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.

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 […]

Chair Yoga for Chronic Pain, Stress Relief & Restlessness

*Hosted by yoga instructor Amanda Hamp When we use yoga for managing chronic pain & stress, the goal is to quiet the nervous system and the mind. So using a chair is not just a practice for those with injuries or mobility issues (although it is perfect for these students); it’s a route to more […]

Trauma and Faith: Before, During, After & Now

A virtual discussion facilitated by the VBPD Chaplain Supervisor, Steve Gray about the impact of trauma on our spiritual selves. Chaplain Gray is a veteran first responder and was part of the VA-TF2 at the Oklahoma City Bombings and a VBPD Chaplain responding to the 5-31 tragedy. Chaplain Gray will be available for individuals desiring […]

NAMI Family-to-Family Education Class

Transcript: A series of 8 free weekly classes structured to help family members, partners and significant others understand and support individuals living with mental illness while maintaining their own well-being. NAMI Family-to-Family not only provides information and strategies for taking care of the person you love, but you'll also find out that you're not alone. […]

NAMI Peer-to-Peer Class

Transcript: Every Wednesday | April 14th - June 2nd | 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Held Online via Zoom NAMI Peer-to-Peer is a free, eight-session educational program for adults with mental health conditions who are looking to better understand themselves and their recovery. Taught by trained leaders with lived experience, this program includes activities, discussions and […]

NAMI Family-to-Family Education Class

Transcript: A series of 8 free weekly classes structured to help family members, partners and significant others understand and support individuals living with mental illness while maintaining their own well-being. NAMI Family-to-Family not only provides information and strategies for taking care of the person you love, but you'll also find out that you're not alone. […]

The Healthy You Series: Building a Support System

Healthy and positive connections are an important part of living. When these connections are lost, loneliness is often a result. Learn the importance of a positive support system while, creating plan to designed to help you develop positive support systems in all areas of your life. **This class is for those who were directly impacted […]

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 […]

Heather Martin: Life After Columbine

**DUE TO COVID PRECAUTIONS, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO ATTENDING THIS EVENT. This program will be provided in-person at the VB Strong Center. Please join us at the VB Strong Center for an in-person viewing of a previously recorded guest speaker, Heather Martin,  as she shares her journey in the aftermath of the shootings. During […]

NAMI Family-to-Family Education Class

Transcript: A series of 8 free weekly classes structured to help family members, partners and significant others understand and support individuals living with mental illness while maintaining their own well-being. NAMI Family-to-Family not only provides information and strategies for taking care of the person you love, but you'll also find out that you're not alone. […]