Support Group for Limb Loss and Limb Difference June 3 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 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 […]
Caring for the Caregiver June 2 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm 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.
Stroke Survivor and Caregiver Support Group May 27 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm 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. […]
Caregiver Support Meeting May 21 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm 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.
Navigating Emotions: Building Resilience on Your Recovery Journey May 20 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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 […]
Aphasia Support Group May 13 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm 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 […]
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
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.
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 care of your loved one, it can become difficult to take care of yourself. This retreat is intended to provide you with connection, empowerment, and […]
Diabetes Self-Management (Class Series) March 5 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm 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.
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 Objectives: Understand how changes after a neurological event can affect intimacy Recognize common challenges affecting connection Strengthen communication within relationships Identify ways to reconnect with […]
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 hundreds of gifts given by our generous donors to recognize the tremendous work done every day to help people find their Power to Overcome. Hot […]
