The White Oak Medicine Health Education Series
Intro to Permaculture
Co-Creating with Nature
With Aaron and Hollie Padgett of Harmony Hill Homestead
Hosted by Veronica Johnson of White Oak Medicine
At White Oak Medicine, we believe true health care means understanding your whole self—not just treating symptoms. Our Health Education Series is a free, ongoing community offering designed to explore topics that support nervous system regulation, emotional wellness, and root-cause healing.
These classes are practical, approachable, and rooted in our whole-person philosophy of care. Whether you’re curious about holistic practices, looking for new tools, or just wanting to reconnect with yourself—this space is for you.
Each class is led by Veronica, FNP, PMHNP, or a featured presenter selected for their expertise and alignment with our whole-person approach. These classes bring a range of voices and perspectives to whole-person healing—part education, part experience, and always grounded in the idea that your body knows how to heal with the right support.
Classes are free and open to the public.
You don’t have to be a DPC member to attend, and are encouraged to bring a friend.
What You’ll Learn:
In this class, we’ll explore how permaculture offers a way to work with nature—not against her—to create resilient, abundant, and beautiful living systems. You’ll walk away with:
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A clear understanding of what permaculture is (and what it’s not)
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Practical examples of permaculture principles you can apply right away
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An introduction to whole systems design for your home, garden, and beyond
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Inspiration for creating sustainable rhythms that support both people and planet
This class is approachable, inspiring, and perfect for anyone curious about growing food, living more intentionally, or reconnecting with the land—no matter your starting point.
Date: May 20, 2025
Time: 6:00-7:30 PM
Location: White Oak Medicine
155 W. Mills St. Ste. 103 Columbus, NC 28722
with Virtual Attendance Available
Limited In-Person Spots Available – Reserve Yours Now!
Featured Presenter: Aaron and Hollie Padgett of Harmony Hill Homestead
Gardeners · Homesteaders · Community Educators
We’re excited to welcome Aaron and Hollie Padgett, stewards of Harmony Hill Homestead in Columbus, as featured presenters in this session of the Health Education Series at White Oak Medicine.
These two plant people fell in love eight years ago over conversations about compost and rainwater catchment—and have been gardening together ever since. With a deep respect for nature’s rhythms and a shared passion for resilience, they’ve made it their mission to co-create with the land using permaculture principles that increase biodiversity, fertility, and sustainability.
At Harmony Hill Homestead, Aaron and Hollie live what they teach. From soil health to greywater systems, their work is rooted in the belief that healing the land goes hand in hand with healing ourselves and our communities. This class offers a glimpse into how everyday choices can lead to a more intentional, connected, and regenerative way of life.
Sharing their skills and knowledge with the community has always been part of their vision, and they are thrilled to be hosting a Permaculture class at White Oak Medicine!
Credentials & Experience:
• Stewards of Harmony Hill Homestead in Columbus, NC
• Over a decade of hands-on gardening and homesteading experience
• Practitioners of permaculture-based land design
• Advocates for local food systems and ecological resilience
• Passionate community educators on sustainable living
About Your Host: Veronica Johnson, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC
Educator · Clinician · Patient Empowerment Advocate
Veronica Johnson is a dually licensed Family and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping people break free from a system that prioritizes profit over true healing—and reclaim their health naturally through holistic, root-cause healing.
At White Oak Medicine, Veronica blends allopathic and holistic practices to offer care that prioritizes nutrition, nervous system regulation, and patient-led healing—without pharmaceutical dependence. She believes that true wellness comes from addressing the whole person, not just managing symptoms.
Her approach is built on empowerment, education, and deep, meaningful care—helping individuals transition away from a system that prioritizes prescriptions over prevention and into a model that supports lasting health and well-being.
Through Direct Primary Care (DPC) and holistic medicine, Veronica is leading a movement toward healthcare that honors autonomy, informed choice, and the body’s natural capacity to heal—so you can feel calm, clear, and connected in your daily life.
Connect with Veronica: [email protected]
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