July 18, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Be Your Own Champion: Advocating for Service on the Rehab Journey Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States Navigating medical-related appointments can be difficult for those who have limited knowledge of the healthcare system and the medical terms/jargon affecting a person's health. Sometimes those appointments can be overwhelming or may feel unproductive because of not knowing how to advocate for yourself, which can lead to a sense of helplessness. To maximize the success of your rehab journey, it is important to be able to understand your diagnosis, prognosis, and the associated treatments for recovery. The purpose of this presentation is to help you increase your confidence with collaborating with your healthcare providers so you can effectively discuss your health concerns to meet your desired goals.
September 11, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Walk-In Wednesdays Walk-In Wednesdays Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States Come meet our nurse managers, learn more about our current nursing job openings and have the chance to interview on the spot! This is a chance to get a guided tour of our state-of-the-art facility.
September 18, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm From Low-tech to High-tech: Solutions for the Rehab Journey Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States Opportunity for those in the community to learn about the available assistive technology devices to help improve independence and ease of daily life tasks.
September 20, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Chronic Disease Self-Management 6-Week Class Series Chronic Disease Self-Management 6-Week Class Series 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
November 20, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm After Therapy Graduation: What’s Next on Your Rehab Journey Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States This presentation will entail opportunities that are offered following inpatient rehabilitation discharge. It will discuss ways to increase intensity and frequency of rehabilitation through outpatient physical therapy and fitness and wellness services. It will help you understand and navigate through fitness and wellness services to discover which program will provide you the most appropriate benefits to help achieve therapy and personal goals following therapy graduation. Lastly, this presentation will highlight if and when it is appropriate to return to physical therapy.
November 25, 2024 @ 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Light It Up With Gratitude Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States Join us for our second annual Celebration of Lights Grand Illumination Ceremony as we light up the Bridge Garden and transform it into a winter wonderland of lights representing the hundreds of gifts given by our generous donors to recognize the tremendous work done every day to help people find their Power to Overcome. Hot […]
December 12, 2024 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Navigating Obstacles with Insurance: A PROVIDER PERSPECTIVE Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States When: Thursday, December 12th • 4:30 p.m. - 6 p.m. Dinner provided followed by a tour of Sheltering Arms Institute This event is free of charge. Where: 2000 Wilkes Ridge Dr., Richmond, VA 23233, Main Conference Room Please join us for an evening of education, conversation, and dinner. You will learn valuable information about […]
January 1 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 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 […]
January 14 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm 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 […]
January 14 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm 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.
January 22 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Stroke Survivor and Caregiver Support Group Stroke Survivor and Caregiver Support Group Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States Monthly Support Group 4th Wednesday of Each Month 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. Sheltering Arms Institute connects patients with a support group for a safe and supportive environment for stroke survivors and caregivers. Support groups provide members the opportunity to express their feelings, learn helpful information, improve social skills, and realize they are not alone. […]
January 30 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Caring for the Caregiver Caring for the Caregiver Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States Powerful Tools for Caregivers is a six-week class series held once a week. This program will give you the skills to take care of yourself while caring for your loved one. By taking care of your own mental and physical health, you can be a better caregiver.
