Flower sales help mental health facility

From the Baltimore Sun: 

Studentsat the Regional Institute for Children and Adolescents (RICA)/Catonsville Education Center, are learning to grow in greenhouses, thanks to a connection with the nearby Catonsville community.

RICA-Baltimore is a residential treatment center and special education center for emotionally at-risk adolescents ages 12 to 18.

"We really utilize the Catonsville community — we rely on them for so many outings and socialization opportunities for our kids," said Tracey Heslop, chief operating officer of RICA, who lives in Catonsville. "We really do believe that it takes a village to create a home and we are only a temporary residence for our kids."

Four students have nurtured poinsettias since October, for sale during the holidays. This year is their 11th annual sale.

For more information on the program, and to read the full story, check out the Baltimore Sun's website.