Upcoming Events
Hello SVAND Members!
I am honored to be your president for the 2020/21. Needless to say, 2020 has been a challenging year for all of us. We are working hard to provide virtual events and engaging content to our members, and have several events planned for this fall.
We are hosting an online Yoga Class on September 26th. Our goal is to bring some calm and serenity amid the negativity and heaviness of current daily events. Learn a few techniques to use for self care and recognize when to refer a client/patient to a yoga teacher. Be on a lookout for an email with more information and a Zoom link.
Unfortunately, we cannot get together in local breweries and wineries - some of our favorite spots to connect and enjoy each other's company. BUT, that should not and will not stop us from building a strong community of local dietitians. Please join us on October 7 at 7 pm for a ZOOM HAPPY HOUR. Grab your favorite beverage and let's talk about how COVID has impacted our jobs ad our lives. Are you working from home? How is that working out? Have you been working in a clinical setting under masks and face shields? Let's get together to share our experiences and be there for each other!
Fall Meeting planning is underway. Working topic: Food Allergies. The meeting will be virtual and will be held in the second half of October. We will be emailing more information within the next few weeks. Please reach out and let us know which topics would you like to see covered in the future meetings.
COVID has forced us to change the way we do things. That much is undeniable. However, let's try to make the most of the so called "new normal". SVAND is a diverse and geographically large and disperse group. We don't have to travel for virtual meetings or social gatherings. Find the quiet spot in your home and join us this year in the many events we have planned for you.
Please reach out with any ideas for social engagement. We are here to support you.
I am looking forward to serving as your president this year,
Maja Hickman MS, RDN
SVAND President 2020-2021
RDN Day Event
Date: Wednesday, March 11th 2020
Time: 6:00-8:30 pm
Location: The Palisades Restaurant, Eggleston, VA
Wine Wednesday / Legislative Day Recap
Date: Wednesday, February 26th 2020
Time: 5:30-7:00 pm
Location: Whitebarrel Wine and Tapas Bar, Blacksburg, VA
VAND Legislative Day
Date: Wednesday, February 19th 2020
Time: 8:30 am - 4pm
Location: Richmond, VA
Journal Club Brunch
Date: Sunday, January 19th 2020
Time: 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Location: 419 West, Roanoke, VA
November Member Meeting - Joint MRADE / SVAND Meeting
Date: Thursday, November 7th 2019
Time: 5:30-8:00pm, program to start at 6:00 pm
Location: Carilion Clinic Rehabiliation Auditorium, Roanoke, VA
For presentation slides, please click here
A recording of the workshop is available for purchase and CPE credit!
October Member Meeting - Emerging Issues in Extended Care
Date: Wednesday, October 2nd 2019
Time: 5:30-7:00 pm, program to start at 6:00 pm
Location: Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine, Blacksburg, VA
For presentation slides, please click here
Fall Kickoff Networking / Social
Date: Thursday, September 12th 2019
Time: 6:00-8:30 pm
Location: Eastern Divide Brewery, Blacksburg, VA
Recent Events
Yoga for Pain Management
Date: Saturday, September 26th 2020
Time: 10:00-11:00 am
Location: Virtual -- Zoom Link to be provided via email prior to event
Click here for more information.
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Zoom Happy Hour
Date: Wednesday, October 7th 2020
Time: 7:00-8:00 pm
Location: Virtual -- Zoom Link to be provided via email prior to event
Fall Member Meeting
Date: October 2020 TBD
Time: TBD
Location: Virtual -- Zoom Link to be provided via email prior to event
Winter Member Meeting -- Eating Disorder Expert Panel
Date: December 2020 TBD
Time: TBD
Location: Virtual -- Zoom Link to be provided via email prior to event
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