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.

What the Health: Women’s Health

VBSC invites you to participate in virtual session for women to explore health. This psychoeducational class is sponsored by the VB Strong Center in collaboration with Diya Holistic Life Care. Come and participate in a discussion for an exploration of health in the lens of being a woman. In this session, examine the context of […]

Sewing 101: Free Session

This event is NOT in affiliation with the VB Strong Center. VBSC is NOT the host of this event. About this event Learn the basics of using a sewing machine and work towards earning your Sewing Badge while making a drawstring bag. Supplies will be provided. Multiple Dates available Registration required at the following link. Click Here to View […]

NAMI Presents: Free Family Support Group

This event is NOT in affiliation with the VB Strong Center. VBSC is NOT the host of this event. The National Alliance on Mental Illness “NAMI” Coastal Virginia is offering a Family Support Group: Free Mental Health Support Group for Family and Friends When: 2nd & 4th Wednesdays * 7:00pm to 8:30pm Where: Sentara Leigh Hospital 830 Kempsville Rd., […]

Strategies for Efficient Time-Management

VBSC invites you to participate in a discussion to explore ways trauma survivors can support their healing outside of therapy. Please join the VB Strong Center for a discussion on Strategies for Efficient Time-Management.  Effective time-management skills not only increase productivity and focus, but also lowers stress. Learn strategies to create structure and organization in […]

Wellness Wednesdays Mindfulness Sessions: Recurring 1st & 3rd Wednesdays

This event is NOT in affiliation with the VB Strong Center. VBSC is NOT the host of this event. About this event:  Wellness Wednesdays Mindfulness Sessions: Recurring 1st & 3rd Wednesdays FREE Virtual Drop-In Mindfulness Sessions: These sessions are for the First and Third Wednesdays of the month only. These mindfulness sessions are great additions to interpersonal work and […]

Discussion of Plant Based Lifestyle: How can I Possibly Eat Well?

VBSC invites you to participate in a psychoeducational class designed to provide information, support, and resources to improve your overall health. This psychoeducational class is sponsored by the VB Strong Center in collaboration with Diya Holistic Life Care. It can be difficult to make transitions in our eating patterns. Evidence based research informs us that […]

NAMI Presents: Free Family Support Group

This event is NOT in affiliation with the VB Strong Center. VBSC is NOT the host of this event. The National Alliance on Mental Illness “NAMI” Coastal Virginia is offering a Family Support Group: Free Mental Health Support Group for Family and Friends When: 2nd & 4th Wednesdays * 7:00pm to 8:30pm Where: Sentara Leigh Hospital 830 Kempsville Rd., […]

Mindfulness for Stress Reduction – A Free Workshop for your Mental Wellness

This event is NOT in affiliation with the VB Strong Center. VBSC is NOT the host of this event. About this event:  Mindfulness For Stress Reduction - A Free Workshop for your Mental Wellness Stress taking over your life? Join our Mindfulness workshop to learn simple techniques that can help you find peace in the chaos. Are you tired […]

Improving Sleep Hygiene

VBSC invites you to participate in a discussion to explore ways trauma survivors can support their healing outside of therapy. Please join the VB Strong Center for a discussion on Improving sleep hygiene. Good sleep habits improve well-being, promotes mental clarity, and increases productivity. Class attendees are encouraged to create an individualized sleep hygiene plan […]

Mindfulness Moment Session: Take a Moment to Embrace Mental Health Wellness

VBSC invites you to participate and drop-in for information, support, and resources to improve your overall health. This psychoeducational class is sponsored by the VB Strong Center in collaboration with Diya Holistic Life Care. Research has shown mindfulness is a reliable method for reducing stress, including at work. This session is a time to come […]

Wellness Wednesdays Mindfulness Sessions: Recurring 1st & 3rd Wednesdays

This event is NOT in affiliation with the VB Strong Center. VBSC is NOT the host of this event. About this event:  Wellness Wednesdays Mindfulness Sessions: Recurring 1st & 3rd Wednesdays FREE Virtual Drop-In Mindfulness Sessions: These sessions are for the First and Third Wednesdays of the month only. These mindfulness sessions are great additions to interpersonal work and […]

“5/31 Heals Support Group

The VB Strong Center in partnership with Sentara Healthcare and in collaboration with Catholic Charities presents: 5/31 Heals Support Group! 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 email. Registration is […]