County Employees Create Meditation Garden for Wellness
TL;DR: Chesterfield County employees completed a meditation garden at the Eanes-Pittman Public Safety Training Center using volunteer labor, creating a dedicated wellness space for county workers.
Quick facts
- Who: Chesterfield County employees from 16 departments
- What: Created and completed a meditation garden with walking labyrinth and stone pathways
- When: Completed September 11, 2026
- Where: Adjacent to Eanes-Pittman Public Safety Training Center, 6610 Public Safety Way
The story
Chesterfield County employees have completed a meditation garden adjacent to the Eanes-Pittman Public Safety Training Center on Public Safety Way, completing the project on September 11, 2026. Staff members from 16 different county departments volunteered their time and labor to build the space, which features planted greenery, a walking labyrinth, and stone pathways designed for quiet reflection.
The project was initiated following a request from a Chesterfield police officer seeking support for managing symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. The garden provides county employees with a dedicated outdoor space where they can "step away from the pace of a workday, spend a few quiet moments outdoors, and return feeling refreshed," according to county officials. The entire project was completed using volunteer labor and internal materials, demonstrating interdepartmental collaboration and the county's commitment to employee wellness and mental health support.
Key players
- Chesterfield County: County government entity supporting employee wellness initiatives
- Eanes-Pittman Public Safety Training Center: Host facility for the meditation garden
Why it matters: The garden reflects Chesterfield County's commitment to supporting the mental health and wellness of its employees, particularly first responders who face job-related stress and trauma. The project demonstrates how county government can address employee wellbeing through collaborative, resource-efficient initiatives.
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Development timeline
- 2026-09-11Meditation garden project completed: Chesterfield County employees from 16 departments completed the meditation garden adjacent to Eanes-Pittman Public Safety Training Center [source]
Related links
- Chesterfield County CivicAlerts - Meditation Garden Alert
- Eanes-Pittman Public Safety Training Center
- Police Training - Chesterfield County
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Sources
- Chesterfield County CivicAlerts - Meditation Garden Alert
- Eanes-Pittman Public Safety Training Center - Chesterfield County