Whole Health at Central Virginia VA Health Care System
Discover What Matters to You with Whole Health at the Central Virginia VA Health Care System. Whole Health is a cutting-edge approach to care that supports your health and well-being. Whole Health centers around what matters to you, not what is the matter with you. This means your healthcare team will get to know you as a person before working with you to develop a personalized health care plan based on your values, needs, and goals.
Introduction to Whole Health
During the Introduction to Whole Health class, Veterans learn more about the Whole Health approach to care, the concepts behind Whole Health living, and complete a Personal Health Inventory.
You can download the complete Personal Health Inventory before you even step into the classroom! Scroll to the bottom of this page to view and download the Personal Health Inventory document. To sign up for the one-time Introduction to Whole Health class, please call
Individual Health and Wellness Coaching
Whole Health Coaching is all about discovering what matters to you and encourages you to as the following questions:
- Why do I want my health?
- What do I live for?
- What truly brings me joy.
30- 60 minute sessions are available in-person or virtual appointments. Group coaching is also available.
Health & Wellness Coaching may support Veterans who:
- Wants to improve their health: manage blood sugar. blood pressure, weight, nutrition, sleep and stress.
- Seek a guiding partner to support what matters to you and your health & wellbeing.
- Desire support and accountability to make lifestyle changes.
Wellness Programs
Mindful Living Group
Offers opportunities to practice mindfulness and encourage veterans to crate healthy habits to enhance wellness.
(Virtual)
Nutrition Coaching Group
Learn daily eating habits to feel better. Improve sleep, think clearer, move easier and support better gut health.
(Virtual)
Taking Charge of Your Life
For Veterans who want to work on health goals and prefer a group/peer support format.
(Virtual or In Person)
Meditation Group
Reduce stress and center the mind through meditation practice.
(Virtual)
Clinical Hypnosis
Use focused attention to encourage positive healing responses in the mind and body.
(Virtual or In Person)
Rest and Recharge
Learn about the stress response, and practice skills to unwind, recharge, and sleep better.
(Virtual)
Music and Movement (Seated Fitness Flow)
For Veterans interested in a fun, action- packed, chair-based dance fitness routine that incorporates activities of daily living into all the movements.
(In Person)
Tai-Chi
For Veteran who want to practice a mind-body exercise that helps with relaxation, focus, and mood.
(Virtual or In Person)
Guided Imagery for Relaxation Group
Calm your mind and stimulate your body's natural relaxation response with this guided multi-sensory practice for relaxation and peace of mind.
(Virtual)
Yoga
Classes will include building strength in the core, balance in the body, as well as increasing flexibility and range of motion, while connecting and calming your mind, body, and breath for overall wellbeing.
(Virtual)
Women Veterans Gratitude Group
Research studies suggested that people who practice gratitude have lower blood pressure, engage in more physical activity and eat healthier. Gratitude may improve sleep and lessen depression and anxiety. Women Veterans join us in cultivating gratitude to improve health and well-being.
(In-Person)
Connect with Whole Health at Central Virginia
Contact us to enroll in our services. All Wellness Programs are self-referral. Please call our number to set up an appointment.
Phone: 804-675-6870 (Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM)
Location:
Richmond VAMC Campus
Whole Health & Veterans Wellness Center
Building 507-E
1201 Broad Rock Boulevard
Richmond, VA 23249-4915
Fredericksburg HCC Campus
Second Floor, 2A
10432 Patriot Highway
Fredericksburg, VA 22408-2628