Sheltering Arms Institute

11/13/2025

High blood pressure is a common health concern that can affect your heart, arteries, and overall well-being. From choosing the right foods to adopting healthy habits, learn how to lower your risk and keep your blood pressure in a healthy range.

High blood pressure is a common health concern that can affect your heart and overall well-being. From choosing the right foods to adopting healthy habits, learn how to lower your risk and keep your blood pressure in a healthy range.

11/12/2025

Reunited with the people and the place that helped shape his recovery!

Last year, Leon experienced a brain injury after crashing his car due to a stroke while driving. Following a successful shunt surgery, he began his rehabilitation journey at Sheltering Arms Institute, where our team worked alongside him every step of the way.

A year later, Leon returned to thank his care team in person and show just how far he’s come. His strength, determination, and gratitude remind us why we do what we do.

Congratulations on your incredible recovery, Leon!

11/11/2025

On this Veterans Day, we honor the bravery and sacrifice of all who have served, including the many veterans who are part of our team. As an organization, we are proud to stand alongside the Central Virginia VA Health Care System, collaborating to advance research, improve care, and make a lasting difference in the lives of our nation’s heroes. If you see a team member wearing this pin, be sure to thank them for their service! 🇺🇸

11/10/2025

Attention all occupational therapists and speech-language pathologists! 📣 If you’re searching for your next career opportunity to join Virginia’s best physical rehab provider, look no further!

Sheltering Arms Institute is currently hiring for the following positions:
• Inpatient Occupational Therapist
• Outpatient Occupational Therapist
• Inpatient Speech-Language Pathologist (PRN)

In addition to making a difference in the lives of our patients and their caregivers, you’ll have great benefits and competitive compensation in a positive and supportive environment that fosters innovation and incorporates the latest research & interventions into patient care.

Visit https://bit.ly/4hW9skD to check out these listings and apply today!

11/07/2025

Congratulations to our awesome team members who presented at the 102nd ACRM - American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine Fall Conference & Expo in Chicago, IL. Thank you for representing Sheltering Arms Institute on a national platform!

11/05/2025

November is National Family Caregiver Month! Caregiving plays a vital role in the healing and recovery process. Learn how Sheltering Arms Institute and our community partners can help caregivers find the support, resources, and connection they need to care for themselves while caring for others.

https://shelteringarmsinstitute.com/rehablogs/caring-for-the-caregiver/

Caregiving plays a vital role in the healing and recovery process. Learn how Sheltering Arms Institute and community partners can help caregivers find the support, resources, and connection they need to care for themselves while caring for others.

11/04/2025

After a work injury resulted in two herniated discs, a severe foot drop, and intense nerve pain, even walking short distances became a challenge for Robert. Following a double laminectomy, he turned to Sheltering Arms Institute for physical therapy — returning to a place he trusted from previous experience.

During his recovery, Robert learned about our Industrial Rehabilitation outpatient program, designed specifically for individuals injured on the job. He began the program in May with clear goals: to safely lift again, improve his body mechanics and core stability, and regain his overall strength.

“I learned a ton about body mechanics and physiology,” Robert shared. “Working with Jen and Gabbie was really great. It was amazing to have guidance every session.”

Through his hard work and dedication, Robert grew stronger, lost weight, increased his walking endurance, and overall feels better than ever. Today, he’s back to work!

If you or a loved one are interested in our Industrial Rehabilitation Services, visit https://shelteringarmsinstitute.com/conditions-and-services/work-injury-therapy to learn more or request an appointment.

11/03/2025

A huge congratulations to our incredible Sheltering Arms Institute team members who delivered outstanding presentations and received well-deserved recognition at APTA Virginia - formerly VPTA’s Fall Summit! We’re so proud to have such passionate and dedicated physical therapists on our team. 👏

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from Sheltering Arms Institute! 🎃👻 Our team brought the spooky spirit to life with some seriously creative costumes and pumpkin decorating, and we had a blast celebrating together. Swipe through to see a few of our frightfully festive looks! 🕸️🕷️🧙‍♀️🍬

10/30/2025

Conference season continues! 🍂🤝📊 Our team had a great time at the annual American Medical Rehabilitation Providers Association (AMRPA) Educational Conference & Expo in Philadelphia representing Sheltering Arms Institute and Sheltering Arms Foundation, networking with and learning from other leaders in the field of physical rehab, and presenting our knowledge and expertise across multiple disciplines, including:

• Sweat Club: Where Rehab Gets Intense (And Naps Are Earned!)
• “Alexa, join the rehab team!” Integration of Voice Assistant Technology in a Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation Unit
• Sheltering Arms Institute’s Margin of Excellence
• Building Loyalty and Tracking Success: How Patient Reunion Events Drive Return Business & Long-Term Outcomes
• Cost Measurement in Inpatient Rehabilitation: Development of a Model to Drive Value Recognition

10/29/2025

Trick-or-treat! 🎃 Think you can guess how many Hershey’s Kisses our chef poured into the container? 🍫 Comment your guess below by 12 p.m. on Halloween. The closest guess across all of our social media channels will win a $25 Amazon gift card! 👻

10/28/2025

Unsure whether to use heat or ice for pain or swelling? Choosing the right therapy can help relieve discomfort and promote healing. Learn when to apply cold or heat to get the best results.

Experiencing pain or swelling, but unsure if you should reach for an ice pack or heating pad? Learn when to apply cold or heat to find relief.