A Legacy of Care and Community

For more than 25 years, Homefields Care Farm has cultivated more than just organic produce in Millersville. What began in the early ‘90s as a collaborative effort by five families and concerned professionals seeking safe, long-term homes for adults with disabilities has grown into an award-winning nonprofit where adults with disabilities live in an agriculture setting, high school students with disabilities and other support needs receive vocational training, community members volunteer, college students and businesses complete service learning projects and adults with disabilities find employment.

Spanning 19 acres, Homefields operates Lancaster County’s longest-continually running, organic, community-supported agriculture (CSA) program. Thanks to the dedication of people of all abilities, the farm has delivered organically grown fruits and vegetables to hundreds of community members over the years. Last year alone, 145 households received more than 20,000 pounds of produce, while 1,584 pounds were donated to local food banks. 

More Than Just Food

Homefields is about much more than produce. Its mission—to nurture meaningful experiences that connect people of all abilities to each other and to the land—guides every aspect of the farm’s work. From vocational training to volunteer opportunities to habitat conservation and community events, Homefields helps participants grow skills, confidence and meaningful relationships.

Rolling Roots Mobile Market 

This summer, Homefields expanded its reach through the Rolling Roots Mobile Market, a collaboration with Community Action Partnership of Lancaster County (CAP). The mobile market brings farm-fresh produce directly to individuals across Lancaster County—specifically to Union Community Care centers in downtown Lancaster and New Holland—making healthy, locally grown food more accessible, convenient and affordable.

The market sources its produce from Homefields, ensuring customers receive high-quality, locally grown food imbued with the same care and purpose as every harvest. CAP operates Rolling Roots, while the familiar Union Community Care locations provide a welcoming, comfortable setting. Operating on alternating Thursdays through October 23, the market visits downtown Lancaster on the first and third Thursdays and New Holland on the second and fourth Thursdays, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The partnership is looking to expand Rolling Roots in 2026 to include additional Lancaster County locations.

Safety, Accessibility and Inclusion

Rolling Roots emphasizes both food safety and inclusivity. Staff follows ServSafe certification standards, maintain sanitizing stations on site and ensure the setup accommodates walkers and wheelchair users. While SNAP, WIC EBT cards and farmers market nutrition checks are not yet accepted, CAP is exploring ways to make those payment methods available in the future. 

Bridging the Gap

While Homefields has long served its CSA members and local partners, Rolling Roots represents a significant step in broadening its impact. By bringing produce to trusted local centers, the mobile market addresses barriers such as transportation, cost or convenience; promotes food equity; and reinforces Homefields’ commitment to serving the broader Lancaster community.

Continuing the Mission

Homefields Care Farm continues its mission of providing inclusive care, meaningful employment and organically grown produce while preserving farmland and fostering community connections. With the launch of the Rolling Roots Mobile Market in partnership with CAP, Homefields is bringing fresh, locally grown produce directly to neighborhoods, combining accessibility, safety and community ties. These efforts reflect the farm’s ongoing dedication to nourishing both people and the land.