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 […]
The Healthy You Series: The Connection Between Healing and Forgiving
Explore how forgiving for oneself can positivity impact the healing process. All programming will be provided via WebEx or Zoom platforms. Registration is required prior to being provided the log […]
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: Tips for Seeking Meaning and Purpose in Life
Although life purpose is different for everyone, it influences behaviors and goals. Lack of purpose of meaning often results in feeling stuck. Explore tips to help you find meaning, purpose […]
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 […]