Our Mission
our-mission
To expand and enhance the existing services to individuals, families and professionals impacted by an eating disorder in the State of Virginia. Stay Strong Virginia raises awareness, educates and provides direct support with respect and empathy.

Stay Strong Virginia currently offers

To Caregivers

  • Support groups
  • E-newsletters
  • Book chats
  • Informal meet-ups
  • A mobile lending library

To Treatment Providers

  • Liaison services
  • Quarterly events
  • Marketing
  • Educational brochures

To Communities

  • Lunch-n-learn opportunities
  • Quarterly events
  • Educational sessions
  • Presentations and exhibits
  • Nonprofit partnering
  • Educational brochures and literature

To School Systems

  • Staff development opportunities
  • iLearn opportunities
  • Educational brochures and literature
  • School sponsored club supports
  • NEDA rallies
  • Consultation services

Board Members
Trish Wilkins, MS, RD
Private Practice, Prevention and Treatment of Eating Disorders

Karen Hall, LPC
Professional Outreach Coordinator, Timberline Knolls
Private Practice, Prevention and Treatment of Eating Disorders

Lelia N. Martin
Executive Director, The Bar Association of the City of Richmond

Tracy Cornatzer
Sales Manager, Virginia Farm Bureau

Cathy Butchter
Traffic Coordinator, Evonik Corp.

Beth Ayn Stansfield, MEd
Administrator, Intensive Day Program for Chesterfield County
Public Schools
Founder of Stay Strong Virginia