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Nationally ranked inpatient & outpatient physical rehabilitation located in Richmond, Virginia

10/28/2026

Think you can beat the clock? ⏱️💪 We’re back with physical therapist, Leslie, and this time he’s putting your leg strength and mobility to the test!

The challenge? Time yourself completing 5 sit-to-stands. If you need a little assistance, try placing a pillow on your chair to raise the seat.

Think you’re up for it? Give it a try and share your time in the comments!

As always, if you are unsure of the safety of your exercise routine, check with your therapist, exercise physiologist, or physician for some direction. To request an evaluation with one of our therapists, visit shelteringarmsinstitute.com/contact-us or call (804) 764-1000.

10/27/2026

Good company, great energy, and plenty of movement! 💜🚶

Our team joined members of the Parkinson’s community for a day of movement, connection, and fun at the 2026 Parkinson’s Moving Day!

Events like this are a wonderful reminder that staying active isn’t just about physical health, it’s also about building relationships, supporting one another, and enjoying the journey together.

Thank you to everyone who came out and got moving with us! 💜

10/26/2026

Stroke survivors, caregivers, and healthcare professionals gathered for the Strength Over Stroke Conference in Richmond hosted by United Stroke Alliance!

The event brought the community together to explore life after stroke with conversations ranging from recovery and emotional health to nutrition, adaptive recreation, and everyday independence.

We’re grateful to have been part of a day dedicated to sharing knowledge, building connections, and supporting those navigating life after stroke. 💜

10/23/2026

Your weekend is looking pretty colorful! 🍁☀️

Meet Debby, our very own fall foliage reporter! She’s checking in from the Sheltering Arms Institute Bridge Garden with this week’s leaf color update and a little Friday cheer.

With beautiful weather ahead, we hope everyone gets a chance to enjoy the changing colors! ❤️🧡💛 Have a wonderful weekend!

10/22/2026

Do you know the proper way to get up from the floor?

It’s something we don’t always think about until we need to. Whether you’re playing with your kids or grandkids, working around the house, or recovering from a fall, knowing how to get up from the floor is an important skill.

Today, physical therapist and board-certified geriatric clinical specialist, Leslie, show us four different techniques to help you get back on your feet from the floor.

💬 Have you practiced getting up from the floor? Let us know!

10/21/2026

On Wednesdays, we wear pink! 💗

This October, our team is honoring Breast Cancer Awareness Month by bringing a little extra color to our inpatient rehab hospital and outpatient centers to show support for breast cancer survivors, remember lives lost, and encourage early detection through regular screenings. 💕

10/20/2026

We’re back with another round of Aphasia Games! 🧠💬

This time, we’re playing The Minister’s Cat! 🐱

Through games like this, patients with aphasia can practice communication, get creative, and connect with others in a fun, supportive setting. 💜

Want to give it a try? Explore The Minister’s Cat and more games from Aphasia Games for Health here: https://www.aphasiagamesforhealth.com/the-ministers-cat 🔗

10/19/2026

Our team headed to Washington, D.C., for the 2026 ACRM - American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine Conference, sharing their expertise across five presentations:

💡 Innovating at the Point of Care: Building Decision Support Into the EMR
🎶 Harmonizing Healing: Integrating Music Therapy into Inpatient Rehabilitation
⚡ Advancing Gait Rehabilitation: Evidence, Innovation, and Clinical Application of Multi-Channel Functional Electrical Stimulation
🚶 Locomotor Training Intensity and Time Association with Walking Outcomes in Spinal Cord Injury
🤖 From Innovation to Implementation: Planning, Evaluating, and Integrating Rehabilitation Technologies for Organizations and Teams

We are proud of our team for sharing their work and bringing fresh ideas back to SAI! 💜

10/15/2026

Good things happen when we work together. 🎉💜

Sheltering Arms Institute and the University of Richmond School of Professional & Continuing Studies were honored with the Collaboration for Change Award at the Bonner Center for Civic Engagement’s 2026 Engage for Change Awards!

The recognition celebrates our partnership in creating the Nurse Leadership for Post-Acute Care Nursing program, helping our nurses strengthen their leadership skills and grow professionally.

We’re grateful to the August Heid Trust for initially funding the program and the William R. Kenan, Jr. Charitable Trust for supporting its second year.

Congratulations to everyone who helped make this partnership possible! 👏💜

10/14/2026

Attention stroke survivors – there’s still time to register for the Strength Over Stroke conference hosted by Stroke Alliance!

Join us for a day of learning, connection, and practical tips for stroke survivors, their family and caregivers. From recovery and emotional health to adaptive sports and everyday life, there’s plenty to explore! 🧠

🗓️ Tuesday, October 20 | 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
📍 VCU Health Parham Road Building, 7818 E. Parham Road, Richmond
🎟️ $25/person | $40/couple (lunch included!)
🔗 Register: https://unitedstrokealliance.regfox.com/stroke-conference-richmond-va-2026

Address

2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive
Richmond, VA
23233

Telephone

+18048774000

Website

https://shelteringarmsinstitute.com/

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