April 26 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Walk, Run, Roll! Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States Join us for the third annual walk, run, or roll event as we recognize Limb Loss Awareness Month and raise money for the Sheltering Arms Foundation! Free
April 22 @ 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm Have Fun and Stay Fit: Tips for Physical & Emotional Health Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States When: Tuesday, April 22 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 Objectives: Finding the right setting for your exercise post injury What to look for in a gym and how to look for it Prioritizing things […]
April 9 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Assistive Technology Dine & Demo Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States When: Wednesday, April 9 from 5-8 p.m. Where: In person at Sheltering Arms Institute’s Main Campus (2000 Wilkes Ridge Dr. Henrico, VA 23233) Learning Objectives: Learn about devices designed to enhance accessibility and independence, and how they can integrate into daily life. Explore the MyLife Assistive Technology Lab and discover the assistive technology available […]
February 25 @ 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm Navigating Emotions: Building Resilience on Your Recovery Journey Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States 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 to manage emotional distress and enhance coping.
December 12, 2024 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Navigating Obstacles with Insurance: A PROVIDER PERSPECTIVE Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States When: Thursday, December 12th • 4:30 p.m. - 6 p.m. Dinner provided followed by a tour of Sheltering Arms Institute This event is free of charge. Where: 2000 Wilkes Ridge Dr., Richmond, VA 23233, Main Conference Room Please join us for an evening of education, conversation, and dinner. You will learn valuable information about […]
November 20, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm After Therapy Graduation: What’s Next on Your Rehab Journey Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States This presentation will entail opportunities that are offered following inpatient rehabilitation discharge. It will discuss ways to increase intensity and frequency of rehabilitation through outpatient physical therapy and fitness and wellness services. It will help you understand and navigate through fitness and wellness services to discover which program will provide you the most appropriate benefits to help achieve therapy and personal goals following therapy graduation. Lastly, this presentation will highlight if and when it is appropriate to return to physical therapy.
September 18, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm From Low-tech to High-tech: Solutions for the Rehab Journey Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States Opportunity for those in the community to learn about the available assistive technology devices to help improve independence and ease of daily life tasks.
September 11, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Walk-In Wednesdays Walk-In Wednesdays Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States Come meet our nurse managers, learn more about our current nursing job openings and have the chance to interview on the spot! This is a chance to get a guided tour of our state-of-the-art facility.
July 18, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Be Your Own Champion: Advocating for Service on the Rehab Journey Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States Navigating medical-related appointments can be difficult for those who have limited knowledge of the healthcare system and the medical terms/jargon affecting a person's health. Sometimes those appointments can be overwhelming or may feel unproductive because of not knowing how to advocate for yourself, which can lead to a sense of helplessness. To maximize the success of your rehab journey, it is important to be able to understand your diagnosis, prognosis, and the associated treatments for recovery. The purpose of this presentation is to help you increase your confidence with collaborating with your healthcare providers so you can effectively discuss your health concerns to meet your desired goals.
June 3, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm How Exercise Can Improve Our Brain Health Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States The benefits of participating in regular exercise are numerous. Not only does exercise make a difference to your physical functioning, it can also affect your cognitive functioning.
May 10, 2024 @ 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Neuro Recovery Symposium Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States Sheltering Arms Institute is hosting a Neuro Recovery Symposium: Reinventing Rehab, as part of our continued education program. Topics include: - Importance of intensity in neurologic recovery - Improving patient engagement - Bracing for neuro recovery $50 – $100
May 4, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Stroke Survivor Reunion Sheltering Arms Institute 2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA, United States We are excited to to host our first Stroke Survivor Reunion Event honoring our 2023 stroke program graduates on Saturday, May 4th from 1-4 p.m. in the Bridge Garden at Sheltering Arms Institute! This event will bring together former patients, caregivers, care team members, and community partners to celebrate accomplishments and provide an opportunity for patients to connect with other stroke survivors and reunite with members of their care team. Free
