Join us for our 14th Power to Overcome (P2O) Celebration as patients, their loved ones, care teams, volunteers, donors, and community members come together for an unforgettable evening of connection and impact as we celebrate all who have found their Power to Overcome. Proceeds from the event will help eligible patients and caregivers access assistive technology and other resources after graduation from physical rehab.
Highlights of the evening will include:
When: Thursday, March 20 from 6-9 p.m. (Cocktail Hour: 6 p.m. / Dinner & Program: 7 p.m.)
Where: Dewey Gottwald Center (2301 W. Leigh St. Richmond, VA 23220) Located off DMV Drive behind the Science Museum of Virginia
Teddy Matthews
In 2022, Teddy experienced sepsis following an appendectomy, which led to a quadruple amputation in order to save his life. Due to additional medical complications, Teddy spent six months in acute and long-term care facilities before coming to Sheltering Arms Institute in June 2023 for his first round of inpatient physical rehabilitation. In February 2024, through our Jump Start Program for intensive prosthetic training, Teddy returned for a second inpatient stay with us to learn how to use and navigate his prostheses.
Teddy reflects on his rehabilitation journey with an appreciation for his care team’s unwavering support. “I had the right therapists, and I really needed them to push me some days because it was tough going from an able-bodied person to losing all of my limbs.”
Today, Teddy continues to progress in our outpatient therapy program, mastering activities of daily living with his myoelectric upper-extremity prostheses and working on returning to driving. His advice to others: persevere through the toughest moments. “Don’t quit. Don’t give up. Just keep fighting and keep pushing.”
Codey Wells
In October 2023, just three days after his 22nd birthday, Codey experienced a traumatic brain injury (TBI) from a fall down the stairs. He underwent both a craniotomy and craniectomy and was in a coma for nearly 10 weeks. After months in acute care, Codey began his physical rehab journey while in a minimally conscious state. For three months, Codey’s multidisciplinary inpatient care team at Sheltering Arms Institute worked to help him regain strength and awareness following months of immobility. As a former musician, music therapy was a key factor in Codey’s recovery, helping to increase his engagement and awareness and providing valuable insights into his cognitive function as he was unable to speak.
Codey went on to participate in our outpatient therapy program, ultimately achieving incredible outcomes including regaining the ability to walk, speak, and return to activities of daily living and leisure. His words to others going through their own journey: “Never give up on yourself. Work hard and listen to your therapists and never lose faith.”
Support the Power to Overcome Fund by considering a sponsorship! All proceeds help patients and caregivers in need with resources to enhance their quality of life as they leave Sheltering Arms Institute. Funds help cover things such as out-of-pocket costs for power wheelchair batteries, “sip and puff” or other assistive technology, medication, and other items that increase independence for individuals who could not otherwise afford them.
Multiple sponsorship levels are available for corporations and individuals. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, click the button below or contact Lisa Resch at lresch@shelteringarms.com or (804) 342-4141.
Unable to sponsor or attend the event but still want to help? Click the button below to make a donation of any size to the Power to Overcome Fund. Every gift makes a difference in the lives of our patients.
Tickets for P2O 2025 are now available for purchase! The cost is $95 per attendee and includes an open bar, three-course seated dinner, photo booth, live music, inspirational program, valet parking, and more.
Accessible and free valet parking are both available for the event in the lot behind the Gottwald Center. Additional self-park spaces are also available in the lot and on Leigh Street; however, spaces are limited. To ensure ample parking for all guests, please consider carpooling or using a ride share app such as Uber or Lyft.
PRK Holdings, LLC
VCU Health System
Ted and Carol Price
Industrial Maintenance & Service (IMS)
Anonymous (2)
Barton Malow
Fahrenheit Advisors
Dianne and Deuce Jewell
Hancock & Daniel
J.A. Heisler Contracting Co.
Reynolds Development
Peter and Jakie Bowles
Hollister
HUB International Companies
Hummel Associates
Anne and Mac McElroy
Sportable
TeamHealth
