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.

Sip as You Pour: Self-care & Well-being Tips for Daily Living

*Hosted by Jan Weintraub, longtime resident of Virginia Beach with over 20 years of experience working with individuals and families as a school counselor. Now more than ever, it’s important to have a collection of skills to support personal well-being. This interactive session will introduce some simple and easy ways to take care of oneself […]

Navigating Challenging Emotions

Strong emotions can be overwhelming to experience and can result in suppression of feelings. Learn how to sit with challenging emotions while making optimal decisions and strengthening your relationship with yourself and others. All programming will be provided via WebEx or Zoom platforms.  Registration is required prior to being provided the log in information. Click […]

Yoga for Anxiety & Insomnia

This form of practice is especially good for those experiencing restlessness, frazzled nerves, depletion in energy, lack of sleep, feelings of tension & stress. All programming will be provided via WebEx or Zoom platforms.  Registration is required prior to being provided the log in information. Click HERE to register now! NEW PARTICIPANTS: If you have […]

Reflection of Self: Understanding Emotional Intelligence

Define emotional intelligence and what it means to be emotionally intelligent. Explore the benefits of having emotional intelligence while also examining the risk factors associated with a lack of emotional intelligence. Learn how to read the room by exploring tips to help develop emotional intelligence. All programming will be provided via WebEx or Zoom platforms.  […]

Expressive Arts Class: Positivity Jars

Join the VB Strong Center in an online art session! We will be creating positivity jars while using this activity to explore positive thinking about how you can implement positive affirmations throughout your daily routines. After confirming your registration, please drop by the VB Strong Center during one of these times to pick up your […]

Expressive Arts Class: Positivity Jars

Join the VB Strong Center in an online art session! We will be creating positivity jars while using this activity to explore positive thinking about how you can implement positive affirmations throughout your daily routines. After confirming your registration, please drop by the VB Strong Center during one of these times to pick up your […]

Expressive Arts Class: Snow Globes

Join the VB Strong Center in an online art session! Join us in this activity of mindfulness as we teach you how to create your very own snow globe that you can place at your workspace to serve as a reminder to stop, breathe, and reflect on gratitude. After confirming your registration, please drop by […]

How Do I Get to Know My Insurance Benefits?

*Hosted by Yvette Yates, Wellness Coordinator for the VB Strong Center Feeling overwhelmed trying to figure out your health coverage and bills? Spend time with Yvette in understanding your insurance benefits, deductibles, copays, & billing statements that will help you to advocate for your mental and physical wellness. Time will be allotted for a Q&A. […]

Expressive Arts Class: Snow Globes

Join the VB Strong Center in an online art session! Join us in this activity of mindfulness as we teach you how to create your very own snow globe that you can place at your workspace to serve as a reminder to stop, breathe, and reflect on gratitude. After confirming your registration, please drop by […]

Yoga for Chronic Pain & Stress

This form of practice is helpful for those experiencing joint & back pain, overwhelming stress, inflammation, Auto-Immune Disorders, digestive issues/IBS. All programming will be provided via WebEx or Zoom platforms.  Registration is required prior to being provided the log in information. Click HERE to register now! NEW PARTICIPANTS: If you have not already participated in […]

Making Mindful Connections

*Hosted by Jan Weintraub, longtime resident of Virginia Beach with over 20 years of experience working with individuals and families as a school counselor. While individual variations exist, connecting to others is a basic human need. Join the VBSC as we explore ways to communicate and act with intention in order to form and maintain […]

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 to increase relaxation and optimize restful and restorative sleep. All programming will be provided via WebEx or Zoom platforms.  Registration is required prior to being provided the log in information. Click HERE to […]