MyLife Assistive Technology Educational Series: Tobii Eye Gaze

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 explore the Tobii Eye Gaze, a power tool that enables individuals with limited mobility to communicate, learn, and interact with their environment using only their eyes. Participants will gain an understanding of how eye-tracking technology works, its application to daily living, best practices for setup and utilization as well as funding options. The session will include a hands-on opportunity to trial the Tobii, allowing participants to experience its functionality firsthand.

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 […]

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.

MyLife Assistive Technology Educational Series: QuadJoy

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 QuadJoy, a mouth-operated joystick designed for individuals with limited mobility to control computers and other devices with precision and ease. Attendants will learn about the device’s features, setup, application in independent living and funding options. The session will include a hands-on opportunity to trial the QuadJoy, allowing participants to experience its functionality firsthand.

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.

Reunion Celebration Event: Stroke and Brain Injury Recovery

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

Thank you to our event sponsors!   Accessibility Sponsor: Reynolds Development Community Sponsors: Hanger, Industrial Maintenance & Service Corp., JLL, MicroTransponder Positivity Sponsors: Hub International Mid-Atlantic, Inc.   When: Saturday, […]

MyLife Assistive Technology Educational Series: Guided Hands

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.

Participants will be introduced to Guided Hands, a device designed to support individuals with limited hand mobility in performing tasks such as writing, drawing and using touchscreens. The session will include a hands-on opportunity to trial Guided Hands, allowing participants to experience its functionality and adaptability firsthand.

Diabetes Self-Management (Class Series)

Diabetes Self-Management (Class Series)

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

Do you live with diabetes or know someone who does? Sheltering Arms Institute, in partnership with The SPAN Center, are offering a 6-week evidence-based diabetes education class. Adults with diabetes, friends, family members, and caregivers are welcome to participate.

Managing Fatigue: The Long Haul of the Rehab Journey

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

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 activities. Join us for a discussion on the reasons for fatigue, ways to track it, and strategies to manage it during the rehab journey.