Hi Friends, Our August meeting is next week. Our very own Clarence Wong has volunteered to present on navigating the digital world (details below). We hope you can join us! We had originally planned to discuss insurance information for open enrollment. We found the Patient Advocate Foundation to be a wonderful resource for insurance-based questions. The have offerings on Medicare, Insurance Enrollment, Insurance Benefits, and Insurance Communication. August Meeting Tuesday, August 11th,...
23 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Friends, Our July meeting is tomorrow. Brain Injury Services will be presenting on their programs (details below). We hope you can join us! July Meeting Tuesday, July 14th, 5:30-7:00 pm VHC Health Outpatient Pavilion - Garden Level Conference Room 1851 N. George Mason Dr. Arlington, VA 22207 Programs and Services offered by Brain Injury Services During this presentation, you'll learn about the services we offer, including case management, mental health counseling, occupational therapy,...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hi Friends, Our July meeting is in one week. Brain Injury Services will be presenting on their programs (details below). We hope you can join us! July Meeting Tuesday, July 14th, 5:30-7:00 pm VHC Health Outpatient Pavilion - Garden Level Conference Room 1851 N. George Mason Dr. Arlington, VA 22207 Programs and Services offered by Brain Injury Services During this presentation, you'll learn about the services we offer, including case management, mental health counseling, occupational therapy,...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Friends, We had a wonderful time sharing "Gadgets and Gizmos" at our meeting last week. Special thanks to Rich and Gie, who provided the majority of the content. A summary of the devices and tools shared is below. For our July meeting, Brain Injury Services will be presenting on their programs. More details to come! Gadgets & Gizmos Cognitive/Fine Motor Skills Large Print Stroke Recovery Activity Book Story Cues: Skilled Sequence Cards - vocabulary, sentences, critical thinking Medical...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Friends, For our next stroke survivors group meeting, we are hosting a "Gadgets and Gizmos" Show-and-Tell. Do you have a favorite gadget or trick that makes your daily routine easier? We want to see it! What to bring: An item, tool, or device that has been a game-changer for your recovery or everyday activities. What to expect: A fun, casual, and supportive environment to share your favorite finds, swap practical tips, and learn what has worked well for others. June Meeting Tuesday, June...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Friends, For our next stroke survivors group meeting, we are hosting a "Gadgets and Gizmos" Show-and-Tell. Do you have a favorite gadget or trick that makes your daily routine easier? We want to see it! What to bring: An item, tool, or device that has been a game-changer for your recovery or everyday activities. What to expect: A fun, casual, and supportive environment to share your favorite finds, swap practical tips, and learn what has worked well for others. June Meeting Tuesday, June...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Friends, Our May Meeting is Tuesday, May 12th! It will be a casual potluck event where we can get to know each other better. You will have the opportunity to interact with therapists from the acute care, inpatient rehab (IRC), and outpatient settings. Sandy and Caroline have a conflict that evening and Melissa is in the midst of graduation season with many school activities, so the usual crew will not be there. It will be a great opportunity to meet more of the VHC Health team! May Meeting...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Friends, Our May Meeting is Tuesday, May 12th! It will be a casual potluck event where we can get to know each other better. May Meeting - Spring Picnic Tuesday, May 12th, 5:30-7:00 pm VHC Health Outpatient Pavilion - Sunken GardenRain location: Garden Level Conference Room 1851 N. George Mason Dr. Arlington, VA 22207 RSVP and sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E49ABAC23AAFCC61-63797427-vhcstroke Directions Parking: Use Entrance #2 to park in the Zone E (Purple) Garage. The...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Friends, Our April Meeting is tomorrow! We have invited representatives from Kandu (formerly Neurolutions) to share the "Ipsi Hand," an exciting new technology, with you. Read on for more information! Neurolutions | The Latest Breakthrough in Stroke Recovery April Meeting - Ipsi Hand Tuesday, April 14th, 5:30-7:00 pm VHC Health Outpatient Pavilion - Garden Level Conference Room 1851 N. George Mason Dr. Arlington, VA 22207 Discover a New Approach to Stroke Recovery Kandu, Inc. will join us...
4 months ago • 1 min read