Calendar of Events

To register for any event, please call 757-507-7200 or email  vbstrongcenter@sentara.com.

To register for any event, please call 757-507-7200 or email  vbstrongcenter@sentara.com.

Restoring Inner Peace

Learn how to implement mindfulness-based strategies to reduce stress and increase your ability to maintain a state of serenity, despite the world around you. Develop an understanding of relaxation techniques […]

Preparing Well Series: Challenging Irrational Thoughts

Your mind can lead you awry. Discuss why you shouldn’t believe everything you think. Explore how thoughts can lead to unhealthy behaviors and discuss strategies to manage them. All programming […]

Preparing Well Series: Finding Balance in Uncertainty

It can be difficult to find your equilibrium when traumatizing situations occur. Learn strategies to find balance in the midst of uncertainty. All programming will be provided via WebEx or […]

Zumba Kids

Join VBSC for a fun, interactive way to increase connection with your child, engage in self-expression, reduce feeling of stress, practice mindfulness, and engage in purposeful movement that promotes physical […]

Forum

We want to hear from you! Join a member of the VBSC staff in a time to provide feedback and share your ideas for programs/topics you would like to be offered […]

Yoga

Through pranayama (breath work) and asana (movement) learn to activate the parasympathetic nervous system to calm the mind, reduce feelings of anxiety, and reduce stress while increasing flexibility, muscle strength, […]

Aromatherapy: A Part of Self-Care

Examining the connection between aromatherapy and self-care plan/actions for daily routines and sleep hygiene. All programming will be provided via WebEx or Zoom platforms.  Registration is required prior to being […]

Creating Healthy Boundaries in the Workplace

Most individuals spend the majority of their day at work. Creating boundaries in the workplace is critical for mental health and work productivity. Learn how to create and implement boundaries […]

Coping with Traumatic Grief

When events happen suddenly and unexpectedly it can impact you physically, socially, mentally, and spiritually, even if you are not personally involved. It can result in strong feelings of anger, […]

Information Session: PTSD

Increase understanding of Post-Traumatic Disorder (PTSD), learn to recognize symptoms, learn coping strategies, and explore treatment options. All programming will be provided via WebEx or Zoom platforms.  Registration is required […]