To register for any event, please call 757-507-7200 or email vbstrongcenter@sentara.com.
Yoga
* Hosted by yoga instructor Amanda Hamp Join us for a movement & guided meditation to start your Wednesday morning with a positive foundation. We will start with 40 minutes of asana (movement) and pranayama (breathwork) to burn off the restless energy, anxiety & stress you may have. Then we will dive deep into guided […]
Latin Line Dancing
**This program will be provided in-person at the VB Strong Center. Registration is required prior to attending the class. Looking to make a new connection or reconnect with peers? Join the Virginia Beach Strong Center for an evening of Latin line dancing to reconnect with old friends, make new friends, reduce stress, and improve your […]
Paint & Process
**This class is for those who were directly impacted by the events of 5/31/2019. If you are unsure whether you qualify for this class, please call us at 757-507-7200 or email via vbstrongcenter@sentara.com. Creating art helps to reduce stress, increases mindfulness, and gives expression too hard to communicate thoughts and feelings. Participants will create an […]
Information Session: Survivors Guilt
**This class is for those who were directly impacted by the events of 5/31/2019. If you are unsure whether you qualify for this class, please call us at 757-507-7200 or email via vbstrongcenter@sentara.com. Increase understanding of this common reaction to traumatic events. Learn the symptoms, factors that increase risk of experiencing survivor’s guilt, and strategies […]
Sand Jars
**This class is for those who were directly impacted by the events of 5/31/2019. If you are unsure whether you qualify for this class, please call us at 757-507-7200 or email via vbstrongcenter@sentara.com. Being at the beach can help to relieve stress immediately. Create a sand jar and take the beach with you wherever you […]
NAMI: Women’s Wellness Wednesdays
*Hosted by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Costal Virginia Improve your overall health with quick, easy access to resources, services and conveniences. **This event will be held in-person at 2544 Bainbridge Blvd., Chesapeake, VA 23324
NAMI: Question, Persuade, Refer Virtual Training
*Hosted by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Costal Virginia Learn how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to question, persuade, and refer someone to help. Just as people trained in CPR and the Heimlich Maneuver help save thousands of lives each year, people trained in QPR learn how […]
NAMI: Shatter the Silence: Hope Heals Event
Transcript: REGION 5 CSB PREVENTION COUNCIL & COMMUNITY PARTNERS PRESENT THE 6TH ANNUAL SUICIDE AWARENESS EVENT This year's theme is shining a light on the Hope and Healing in suicide awareness and prevention in our community. This event is open to youth and families. Event includes: Food Activities Raffle Prizes Vendors Much More Virtual Option: […]
NAMI: Question, Persuade, Refer Virtual Training
*Hosted by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Costal Virginia Learn how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to question, persuade, and refer someone to help. Just as people trained in CPR and the Heimlich Maneuver help save thousands of lives each year, people trained in QPR learn how […]
5/31 HEALS SUPPORT GROUP
The VB Strong Center 3388 Princess Anne Road, Suite 2000, Virginia Beach, VA, United StatesThe VB Strong Center in partnership with Catholic Charities presents: 5/31 Heals Support Group! This group will meet in-person bi-weekly for seven weeks. The "5/31 Heals Support Group" is a specific support group designed to assist individuals 18 and up that were directly impacted by 5/31/19. If you are interested please call or send an […]
“5/31 Heals Support Group”
The VB Strong Center 3388 Princess Anne Road, Suite 2000, Virginia Beach, VA, United StatesThe VB Strong Center in partnership with Catholic Charities presents: 5/31 Heals Support Group! This group will meet in-person bi-weekly for seven weeks. The "5/31 Heals Support Group" is a specific support group designed to assist individuals 18 and up that were directly impacted by 5/31/19. If you are interested please call or send an […]
Information Session: How to Empower and Advocate for Yourself!
The VB Strong Center 3388 Princess Anne Road, Suite 2000, Virginia Beach, VA, United StatesTo be powerless involves not having a voice and say. Self-advocacy involves having the ability to speak up for yourself about issues that affect your well-being. Advocating for one’s self improves both self-esteem and confidence. Give yourself back that power by exploring ways to advocate for yourself in any situation. All programming will be provided […]