a variety of settings including hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, outpatient centers and public schools. She has been published in Physical Therapy Journal, co-authored a competency document with the American Physical Therapy Association Academy of Acute Care, and presented at local educational conferences. Ms. Smith is currently the Director of the PTA Program for Cecil College. She has two children in college, and lives in Rising Sun with her husband and black Labrador Retriever, Murphy. They spend weekends camping, fishing, hiking and all things outdoors. She plans to retire at the beach.
Grace Terry Hiter
Vice President
Trustee and Manager of the Patricia du Pont Foundation. Retired Dept. of Army Computer Specialist. Land Preservation advocate. Lifelong horse enthusiast. Enjoys nature and the outdoors.
Scott Sandford
Treasurer
Scott Sandford serves as the Financial Officer for Greenhouse Wellness and Physical Therapy. His responsibilities include advisory in financial decisions for the organization and assistance in projections of future activity. He also plays an advisory role in other decisions related to the planning and running of the organization as a financially sustainable endeavour.
Outside of GWPT, Scott is an Associate Principal with ZS Associates, a global management consulting firm focused on life sciences. Within that organization, he focuses on improving the efficiency and effectiveness of research and development teams in the new medicines space. He was formerly an accountant with Deloitte, and maintains an inactive CPA license. Scott holds a BS in Accountancy from the College of New Jersey and an MBA from Duke University.
Outside of work, Scott spends his time with his wife, two young daughters and dog on a farm they moved to during the pandemic. He is (with debatably modest success) learning how to appropriately use a tractor.