• Vivistim Therapy Screening Day

    When: Wednesday, May 6 Screenings will take place from 1-4 p.m. and take about 30 minutes. After you register, you'll receive a call from the Vivistim Team to schedule your 30-minute appointment slot. Where: Sheltering Arms Institute's Hanover Outpatient Center (8226 Meadowbridge Rd. Mechanicsville, VA 23116) What: Have you or a loved one experienced an ischemic […]

  • Neuro Recovery Symposium: Reinventing Rehab

    Sheltering Arms Institute is hosting the Neuro Recovery Symposium: Reinventing Rehab, as part of our continued Education Institute. Some Topics Include: Basics of SCI care Functional neurologic disorder Vivistim Management of Lateropulsion High Intensity Therapy in a Low-Tech Environment (with emphasis on MS) Aphasia GPT View The Agenda. Registration is now open! Please click here […]

    $50 – $115
  • Navigating Emotions: Building Resilience on Your Recovery Journey

    Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States

    When: Wednesday, May 20 from 1-2 p.m. Where: In person at Sheltering Arms Institute’s Main Campus (2000 Wilkes Ridge Dr. Henrico, VA 23233) or virtually via Microsoft Teams   Learning Objectives: Participants will be able to define resilience. Participants will be able to identify factors to help enhance one’s personal resilience. Participants will identify skills […]

  • 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.

  • Upper Extremity Recovery after Neurological Injury

    Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States

    When: Wednesday, June 17 from 1-2 p.m. Where: In person at Sheltering Arms Institute’s Main Campus (2000 Wilkes Ridge Dr. Henrico, VA 23233) or virtually via Microsoft Teams   Learning Objectives: Understand common injuries to upper extremities Understand the importance of positioning, stretching, and range of motion Understand need for intensity and repetition with exercising […]

  • Managing Fatigue: The Long Haul of the Rehab Journey

    Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States

    When: Wednesday, September 16 from 1-2 p.m. Where: In person at Sheltering Arms Institute’s Main Campus (2000 Wilkes Ridge Dr. Henrico, VA 23233) or virtually via Microsoft Teams   Fatigue can lead patients to feel limited in their recovery from a significant injury or illness. It can affect their participation in therapy, exercise, and community […]

  • Tips to Maximize Insurance Benefits and Get Your Best Outcome

    Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States

    When: Wednesday, November 4 from 1-2 p.m. Where: In person at Sheltering Arms Institute’s Main Campus (2000 Wilkes Ridge Dr. Henrico, VA 23233) or virtually via Microsoft Teams   Learning Objectives: What to expect from my physical therapy insurance benefits Tips to boost the effectiveness of your physical therapy sessions How to stretch physical therapy […]

  • 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 […]

  • Aphasia Support Group

    Aphasia Support Group
    Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States

    Monthly Support Group 2nd Wednesday of Each Month 2 p.m. – 3 p.m. Where: In person at Sheltering Arms Institute’s Main Campus (2000 Wilkes Ridge Dr. Henrico, VA 23233) This support group is designed for people living with aphasia. We are also here to support families, friends, and professionals in understanding what aphasia is, ways to […]

  • 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 […]

  • Caregiver 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.

  • 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. […]