May 10, 2024 @ 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Neuro Recovery Symposium Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States Sheltering Arms Institute is hosting a Neuro Recovery Symposium: Reinventing Rehab, as part of our continued education program. Topics include: - Importance of intensity in neurologic recovery - Improving patient engagement - Bracing for neuro recovery $50 – $100
September 20, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Event Series Chronic Disease Self-Management 6-Week Class Series Chronic Disease Self-Management 6-Week Class Series Bon Air Center 206 Twinridge Lane, Richmond, VA, United States This six-week class series is designed for adults with chronic disease, their friends, family members, and caregivers to learn how to set weekly goals and create an action plan to make changes toward a healthy lifestyle. Free
March 21 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am Event Series Diabetes Self-Management (Class Series) Diabetes Self-Management (Class Series) A short nutrition and wellness class for adults Do you live with diabetes, or know someone who does? Sheltering Arms Institute in partnership with The SPAN Center offers a free six-week workshop in a self-directed format. Adults with diabetes, friends, family members, and caregivers are welcome to participate in this workshop.
April 9 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Assistive Technology Dine & Demo Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States When: Wednesday, April 9 from 5-8 p.m. Where: In person at Sheltering Arms Institute’s Main Campus (2000 Wilkes Ridge Dr. Henrico, VA 23233) Learning Objectives: Learn about devices designed to enhance accessibility and independence, and how they can integrate into daily life. Explore the MyLife Assistive Technology Lab and discover the assistive technology available […]
April 26 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Walk, Run, Roll! Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States Join us for the third annual walk, run, or roll event as we recognize Limb Loss Awareness Month and raise money for the Sheltering Arms Foundation! Free
May 2 @ 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Neuro Recovery Symposium: Reinventing Rehab Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States Sheltering Arms Institute is hosting a Neuro Recovery Symposium: Reinventing Rehab, as part of our continued education program. Topics include: - Importance of intensity in neurologic recovery - Improving patient engagement - Bracing for neuro recovery $50 – $100
May 7 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm MyLife Assistive Technology Educational Series: Troubleshooting This education series explores how assistive technology empowers individuals to control their surroundings, enhancing independence and quality of life. This series will cover devices, troubleshooting, introduction to user training and funding options to ensure effective use of the highlighted device. This session will provide practical strategies for troubleshooting assistive technology across both low-tech and high-tech solutions. The session will cover best practices for identifying issues, implementing quick fixes, resources to use and knowing when to seek further technical support.
May 13 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Event Series Concussion Support Group Concussion Support Group Education and support make a huge difference in concussion recovery. Please join us for a brief informational session provided virtually by Sheltering Arms Institute healthcare providers followed by an open forum for questions. This support group is intended to provide an outlet for discussion of shared experiences to help with coping strategies and general education […]
May 13 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Event Series Parkinson’s Disease Support Group Parkinson’s Disease Support Group This support group is open to people diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, Parkinsonism, PSP, or other movement-disorder diagnoses as well as those individuals’ family and caregivers.
May 15 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Event Series Caregiver Safe Space Support Meeting Caregiver Safe Space Support Meeting Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States We know that caregivers are an integral part of our patients’ recovery, that’s why we’ve established Safe Space support meetings to offer advice, compassion, and resources. Our goal is to provide caregivers the opportunity to express their feelings, learn helpful information, and realize they are not alone and help connect with others who have gone through a similar experience.
June 4 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Event Series Support Group for Limb Loss and Limb Difference Support Group for Limb Loss and Limb Difference Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States Monthly Support Group First Wednesday of Each Month 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Sheltering Arms Institute connects patients with a support group for a safe and supportive environment for individuals living with limb loss or limb difference. Support groups provide members the opportunity to express their feelings, learn helpful information, improve social skills, and realize […]
June 4 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm MyLife Assistive Technology Educational Series: Obi Self-Feeder This education series explores how assistive technology empowers individuals to control their surroundings, enhancing independence and quality of life. This series will cover devices, troubleshooting, introduction to user training and funding options to ensure effective use of the highlighted device. This session will introduce participants to the innovative assistive technology device, the Obi, designed to promote independence in mealtime activities. Participants will learn about the device’s features, benefits and funding options. The session will include a hands-on opportunity to trial the Obi, allowing participants to experience its functionality firsthand.
