Join AFA for a chillingly beautiful organ concert brought to you by The Cornell Alumni Association. Enjoy the incredible sounds of the organ on the last day of Halloween weekend! Sit back, relax, and enjoy the concert! This virtual community class will take place on our Facebook page, www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.  Visit the page at the listed […]

Dive into these fun reminiscing activities to celebrate Alzheimer’s Awareness Month. In this week’s Activity Tip, Jackie will show you a few ways you can explore reminiscence with your loved ones. This event will take place on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.

Alzheimer’s disease affects more than 5.8 million Americans right now, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) projects that number to grow to approximately 14 million by 2060. To kick off National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, this webinar will provide information about the warning signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease, the importance of early […]

Join Kristyn Pope, Radio City Rockette, Broadway performer, and choreographer, for a fun-filled virtual musical theater & movement class! In this virtual class, you will learn a piece of choreography set to a familiar Broadway hit. You will use musical theater dance/movement to tell a story, as you work out and have fun! This movement-based […]

Join AFA’s Manager of Therapeutic Programming, Jackie, MS, R-DMT for a barre fitness class! Jackie is a certified barre instructor and Registered Dance-Movement Therapist. Barre is a blend of Pilates, Yoga, and dance that uses isometric movements to lengthen and strengthen various muscles, focusing on thighs, abs, and seat. In this class, participants will use […]

Join Drew Laney, MT-BC for a fun-filled virtual ukulele sing-along. This sing-along will include a variety of familiar tunes that will get you moving and singing along! This virtual community class will take place on our Facebook page, www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.  Visit the page at the listed event date/time to take part. Download the Trivia worksheet here.

Join AFA for Virtual Voyage Wednesday! Every Wednesday evening we will take you on virtual tours around the world from the comfort of home. For tonight's Virtual Voyage Wednesday, we will premiere of a winter greenhouse tour in Ontario, Oregon! Sit back, relax, and enjoy a virtual voyage! This event will take place on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.

It is so important to find time for ourselves and connect from within. Join AFA’s Manager of Therapeutic Programming, Jackie, MS, R-DMT for a relaxing afternoon of meditation! Connect the mind and body through the use of guided mediation and relaxation techniques. This virtual community class will take place on our Facebook page, www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.  Visit […]

Life-Story Snip-Its is a short program presented every Thursday in November & December to spark memories and encourage discussion! Every week, a Vita Story Club facilitator will present a themed story prompt for you to explore independently or share with a loved one. This event will take place on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.

Science is a great way to learn more about the world around you and maybe learn something new. In this weekend’s Activity Tip, Jackie will show you how to make an apple volcano with a few household supplies. This event will take place on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.

Join Horticultural Therapist, Sallie Stutz for a virtual gardening class. In this virtual class, you will learn how to create a mulled spice mix for cider! Let’s bring a little taste of nature into the comfort of home! Supplies: Cinnamon Sticks, Allspice, Nutmeg, Orange or Lemon Peel, Cloves, Cheesecloth or Tea Bags, Kitchen string, Cider […]

Join award-winning Chinese brush painter, Jade Lam for a virtual Chinese Brush Painting class. This class introduces basic concepts and techniques of Chinese brush painting, with a focus on the Chrysanthemum. Supplies: Watercolor, ink, paint brush, color palette or a plate, a cup, rice paper (substitutes may be used) This virtual community class will take […]

Therapeutic rhythm making is a versatile, easily accessible, fun way to reduce stress, boost the immune system and increase socialization! Join Monique & Stephen from SoulWorks Rhythm® for a rhythm-filled and creative music-making experience! In this session, you will discover the Sounds of Sandwiches! (To honor National Sandwich Day that was on Nov 3)! Grab […]

This Wednesday is Veterans' Day. Let’s honor our Veterans with this week’s Activity Tip! Send a care package: operationgratitude.com A letter: amillionthanks.org A card: operationthankyou.org This event will take place on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.

Join Marnie Herlands, MS, ART-BC, LCAT for a virtual art therapy session. During this virtual community art session, you will be led through a brief mindfulness practice and then experiment with printmaking. Mindfulness is a practice which involves being present in the moment and noticing your thoughts and feelings without judging or trying to change […]

To protect the health and safety of participants and staff during the COVID-19 pandemic, this conference will be held virtually over the Internet. Click here to register Conference Agenda 10:00 am – 10:15 am (Mountain Time) Welcome & About AFA  Charles J.  Fuschillo, Jr. President & CEO, Alzheimer’s Foundation of America   10:15 am  – […]

Join AFA’s Manager of Therapeutic Programming, Jackie, MS, R-DMT for a low-impact chair fitness class! This class will target all major muscle groups, while focusing on range of motion, strength, posture, and fun! Wear comfortable/loose fitted clothing and sneakers, and join us for a fun fitness class! No prior fitness experience required. This virtual community […]

Music has this uncanny ability to bring back memories. There’s something about the catchiness of a melody that can truly stay within our soul. In this Virtual Community Class, Antony Ferrara & Friends will perform an original composition and songs from a variety of composers, in this incredible virtual performance. Enjoy this relaxing virtual performance […]

Join AFA for Virtual Voyage Wednesday! Every Wednesday evening, we will take you on virtual tour around the world, from the comfort of home. For this week's Virtual Voyage Wednesday, we will premiere Ski Dubai: A Snow Park in the Desert! You will witness a crazy ski attraction inside the Mall of Emirates. This event […]

This presentation will cover medications that can affect memory and cognition (both adversely and positively), the myths and facts about supplements to improve memory, and general helpful hints on how to manage your medications safely at home.   Click here to register   Guest speaker: Judith L. Beizer, PharmD, BCGP, FASCP, AGSF Clinical Professor Clinical […]

Join AFA’s Manager of Therapeutic Programming, Jackie, MS, R-DMT for a rhythmic and up-lifting virtual dance and movement session! Both in chairs and standing, this 30-minute session incorporates dance and movement to awaken the body and inspire the soul. A variety of props may be used to encourage participants to move the body in different […]

Life-Story Snip-Its is a short program presented every Thursday in November & December to spark memories and encourage discussion! Every week, a Vita Story Club facilitator will present a themed story prompt for you to explore independently or share with a loved one. This event will take place on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.

Coloring can be such a relaxing and rewarding activity. In this weekend’s activity tip, Jackie will provide some great resources for fall-themed coloring pages! This event will take place on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.

Memory screenings are an easy, important part of your health and wellness. This webinar will explain what a memory screening is, why it's important for everyone and how you can get one for free! Presented by: Donna de Levante Raphael Director, National Memory Screening, Alzheimer's Foundation of America   Click here to register

Join Aysha for a fun, rhythmic and music-driven virtual music and movement class! InstruMix is a fun and engaging music and movement exercise program! During the InstruMix program, you will execute range of motion movements, while playing 5 different percussion instruments: egg shakers, sticks, bells, castanets, and scarves. It can be done seated or standing, […]

Join award-winning Chinese brush painter, Jade Lam for a virtual Chinese Brush Painting class. This class introduces basic concepts and techniques of Chinese brush painting, with a focus on the Pine Tree. Supplies: Watercolor, ink, paint brush, color palette or a plate, a cup, rice paper (substitutes may be used) This virtual community class will […]

Therapeutic rhythm making is a versatile, easily accessible, fun way to reduce stress, boost the immune system and increase socialization! Join Monique & Stephen from SoulWorks Rhythm® for a rhythm-filled and creative music-making experience! In this session, you will explore Pumpkin Percussion! Grab some common household items and create music from the comfort of your […]

Let’s celebrate National Family Caregivers month! In this week’s Activity Tip, Jackie will show you some creative ways to show your appreciation for your loved ones. https://www.canva.com/create/certificates/ This event will take place on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.

Join Tenafly Nature Center a virtual nature walking tour of their center! In this virtual tour, you will learn about the transformative autumn months, and how plants and animals adapt and prepare for the winter season. The walk will feature the trails at the Tenafly Nature Center. Sit back, relax, and enjoy this educational, virtual […]

To protect the health and safety of participants and staff during the COVID-19 pandemic, this conference will be held virtually over the Internet.   Click here to register   Conference Agenda 10:00 am – 10:15 am (Eastern Time) Welcome & About AFA  Charles J.  Fuschillo, Jr. President & CEO, Alzheimer’s Foundation of America   10:15 […]

It is so important to find time for ourselves and connect from within. Join AFA’s Manager of Therapeutic Programming, Jackie, MS, R-DMT for a relaxing afternoon of meditation! Connect the mind and body through the use of guided mediation and relaxation techniques. This virtual community class will be livestreamed on our Facebook page, www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.  Visit […]

Join Kyla Berry, LCAT, ATR-BC for an inspiring virtual art therapy session. In this session, you will be asked to create a postcard addressed to a person from your past (or currently in your present if desired), who has significantly affected your life. Through utilization of mixed media work, we will explore why this person […]

Join AFA for Virtual Voyage Wednesday! Every Wednesday evening, we will take you on virtual tours around the world, from the comfort of home. For tonight's Virtual Voyage Wednesday, we will premiere a breathtaking tour of Alaska. Sit back, relax, and enjoy a virtual voyage! This event will take place on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.

Join AFA’s Jackie, MS, R-DMT for a low-impact chair fitness class to energize your day! Driven by the up-lifting beats of Funk and Disco music, this class will target all major muscle groups, while focusing on range of motion, strength, posture, and fun! Fitness props will be used to encourage stamina and improve flexibility. Wear […]

Life-Story Snip-Its is a short program presented every Thursday in November & December to spark memories and encourage discussion! Every week, a Vita Story Club facilitator will present a themed story prompt for you to explore independently or share with a loved one. This event will take place on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.

The leaves are falling! Let’s gather some of those fallen leave and create something beautiful. In this weekend’s Activity Tip, Jackie will give you some tips to create different types of leaf prints. https://www.hobbyfarms.com/3-ways-to-make-prints-with-leaves/ This event will take place on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.

Learn music-based coping techniques from Board Certified Music Therapist, Ariel Weissberger, MA, MT-BC, LCAT of Berko Music Therapy! This session will include live music and opportunities to actively participate by listening, singing along, and playing along with instruments made from items found at home. This engaging workshop will leave you feeling inspired, connected and joyful! […]

Join award-winning Chinese brush painter, Jade Lam for a virtual Chinese Brush Painting class. This class introduces basic concepts and techniques of Chinese brush painting, with a focus on the Plum blossom. Supplies: Watercolor, ink, paint brush, color palette or a plate, a cup, rice paper (substitutes may be used) This virtual community class will […]

Therapeutic rhythm making is a versatile, easily accessible, fun way to reduce stress, boost the immune system and increase socialization! Join Monique & Stephen from SoulWorks Rhythm® for a rhythm-filled and creative music-making experience! In this session, you will explore the sounds of turkeys! Grab some common household items and create music from the comfort […]

Thanksgiving is just around the corner. Let’s show appreciation and gratitude through a fun craft! In this week’s activity tip, Jackie will show you a fun craft where you will create a Thankful tree. Seniors need to cut the paper into the shape of small leaves and write down what they are thankful for on […]

In this virtual meditation class, you will be exploring how to be comfortable in stillness, and ways in which to connect with the breath. This is so each person can strive to find an inner peace, even outside of the session. Helping to unite those that may find it challenging feeling grounded or are losing […]

  The COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact all of us, and numbers are climbing in many parts of the country. This webinar will provide tips for Alzheimer's family caregivers to help prevent the spread of coronavirus.   A Q & A session will follow the presentation.   Click here to register     Presentation by: […]

Join AFA’s Manager of Therapeutic Programming, Jackie, MS, R-DMT for a low-impact chair fitness class! This class will target all major muscle groups, while focusing on range of motion, strength, posture, and fun! Wear comfortable/loose fitted clothing and sneakers, and join us for a fun fitness class! No prior fitness experience required. This event will […]

Join us online for a wonderful Thanksgiving performance!  The Caravan of Angels Foundation is a nonprofit organization that makes theater more accessible by bringing professional singers out into the community to perform a variety of familiar Broadway and well-known songs. Let’s unwind with some live music, while enjoying some reminiscence and fun! This event will […]

Join AFA for Virtual Voyage Wednesday! Every Wednesday evening we will take you on virtual tours around the world, from the comfort of home. For this week's Virtual Voyage Wednesday, we will premiere a beautiful tour of Antarctica: the home of penguins, seals, and a rusty-looking glacial waterfall called 'Blood Falls'. Sit back, relax, and enjoy a virtual voyage! […]

Join Roy from The Northwoods Cooking show for a humorous and reminiscent cooking show! Check out the fabulous side dishes and crock-pot turkey Roy cooks up! Feel free to jot down some of your favorites and share your Thanksgiving memories in comments! Sit back, relax, and enjoy learning some awesome recipes! This event will take […]

Life-Story Snip-Its is a short program presented every Thursday in November & December to spark memories and encourage discussion! Every week, a Vita Story Club facilitator will present a themed story prompt for you to explore independently or share with a loved one. This event will take place on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.

A great way to stay active indoors is to listen and sing to music. In this weekend’s activity tip, Jackie will share a few sing-alongs that will get you in the autumn spirit! Click the link below for the list of songs. This event will take place on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.

Senior Station is an online program that combines movement, storytelling, and fun. Join Senior Station’s founder, John Byrne, on a virtual journey. In this story move-along, John will guide you through Siberia! This event will take place on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.

Join award-winning Chinese brush painter, Jade Lam for a virtual Chinese Brush Painting class. This class introduces basic concepts and techniques of Chinese brush painting, with a focus on bamboo in the snow. Supplies: Watercolor, ink, paint brush, color palette or a plate, a cup, rice paper (substitutes may be used) This event will take […]

Therapeutic rhythm making is a versatile, easily accessible, fun way to reduce stress, boost the immune system and increase socialization! Join Monique & Stephen from SoulWorks Rhythm® for a rhythm-filled and creative music-making experience! In this session, you will get your gratitude on through the sweet sounds of music! (To honor national sandwich day, Nov […]

Let’s cozy up with this soft-arts craft! In this week’s activity tip, Jackie will show you the steps to create a no-sew blank! www.instructables.com This event will take place on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.

Join Marnie Herlands, MS, ART-BC, LCAT for a virtual art therapy session! During this virtual community art session, you will be led through a brief mindful breathing exercise and then learn to create a freeform weaving using basic materials, including cardboard and yarn. Marnie will demonstrate how to create your own weaving loom and then […]

It is so important to find time for ourselves and connect from within. Join AFA’s Manager of Therapeutic Programming, Jackie Gatto, MS, R-DMT, for a relaxing afternoon of meditation! Connect the mind and body through the use of guided mediation and relaxation techniques. This event will be livestreamed on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.

Join Kristyn Pope, Radio City Rockette, Broadway performer, and choreographer, for a fun-filled virtual musical theater & movement class! In this virtual class, you will learn a piece of choreography set to a familiar Broadway hit. This class will be conducted in a standing format, but will include modifications for those who are seated. Singing […]

Join AFA for Virtual Voyage Wednesday! Every Wednesday evening we will take you on virtual tours around the world, from the comfort of home. For this week's Virtual Voyage Wednesday, we will premiere a winter wonderland tour of Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise in Alberta, Canada! Sit back, relax, and enjoy a virtual voyage! This event will take place on […]

Join AFA’s Manager of Therapeutic Programming, Jackie, MS, R-DMT, LCAT-LP for a rhythmic and up-lifting virtual dance and movement session! Both in chairs and standing, this 30-minute session incorporates dance and movement to awaken the body and inspire the soul. A variety of props may be used to encourage participants to move the body in […]

Life-Story Snip-Its is a short program presented every Thursday in November & December to spark memories and encourage discussion! Every week, a Vita Story Club facilitator will present a themed story prompt for you to explore independently or share with a loved one. This event will take place on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.

It is great to learn something new every day! In this weekend’s Activity Tip, Jackie will show you just how to do that! Head over to this website: https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history and dive into a bit of history every day or on a day that is special to you and learn something new! This event will take […]

Join Horticultural Therapist, Sallie Stutz for a virtual gardening class. In this virtual class, you will learn the difference between the three holiday cactus varieties. Basic plant information and their native environments will be discussed. You will also learn how to plant/transplant one and how to care for it.  The holiday cactus is an “heirloom” […]

Music has this uncanny ability to bring back memories. There’s something about the catchiness of a melody that can truly stay within our soul. In this virtual community class, Anthony Ferrara & Friends will perform an original composition and songs from a variety of composers. Enjoy this relaxing virtual performance by AFA’s beloved musicians! This […]