Fiddlehead Care Farm

01/25/2026

THANK YOU to everyone who donated to our animals this winter! Thanks to your generosity, we raised $550 for much-needed supplies. With these funds, the chickens received a new heater and plug-in waterer for their coop, and Luna is loving her new heated water bowl. We also replaced all the heat lamp bulbs, and any remaining funds went directly toward animal feed.
We’re so grateful for your support in keeping our animals safe and warm this season. ❤️

If you didn’t get a chance to donate yet, our Go-Fund Me Fundraiser will remain open until the end of the month. Please consider giving $5, $10 or $20 to help us reach our fundraising goal of $750.
https://gofund.me/ce9659c7a

12/08/2025

Thank you to those who have donated to our Fiddlehead Care Farm animal friends already. We are excited to share the impact you have made, so stay tuned! As a non-profit organization, we hope to keep our service fees low. Helping with other program costs, such as our animal care, ensures that we can do that.

This week on our GoFundMe project, we are featuring our loveable cats and dogs.

We’ve been told many times that our feline duo, Snowflake and Taylor, just might be “the friendliest barn cats ever” and honestly, we believe it. These two never miss a chance to greet a visitor and offer gentle affection that instantly softens a stressful week.
And then there are our snow-loving girls, Daisy-Mae and Jasmine. With wagging tails and playful energy, they make even the chilliest days feel warm. They seem to sense when someone is nervous, and with a given paw, they turn what could be a stressful clinical visit into something comforting and fun.

It’s amazing what a few furry friends can do for the heart.

Please follow our link, share with friends, and consider donating to the FCF animals. THANK YOU
https://gofund.me/ce9659c7a

11/23/2025

This week on our GoFundMe project, we are featuring our three goats: Lily, Charlie, and BamBam!

These three little siblings are gentle when fed,
Entertaining us all with the horns on their head.
Their bonking brings giggles, their play full of noise,
And a hose on the fence is their favorite of toys.

Please follow our link, share with friends, and consider donating to the goats. THANK YOU
https://gofund.me/ce9659c7a

11/17/2025

This week on our GoFundMe project, we are featuring Luna!

Luna is our beloved therapy pig—a clever and charming Vietnamese Potbelly who brings comfort, curiosity, and joy to the clients and families she meets. As a valued member of our therapy team, Luna has a special way of helping people feel at ease while also sparking connection and learning. She’s smart, funny, and even a talented gardener (ask us how she grew her own pumpkin!). And of course, Luna maintains confidentiality and is a trusted friend to the many clients who love caring for her.

Please follow our link, watch our video, and consider donating to Luna. THANK YOU
https://gofund.me/ce9659c7a

11/14/2025

Thank you Farm Educator's Roadmap for featuring me and Fiddlehead Care Farm on your podcast. That was fun!
Have a listen and please share. Let's bring more awareness to Care Farming in Canada!

What happens when a therapist trades her office for a farm?

At Fiddlehead Care Farm in Ontario, children and teens work through anxiety, autism, and depression — not in a clinic, but alongside therapy pigs, chickens, and garden beds. 🐷

Founder Stephanie Deaken shares how growing up with a sister with Down syndrome, a background in social work, and a love of nature led her to create this incredible place where healing happens with muddy hands and open hearts. 💛

In this episode, you’ll hear stories that’ll make you smile (including one about a 20-pound beet), insights on care farming, and inspiration for anyone dreaming of using their land to make a difference.

🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts — Farm Educator’s Roadmap.

👉 https://www.farmeducatorsroadmap.com/podcasts/farm-educator-s-roadmap



Fiddlehead Care Farm

11/13/2025

We are excited to announce FCF’s 1st online fundraiser! We have created this fundraiser to help with animal costs. Raising money for such important operational costs, will continue to help keep our program registration costs low. Stayed tuned each week as we feature one of our special animals. Please consider donating to your favourite animal. We would also love to hear your stories on how this animal has impacted you and your family. Thank you for all your support!

Fiddlehead Care Farm (FCF) is raising money to support the ca… Stephanie Deaken needs your support for Help the Fiddlehead Care Farm animals get the care they need

11/07/2025

It was another great Halloween season at FCF! Thank you to our wonderful staff Martine for putting together this video and helping with the week's festivities! We met some great students and staff. Don't forget to book your class trip next year! PS. Luna will still take your pumpkins, you can drop them off at the end of the driveway!! Oink Oink (Thank you).

10/10/2025

At FCF, we raise awareness about family mental health. Treat yourself this weekend—get outside and bask in the calmness that nature can bring to you and your family.

10/07/2025

A little rain won't hold this group back. All set up for our Thanksgiving theme for our Little Care Farmers @ FCF

09/30/2025

09/04/2025

Fall on the Farm! https://www.fiddleheadcarefarm.com/little-care-farmers-registration-1-1-1-1

07/08/2025

Come join us on the farm for some nature exploration! There are still some spots available for our Friday program. Register today at https://www.fiddleheadcarefarm.com/little-care-farmers-registration-1-1-1