Central Virginia Post-Polio Support Group

PPS Clinic

If you are experiencing any post-polio symptoms such as unaccustomed fatigue - either rapid muscle tiring or a feeling of total body exhaustion; new weakness in muscles, both those originally affected and those seemingly unaffected; pain in muscles and/or joints; sleep problems; breathing or swallowing problems or decreased ability to tolerate cold temperatures and your primary care physician cannot find any other cause, you may want to be evaluated by a Post-Polio Specialist. We, in central Virginia, are fortunate to have a Post-Polio Clinic at Sheltering Arms Hospital, 2805 West Broad St., Richmond. The Director of the PPS Clinic is Dr. Albert Jones. Information can be given by calling: 804-764-1001.

Support the CVPPSG

The Central Virginia Post- Polio Support Group is a non-profit organization that relies on donations from its membership and the community to continue its work. All contributions are tax deductible to the extent provided by law. We appreciate your help.

Donations should be made out to the Central Virginia Post-Polio Support Group (CVPPSG) and mailed to: Linda VanAken, 14606 Talleywood Ct., Chester, VA 23831

February 6th Meeting

2:00 pm at Children's Hospital, 2924 Brook Road, Richmond

Remember to come at 1:30 for refreshments and social time!! Cookies provided – bring your own beverage.

An Afternoon of Dialogue
with Kenn Shirley

Kenn is currently working on his Master’s in Rehabilitation Counseling at VCU. Kenn will share his personal experience of growing up in a household with an older sister who had polio when she was three and he was one. He will then ask you to share with him your experiences with your families.

March 6th Meeting

2:00 pm at Children's Hospital, 2924 Brook Road, Richmond

Remember to come at 1:30 for refreshments and social time!! Cookies provided – bring your own beverage.

General Meeting

An overview of future retreats and membership involvement in planning the retreats.

Mid Month Lunches

Thursday, February 18, 2010
Mid-Month Lunch at 11:30. We will have lunch at Firebirds Wood Fired Grill, 11800 W. Broad Street in the Short Pump Shopping Center, phone: 364-9744 (located in the back near Dick’s Sporting Goods). For a reservation, call Bev Lordi at 569-4232.

Thursday, March 18, 2010
Mid-Month Lunch at 11:30. We will have lunch at Cheeburger Cheeburger, 11615 Midlothian Turnpike, phone: 379-0829 (located at Courthouse Road & Midlothian near Bed, Bath and Beyond). For a reservation, call Bev Lordi at 569-4232.

Our Support Group

The Central Virginia Post Polio Support Group was organized in 1986. Our group meets regularly to offer support, provide meaningful education and encourage advocacy for those survivors of polio who are now experiencing Post Polio Syndrome (PPS) and the medical community. Our members strive to help others in seeking an appropriate diagnosis, finding effective treatments, and assisting with necessary life style changes despite the increase of limitations caused by PPS. Spouses, family and friends of those with PPS are equal members and partners in our group. In addition to expert speakers and the sharing of knowledge, we often enjoy social events among our many activities. Our group attempts to be a supportive and caring community to anyone affected by the pain, weakness, fatigue and grief of PPS.