MyLife Assistive Technology Educational Series: Low Tech Options November 5, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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 low-tech assistive technology – simple yet effective tools that support individuals with daily activities. Participants will learn about a variety of options as well as touching on the benefits, implementation and funding options. The session will include a hands-on opportunity to trial various low-tech options, allowing participants to experience their functionality and adaptability firsthand.
Tips to Maximize Insurance Benefits and Get Your Best Outcome November 18, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States When: Tuesday, November 18 from 2-2:45 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 […]
Light It Up With Gratitude November 25, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States Join us for our third 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 […]
Parkinson’s Disease Support Group – RESCHEDULED December 9, 2025 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Parkinson’s Disease Support Group – RESCHEDULED 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.
Intimacy Through Recovery: How to Address Changes in Intimacy after a Neurological Event February 18 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States When: Wednesday, February 18 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 […]
Healthy Eating on a Budget March 6 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am When: Friday, March 6 from 10-11 a.m. Where: In person at Midtown Outpatient Center - Scott’s Addition (2805 W. Broad St., Richmond, VA 23230) or virtually via Microsoft Teams Join […]
Caregiver Retreat: Day of Empowerment March 7 @ 8:30 am - 1:00 pm Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States Guest Speaker: Karen Grazionale When: Saturday, March 7th Time: 8:30 AM- 1 PM, Breakfast and lunch will be provided Where: Large Conference Room 1019 at Sheltering Arms Institute When you are busy taking […]
Wheelchair Symposium March 14 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States Join us at Sheltering Arms Institute (2000 Wilkes Ridge Dr. Richmond Va 23233) for a one-day, in-person symposium! This symposium is designed to empower clinicians with the knowledge and hands-on experience necessary to optimize wheelchair prescription, configuration, and training. Through a series of targeted lectures and interactive labs, attendees will deepen their understanding of foundational or advanced wheelchair technologies, refine their clinical decision-making, and enhance their ability to support patients in achieving functional mobility.
Walk, Run, Roll! April 25 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States Join us for the fourth annual walk, run, or roll event as we recognize Limb Loss Awareness Month and raise money for the Sheltering Arms Foundation! Free
The Importance of Nutrition as we Age May 1 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am When: Friday, May 1 from 10-11 a.m. Where: In person at Midtown Outpatient Center - Scott’s Addition (2805 W. Broad St., Richmond, VA 23230) or virtually via Microsoft Teams […]
Vivistim Therapy Screening Day May 6 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm 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 […]
Neuro Recovery Symposium: Reinventing Rehab May 8 @ 8:30 am - 4:30 pm 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 […] $50 – $115
