Mission
H.E.R.O. (Healing Empathy Redemption Oasis) is a nonprofit 501C(3) organization, dedicated to empowering individuals and communities across North America, the Caribbean, the African Diaspora, and the world. We focus on supporting the human spirit and the environment through innovative, grassroots, community-based initiatives.

Walking the Road to Resilience: Nature Can Help You Heal!

Making Nature Prescriptive

H.E.R.O. Nurturing Center continues to lead the movement to make nature prescriptive.
Senate Bill S.791 - The HERO Nature Prescription Act advanced through committee review and contributed to important legislative study and dialogue on integrating nature-based health interventions into care systems across Massachusetts.
While the bill has been placed into further study for this session, the work is far from over. While the committee, reviews the findings, this moment represents progress, growing awareness, strengthened partnerships, and deeper policy exploration that positions this initiative for continued advancement.
H.E.R.O. remains committed to ensuring that access to healing green space becomes a recognized and supported part of healthcare, especially in communities historically underserved by environmental and health investments.
What You Can Do Now
* Learn about the bill and its impact: https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S791
* Stay engaged as we prepare next steps and future filings
* Support the movement by sharing, partnering, and participating in upcoming initiatives
Together we are building a future where nature is recognized as essential care, not optional access.

Walking the Road to Resilience

Bridging the Nature Gap

Nature Healing Walks help people to reconnect with nature and develop tools to live healthier lifestyles and become more connected with their bodies and our environment. With access to the right resources, people can become empowered by their own abilities and gain the confidence needed to fulfill their potential.
Further Reading!
The Nature Gap- Center for American Progress https://share.google/FLrOY6nBCKV62WNGV
"Nature Deficit Disorder and the Need for Environmental Education" by Vanessa J. Dwyre  https://research.library.fordham.edu/environ_2015/11/
Join H.E.R.O'S Spring Kick Off on March 21, 2026 | 11:00 am-1:00 pm | Nature Healing Walk @ Rocky Woods Reservation in Medfield

THE H.E.R.O. WAY! Walking the Road to Resilience Programs

  • Nature Walks

    Nature Healing Walks help people to reconnect with nature and develop tools to live healthier lifestyles and become more connected with their bodies and the environment. We provide structured nature-based healing experiences to enhance participants’ physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Join our next H.E.R.O Nature Healing Walk. Join H.E.R.O'S Spring Kick Off on March 21, 2026 | 11:00 am-1:00 pm | Nature Healing Walk @ Rocky Woods Reservation in Medfield

  • Art2Heart Program Activities

    As part of HERO’s holistic approach, the Art2Heart program offers creative nature-inspired art and craft activities during HERO Nature Walk events.
    Participants use natural materials and art supplies to explore mindfulness, creativity, and self-expression. Join us at our next HERO event! Email us at h.e.r.o.inc22@gmail.com.
    JOIN H.E.R.O. Nurturing Center’s yearly Art2Heart event and silent walk for Black History month with the Mass Poor People’s Campaign | Saturday February 21st, 2026 | 11:00 am-2:00 pm @ the Somerville Community Baptist Church, 31 College Avenue in
    Somerville, MA 02144
    EVENT: SIGN UP HERE!

  • Hugs2Heal Challenge

    Build positive energy connections and improve interpersonal relationships with HERO’s 20 Second Hugs2Heal Challenge! Rules:
    Always ask for permission and be safe. Give a HUG, a Handshake, Eye-to-Eye engagement with a smile that feels just like a hug. You can even Fist Bump lol. Spread the love!

Watch the Webinar: H.E.R.O. Nurturing Center Presents the Healing Forest Initiative

Discover the power of nature as a prescription (Bill S.791) and the H.E.R.O Healing Forest Intiative! Join us for an inspiring webinar with H.E.R.O. Nurturing Center’s founder and visionary Judith Foster, board member Dr. Jim Recht, Psychiatrist and Substance Use Specialist, and H.E.R.O. Clerk, Artist, Musician, and Social Worker and justice advocate, Jenny Bonham-Carter. 
Watch Now!

CONTACT US:

Healing Empathy Redemption Oasis: h.e.r.o.inc22@gmail.com