Company Profile
Sheltering Arms Physical Rehabilitation Centers
Company Overview
Providing Care of The Highest Quality
Sheltering Arms provides care of the highest quality, with every decision made according to what is best for you. When you come to Sheltering Arms, you can rest assured that you have made the right choice for your healthcare and your future.
•Treatment is guided by the latest research in rehabilitation care.
•We are a leader in the use of groundbreaking rehabilitation technology to help you recover as fully and efficiently as possible.
•You and your family will work with the rehabilitation team to develop goals and recovery plans to meet your specific needs.
•Sheltering Arms & Sheltering Arms Institute employs the greatest number of licensed therapists, rehab nurses and rehab physicians in Central Virginia, resulting in the most years of experience working with patients requiring intensive rehabilitation.
•On average, patients at Sheltering Arms Institute achieve higher levels of independence, do so faster, and are more likely to return home than at other physical rehabilitation hospitals in the region and nation.
At Sheltering Arms, the focus is on getting you back to doing the things you love. Learn more about all of our physical rehabilitation services, the conditions we treat, and our fitness & wellness programs by going to our website: www.shelteringarms.com.
Company History
Sheltering Arms Hospital
More than a century ago, Sheltering Arms began as the vision of a young woman named Rebekah Peterkin who made it her mission to help working families in Richmond, VA who could not afford to pay for healthcare. On February 13, 1889, with the help of her sewing circle and a few friends, she realized her dream in the form of a free acute hospital – Sheltering Arms Hospital.
Though Ms. Peterkin died two years later, her friends remained committed to her dream. Local physicians and nurses gave their time to see patients and an executive Board of ladies devoted their hearts and their time to keeping it running. They sought funds and supplies from those who could spare them, and made the hospital’s first blankets by sewing newspapers inside cotton covers.
By 1894, Sheltering Arms moved to Clay Street and this institution of caring was firmly established in Richmond. Over the years, thousands of people who could not afford to be sick were nursed back to health at Sheltering Arms.
Continually looking for ways to meet the healthcare needs of the community, the Sheltering Arms leadership Boards began to scrutinize the healthcare environment of the late 1970s. With other acute care hospitals emerging to serve the community, Sheltering Arms discovered an unmet need and made the decision to specialize in physical rehabilitation.
In January of 1981, Sheltering Arms became the first private free standing physical rehabilitation hospital in Virginia. Though our specialty changed, our dedication to helping patients in financial need continued. Today, Sheltering Arms remains as unique as our history. Offering a full continuum of rehabilitation and health and wellness services, with state-of-the-science technologies, evidence-based recovery programs, expert staff and modern facilities, we stay committed to helping all patients find the power to overcome the obstacles of injury and illness.
Sheltering Arms’ 130th Anniversary
Founded on February 13th 1889, Sheltering Arms was originally run entirely by volunteers. Local doctors and nurses gave their time to care for patients while funds and supplies were sought from the public. The organization thrived under its all-woman leadership, and the hospital quickly outgrew its location.
By 1894 the free hospital moved to Clay Street, near what is now VCU. Here they cemented themselves as a fixture of the community. Patients traveled from all over Virginia to receive the best care possible. The Clay Street location served the community for over 70 years until the organization expanded and built a new hospital north of its original location.
Continually searching for ways to better serve the healthcare needs of the community, in 1981 Sheltering Arms became the first free-standing physical rehabilitation hospital in Virginia. Today, the organization is nationally recognized as a leader in physical rehabilitation.
Notable Accomplishments / Recognition
A century-old legacy, leading-edge technologies and a dedicated team of individuals with advanced certifications and specialized training position us to offer physical rehabilitation care that patients can count on to get them through to recovery.
Our people inspire our patients to find the Power to Overcome every day.
What inspires you?
Growth & Development
Sheltering Arms supports the lifelong learner. Opportunities for development include:
•A robust Staff Development Program that empowers team members to attend conferences, workshops and continuing education courses to enhance learning and enable career growth.
•Leadership Workshops that provide development opportunities for aspiring managers.
At Sheltering Arms, not only do we encourage the pursuit of advanced certifications and lifelong learning, supporting the growth of our team members is an annual goal and commitment of our leadership.
Everything Matters
What does the Power to Overcome look like to a team member at Sheltering Arms?
Courtesy Behaviors, developed by our team members, drive our interactions with each other and our patients. These behaviors foster a culture where our teammates support each other and provide exceptional customer service to our patients.
We strive to provide the highest caliber clinical care and customer service.