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SUMMARY:Neuro Recovery Symposium: Reinventing Rehab
DESCRIPTION:Sheltering Arms Institute Neuro Recovery Symposium \nSheltering Arms Institute is hosting the Neuro Recovery Symposium: Reinventing Rehab\, as part of our continued Education Institute. \nSOME TOPICS INCLUDE: \n\nNeuroplasticity and mindfulness from the patient perspective\nImportance of intensity in neurologic recovery\nVestibular rehabilitation\nDual tasking in neurologic populations\nVision – assessment and considerations\nReturn to driving following neurological event\n\nWho: Physical therapists\, occupational therapists\, speech-language pathologists\, and other health professionals \nWhat: 6 contact hours for PT\, OT\, and SLP \nWhen: Friday\, May 2\nRegistration: 8-8:30 a.m.\nConference: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. \nWhere: Sheltering Arms Institute’s Main Campus (2000 Wilkes Ridge Dr.\, Richmond\, VA 23233) or Virtual Attendance \nCost: $100 for clinicians\, $50 for students \n**Lunch provided for in person attendees \nClick Here to View Symposium Agenda \nRegistration is now open: Click Here to Register! 
URL:https://shelteringarmsinstitute.com/event/neuro-recovery-symposium-reinventing-rehab/
LOCATION:Sheltering Arms Institute\, 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive\, Richmond\, VA\, 23233\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAI Community Event
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SUMMARY:Caring for the Caregiver
DESCRIPTION:When: Each Tuesday from May 6 to June 10 from 1-2:30 p.m. \nWhere: In person at Sheltering Arms Institute’s Main Campus (2000 Wilkes Ridge Dr. Henrico\, VA 23233) or virtually via Microsoft Teams \n  \nCaregivers play an important role in their loved one’s recovery\, and we want to support your well-being and success along the way. 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. Participants will receive a caregiver resource guide. To learn more about the Caregiver Program\, visit: powerfultoolsforcaregivers.org. \nBelow are some of the helpful strategies that will be covered: \n\nReduce stress\nImprove self-confidence\nManage time\, set goals & problem solve\nBetter communicate feelings\nAccess community resources\nMake tough decisions\n\n  \nQuestions? Email community.engagement@sai.rehab or call (804) 578-6532. \n  \nRegister with the form below:
URL:https://shelteringarmsinstitute.com/event/caring-for-the-caregiver-2/2025-05-06/
LOCATION:Sheltering Arms Institute\, 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive\, Richmond\, VA\, 23233\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T183623Z
UID:10000181-1746615600-1746619200@shelteringarmsinstitute.com
SUMMARY:Support Group for Limb Loss and Limb Difference
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Support Group\n\n\n\n\nFirst Wednesday of Each Month 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nSheltering 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 they are not alone. \n\n\n\nLocation:\nJoin us virtually or in person at:\n\n\n\n\nSheltering Arms Institute\n2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive\nRichmond\, VA 23233 \n\n\nTo Register:\n\n\n\n\nTo RSVP\, please fill out the form below.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Anna O’Hara\, OTD\, OTR/L\, at anna.ohara@sai.rehab.\n\n\n 
URL:https://shelteringarmsinstitute.com/event/support-group-for-limb-loss-and-limb-difference/2025-05-07/
LOCATION:Sheltering Arms Institute\, 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive\, Richmond\, VA\, 23233\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAI Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T130000
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SUMMARY:MyLife Assistive Technology Educational Series: Troubleshooting
DESCRIPTION:When: Wednesday\, May 7 | 1-2 p.m. \nWhere: Sheltering Arms Institute Conference Room 1019 2000 Wilkes Ridge Dr Richmond VA\, 23233 or Virtually via Microsoft Teams \nTopic: Troubleshooting \nSummary: 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. \nThis 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. \nRegister with the form below:
URL:https://shelteringarmsinstitute.com/event/mylife-assistive-technology-educational-series-troubleshooting/
CATEGORIES:SAI Community Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T110000
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SUMMARY:Matter of Balance (Class Series)
DESCRIPTION:When: Each Friday from May 9 through June 27 from 9-11 a.m. \nWhere: In person at Midtown Outpatient Center – Scott’s Addition (2805 W. Broad St.\, Richmond\, VA 23230) \n  \nA Matter of Balance (MOB) is specifically designed to reduce the fear of falling and improve activity levels among community-dwelling older adults. The program includes eight two-hour classes presented to a small group of 8-12 participants led by trained coaches. The program enables participants to reduce the fear of falling by learning to view falls as controllable\, setting goals for increasing activity levels\, making small changes to reduce fall risks at home\, and exercise to increase strength and balance. \nThe curriculum includes group discussions\, mutual problem solving\, role-play activities\, exercise training\, assertiveness training\, and a few homework assignments. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nParticipants learn about the importance of exercise in preventing falls and practice exercises to improve strength\, coordination\, and balance.\nParticipants also conduct a home safety evaluation and learn to get up and down safely.\nAdditional topics include home safety\, assertiveness\, developing positive strategies for change\, reducing barriers to exercise\, identifying physical risk factors for falls\, personal action planners\, recognizing misconceptions about falls\, and moving from self-defeating to self-motivating thoughts.\n\n  \nQuestions? Email community.engagement@sai.rehab or call (804) 578-6532. \n  \nThis class is now full. Check our events page for upcoming events! 
URL:https://shelteringarmsinstitute.com/event/matter-of-balance-class-series/2025-05-09/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T154244Z
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SUMMARY:Concussion Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis support group is intended to provide an outlet for discussion of shared experiences to help with coping strategies and general education about concussions. If you are an adult diagnosed with a concussion and are actively under the care of a healthcare provider for the injury (MD\, PT\, SLP\, Psychologist\, etc.)\, we encourage you to attend. \n\n\nTo Register:\n\n\n\n\nTo RSVP\, please fill out the form below.\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Caitlin Larkins at caitlin.larkins@sai.rehab
URL:https://shelteringarmsinstitute.com/event/concussion-support-group-3/2025-05-13/
CATEGORIES:SAI Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T143000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035906
CREATED:20250224T153458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T153541Z
UID:10000927-1747141200-1747146600@shelteringarmsinstitute.com
SUMMARY:Caring for the Caregiver
DESCRIPTION:When: Each Tuesday from May 6 to June 10 from 1-2:30 p.m. \nWhere: In person at Sheltering Arms Institute’s Main Campus (2000 Wilkes Ridge Dr. Henrico\, VA 23233) or virtually via Microsoft Teams \n  \nCaregivers play an important role in their loved one’s recovery\, and we want to support your well-being and success along the way. 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. Participants will receive a caregiver resource guide. To learn more about the Caregiver Program\, visit: powerfultoolsforcaregivers.org. \nBelow are some of the helpful strategies that will be covered: \n\nReduce stress\nImprove self-confidence\nManage time\, set goals & problem solve\nBetter communicate feelings\nAccess community resources\nMake tough decisions\n\n  \nQuestions? Email community.engagement@sai.rehab or call (804) 578-6532. \n  \nRegister with the form below:
URL:https://shelteringarmsinstitute.com/event/caring-for-the-caregiver-2/2025-05-13/
LOCATION:Sheltering Arms Institute\, 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive\, Richmond\, VA\, 23233\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T170000
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CREATED:20250428T184529Z
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SUMMARY:Caregiver Safe Space Support Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Support Group\n3rd Thursday of Each Month 4 p.m.\nWe 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. \n  \nLocation:\nJoin us virtually or in person at:\nSheltering Arms Institute Room 1040\n2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive\nRichmond\, VA 23233 \n  \nTo Register:\nQuestions? Contact the Community Engagement team at Community.Engagement@sai.rehab
URL:https://shelteringarmsinstitute.com/event/caregiver-safe-space-support-meeting/
LOCATION:Sheltering Arms Institute\, 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive\, Richmond\, VA\, 23233\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAI Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T110000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035906
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T142259Z
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SUMMARY:Matter of Balance (Class Series)
DESCRIPTION:When: Each Friday from May 9 through June 27 from 9-11 a.m. \nWhere: In person at Midtown Outpatient Center – Scott’s Addition (2805 W. Broad St.\, Richmond\, VA 23230) \n  \nA Matter of Balance (MOB) is specifically designed to reduce the fear of falling and improve activity levels among community-dwelling older adults. The program includes eight two-hour classes presented to a small group of 8-12 participants led by trained coaches. The program enables participants to reduce the fear of falling by learning to view falls as controllable\, setting goals for increasing activity levels\, making small changes to reduce fall risks at home\, and exercise to increase strength and balance. \nThe curriculum includes group discussions\, mutual problem solving\, role-play activities\, exercise training\, assertiveness training\, and a few homework assignments. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nParticipants learn about the importance of exercise in preventing falls and practice exercises to improve strength\, coordination\, and balance.\nParticipants also conduct a home safety evaluation and learn to get up and down safely.\nAdditional topics include home safety\, assertiveness\, developing positive strategies for change\, reducing barriers to exercise\, identifying physical risk factors for falls\, personal action planners\, recognizing misconceptions about falls\, and moving from self-defeating to self-motivating thoughts.\n\n  \nQuestions? Email community.engagement@sai.rehab or call (804) 578-6532. \n  \nThis class is now full. Check our events page for upcoming events! 
URL:https://shelteringarmsinstitute.com/event/matter-of-balance-class-series/2025-05-16/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T143000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035906
CREATED:20250224T153458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T153541Z
UID:10000928-1747746000-1747751400@shelteringarmsinstitute.com
SUMMARY:Caring for the Caregiver
DESCRIPTION:When: Each Tuesday from May 6 to June 10 from 1-2:30 p.m. \nWhere: In person at Sheltering Arms Institute’s Main Campus (2000 Wilkes Ridge Dr. Henrico\, VA 23233) or virtually via Microsoft Teams \n  \nCaregivers play an important role in their loved one’s recovery\, and we want to support your well-being and success along the way. 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. Participants will receive a caregiver resource guide. To learn more about the Caregiver Program\, visit: powerfultoolsforcaregivers.org. \nBelow are some of the helpful strategies that will be covered: \n\nReduce stress\nImprove self-confidence\nManage time\, set goals & problem solve\nBetter communicate feelings\nAccess community resources\nMake tough decisions\n\n  \nQuestions? Email community.engagement@sai.rehab or call (804) 578-6532. \n  \nRegister with the form below:
URL:https://shelteringarmsinstitute.com/event/caring-for-the-caregiver-2/2025-05-20/
LOCATION:Sheltering Arms Institute\, 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive\, Richmond\, VA\, 23233\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T110000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035906
CREATED:20250224T151742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T142259Z
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SUMMARY:Matter of Balance (Class Series)
DESCRIPTION:When: Each Friday from May 9 through June 27 from 9-11 a.m. \nWhere: In person at Midtown Outpatient Center – Scott’s Addition (2805 W. Broad St.\, Richmond\, VA 23230) \n  \nA Matter of Balance (MOB) is specifically designed to reduce the fear of falling and improve activity levels among community-dwelling older adults. The program includes eight two-hour classes presented to a small group of 8-12 participants led by trained coaches. The program enables participants to reduce the fear of falling by learning to view falls as controllable\, setting goals for increasing activity levels\, making small changes to reduce fall risks at home\, and exercise to increase strength and balance. \nThe curriculum includes group discussions\, mutual problem solving\, role-play activities\, exercise training\, assertiveness training\, and a few homework assignments. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nParticipants learn about the importance of exercise in preventing falls and practice exercises to improve strength\, coordination\, and balance.\nParticipants also conduct a home safety evaluation and learn to get up and down safely.\nAdditional topics include home safety\, assertiveness\, developing positive strategies for change\, reducing barriers to exercise\, identifying physical risk factors for falls\, personal action planners\, recognizing misconceptions about falls\, and moving from self-defeating to self-motivating thoughts.\n\n  \nQuestions? Email community.engagement@sai.rehab or call (804) 578-6532. \n  \nThis class is now full. Check our events page for upcoming events! 
URL:https://shelteringarmsinstitute.com/event/matter-of-balance-class-series/2025-05-23/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250527T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250527T143000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035906
CREATED:20250224T153458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T153541Z
UID:10000929-1748350800-1748356200@shelteringarmsinstitute.com
SUMMARY:Caring for the Caregiver
DESCRIPTION:When: Each Tuesday from May 6 to June 10 from 1-2:30 p.m. \nWhere: In person at Sheltering Arms Institute’s Main Campus (2000 Wilkes Ridge Dr. Henrico\, VA 23233) or virtually via Microsoft Teams \n  \nCaregivers play an important role in their loved one’s recovery\, and we want to support your well-being and success along the way. 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. Participants will receive a caregiver resource guide. To learn more about the Caregiver Program\, visit: powerfultoolsforcaregivers.org. \nBelow are some of the helpful strategies that will be covered: \n\nReduce stress\nImprove self-confidence\nManage time\, set goals & problem solve\nBetter communicate feelings\nAccess community resources\nMake tough decisions\n\n  \nQuestions? Email community.engagement@sai.rehab or call (804) 578-6532. \n  \nRegister with the form below:
URL:https://shelteringarmsinstitute.com/event/caring-for-the-caregiver-2/2025-05-27/
LOCATION:Sheltering Arms Institute\, 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive\, Richmond\, VA\, 23233\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035906
CREATED:20231221T201732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231229T194323Z
UID:10000241-1748440800-1748444400@shelteringarmsinstitute.com
SUMMARY:Stroke Survivor and Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Support Group\n\n\n\n\n4th Wednesday of Each Month 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nSheltering 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us virtually or in person at:\nSheltering Arms Institute\n2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive\nRichmond\, VA 23233 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo Register:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact the Community Engagement team at Community.Engagement@sai.rehab
URL:https://shelteringarmsinstitute.com/event/stroke-survivor-and-caregiver-support-group/2025-05-28/
LOCATION:Sheltering Arms Institute\, 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive\, Richmond\, VA\, 23233\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T110000
DTSTAMP:20260422T035906
CREATED:20250224T151742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T142259Z
UID:10000922-1748595600-1748602800@shelteringarmsinstitute.com
SUMMARY:Matter of Balance (Class Series)
DESCRIPTION:When: Each Friday from May 9 through June 27 from 9-11 a.m. \nWhere: In person at Midtown Outpatient Center – Scott’s Addition (2805 W. Broad St.\, Richmond\, VA 23230) \n  \nA Matter of Balance (MOB) is specifically designed to reduce the fear of falling and improve activity levels among community-dwelling older adults. The program includes eight two-hour classes presented to a small group of 8-12 participants led by trained coaches. The program enables participants to reduce the fear of falling by learning to view falls as controllable\, setting goals for increasing activity levels\, making small changes to reduce fall risks at home\, and exercise to increase strength and balance. \nThe curriculum includes group discussions\, mutual problem solving\, role-play activities\, exercise training\, assertiveness training\, and a few homework assignments. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nParticipants learn about the importance of exercise in preventing falls and practice exercises to improve strength\, coordination\, and balance.\nParticipants also conduct a home safety evaluation and learn to get up and down safely.\nAdditional topics include home safety\, assertiveness\, developing positive strategies for change\, reducing barriers to exercise\, identifying physical risk factors for falls\, personal action planners\, recognizing misconceptions about falls\, and moving from self-defeating to self-motivating thoughts.\n\n  \nQuestions? Email community.engagement@sai.rehab or call (804) 578-6532. \n  \nThis class is now full. Check our events page for upcoming events! 
URL:https://shelteringarmsinstitute.com/event/matter-of-balance-class-series/2025-05-30/
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