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Virtual Community Class: Art Appreciation with FOR LOVE & ART
Virtual Community Class: Art Appreciation with FOR LOVE & ART
Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois – Join FOR LOVE & ART for art appreciation! Each week, you will virtually visit a partner museum’s artwork. You will reflect, recollect, and share your thoughts, feelings, and even body sensations. A different museum from among 30 partner institutions will be featured for each of these sessions. To celebrate art […]
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Movement Tip with Jackie
Movement Tip with Jackie
A Quick Body Scan – Join AFA’s Jackie Gatto, MS, R-DMT, LCAT-LP, every Monday for a brief movement tip! Each week, Jackie will provide a movement directive for you to explore at home. Feel free to save and revisit these directives anytime you need to move your body! This week we will explore A Quick Body Scan. […]
Virtual Community Class: Sing-Along with Steve
Virtual Community Class: Sing-Along with Steve
Music has numerous benefits! Join Steve in this virtual sing-along where you will sing and engage with one another in this virtual environment. Through singing songs together, everyone can create meaningful connections, no matter where you are in the world! Steve will also cover how music creates a safe environment to express emotions and how […]
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Virtual Community Class: Barre Fitness
Virtual Community Class: Barre Fitness
Join AFA's Manager of Therapeutic Programming, Jackie Gatto, MS, R-DMT, LCAT-LP, 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. Participants will use a […]
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Virtual Community Class: Chair Yoga & Mobility with Dan
Virtual Community Class: Chair Yoga & Mobility with Dan
Join Dan Peragine, RYT200, for a virtual Chair Yoga & Mobility session to uplift and recharge your body! You will experience a one-hour chair yoga class that will encompass functional movements and stretching postures from a seated position. This event will take place at the AFA Teal Room: www.alzfdn.org/afatealroom.
Virtual Voyage Wednesday: Virtual Visit to Miles Mineral Museum
Virtual Voyage Wednesday: Virtual Visit to Miles Mineral Museum
Join AFA for Virtual Voyage Wednesday! Every Wednesday evening, we will take you on virtual tours globally from the comfort of home. For this week, learn about the beauty and history of the Miles Mineral Museum at Eastern New Mexico University. Sit back, relax, and enjoy a virtual voyage! This event will take place on […]
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Virtual Community Class: Mindful Meditation
Virtual Community Class: Mindful Meditation
It is so important to find time for ourselves and connect within. Join AFA's Manager of Therapeutic Programming, Jackie Gatto, MS, R-DMT, LCAT-LP, for a relaxing afternoon of meditation! Connect the mind and body through the use of guided meditation and relaxation techniques. This event will take place at the AFA Teal Room: www.alzfdn.org/afatealroom.
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Activity Tip for the Weekend: Celebrate Black History Month
Activity Tip for the Weekend: Celebrate Black History Month
February is Black History Month! In this Activity Tip, Jackie will give you some tips to celebrate and honor Black History! For more information, click here: https://www.naacp.org/latest/28-ways-celebrate-black-history-month/ This event will take place on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.
Webinar: Managing COVID-19: Special Issues Facing Families Affected by Alzheimer’s
Webinar: Managing COVID-19: Special Issues Facing Families Affected by Alzheimer’s
Individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease face unique challenges in dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic. The effects of Alzheimer’s can make it harder for a person to notice or communicate discomfort, hindering family caregivers from spotting COVID-19 symptoms. Alzheimer’s may also pose challenges to following safety protocols such as mask wearing and hand washing. This free […]
Virtual Community Class: Performance by Orpheus
Virtual Community Class: Performance by Orpheus
Join a few of the magnificent musicians from Orpheus for a virtual performance! Orpheus Reflections brings the healing power of music to you in the comfort of your home. Relax and enjoy the sweet sounds of music. https://orpheusnyc.org/education-community/reflections https://www.facebook.com/OrpheusNYC/ https://www.instagram.com/orpheuschamberorchestra This event will take place at the AFA Teal Room: www.alzfdn.org/afatealroom.
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Virtual Community Class: Chair Yoga Series – Being You
Virtual Community Class: Chair Yoga Series – Being You
Join Sheryl Oleksak, 500 ERYT, for a 4-week chair yoga series that will open your heart and connect your mind and body. It will bring you a sense of freedom from any tension or stress and leave you with feelings of safety and comfort. This week's focus is "Being You." This event will take place […]
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Virtual Community Class: Art Appreciation with FOR LOVE & ART
Virtual Community Class: Art Appreciation with FOR LOVE & ART
Clark Art Institute, Williamstown, Massachusetts – Join FOR LOVE & ART for art appreciation! Each week, you will virtually visit a partner museum's artwork. You will reflect, recollect, and share your thoughts, feelings, and even body sensations. To celebrate art is to celebrate LIFE! This event will take place at the AFA Teal Room: www.alzfdn.org/afatealroom.
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Virtual Community Class: Quogue Wildlife Refuge
Virtual Community Class: Quogue Wildlife Refuge
Join AFA and The Quogue Wildlife refuge to meet their birds of prey! Quogue Wildlife Refuge is a 305-acre non-profit nature preserve nestled in the Village of Quogue, NY. This program will introduce you to the live resident raptors that call the Refuge home. You will learn the personal history of each native New York […]
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Virtual Community Class: Disco-Funk Chair Fitness
Virtual Community Class: Disco-Funk Chair Fitness
Join AFA's Jackie Gatto, MS, R-DMT, LCAT-LP, for a low-impact chair fitness class to energize your day! Move with up-lifting beats of Funk and Disco music! This class will target all major muscle groups while focusing on a range of motion, strength, posture, and fun! We will use fitness props to encourage stamina and improve […]
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Virtual Community Class: Chinese Brush Painting
Virtual Community Class: Chinese Brush Painting
Join Jade Lam, an award-winning Chinese brush painter, for a virtual Chinese Brush Painting class. This lesson introduces basic concepts and techniques of Chinese brush painting, focusing on the Morning Glory flower. Join in for a relaxing virtual class filled with artistic expression, appreciation, and creativity! This event will take place at the AFA Teal […]
Virtual Voyage Wednesday: Explore Earth Through the Lens of NASA Astronauts
Virtual Voyage Wednesday: Explore Earth Through the Lens of NASA Astronauts
Join AFA for Virtual Voyage Wednesday! Every Wednesday evening, we will take you on virtual tours globally from the comfort of home. For this week, listen to NASA's fine and […]
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Care Connection Webinar: Alzheimer’s – Legal Issues Facing Families
Care Connection Webinar: Alzheimer’s – Legal Issues Facing Families
Understanding how to care for a family member with Alzheimer’s on a personal level is of primary importance. Planning for the future of your family legally and financially is also […]
Virtual Community Class: Mind, Muscle & Move!
Virtual Community Class: Mind, Muscle & Move!
Join AFA's Jackie Gatto, MS, R-DMT, LCAT-LP, for a low-impact virtual chair fitness class to strengthen your muscles and your mind! You will follow along with simple movements that target all major muscle groups while focusing on a range of motion, strength, posture, and fun! You will gain opportunities to learn something new and explore […]
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Activity Tip for the Weekend: Poetry for Valentine’s Day
Activity Tip for the Weekend: Poetry for Valentine’s Day
Fall in love with this activity tip! Jackie will show you how to create your very own Valentine’s Day poem to express love to others and/or self-love! LOVE Poem Template: https://bit.ly/3pNK44z This […]
Virtual Community Class: Art with Margalit
Virtual Community Class: Art with Margalit
Join Margalit for a creative virtual art experience! In this 3D (pop-up) celebration card making class, you will first contemplate an event that warrants a card, such as a birthday, holiday, congratulations, or even "get well soon." Once you choose a theme, Margalit will show you card making techniques to create a vibrant, eye-catching, and […]
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Virtual Community Class: Chair Yoga Series – Love
Virtual Community Class: Chair Yoga Series – Love
Join Sheryl Oleksak, 500 ERYT, for a 4-week chair yoga series that will open your heart and connect your mind and body. It will bring you a sense of freedom from any tension or stress and leave you with feelings of safety and comfort. This week's focus is "Love." This event will take place at […]
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Virtual Community Class: Art Appreciation with FOR LOVE & ART
Virtual Community Class: Art Appreciation with FOR LOVE & ART
Crystal Bridges Museum of Art, Bentonville, Arkansas – Join FOR LOVE & ART for art appreciation! Each week, you will virtually visit a partner museum's artwork. You will reflect, recollect, and share your thoughts, feelings, and even body sensations. To celebrate art is to celebrate LIFE! This event will take place at the AFA Teal Room: www.alzfdn.org/afatealroom.
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Movement Tip with Jackie
Movement Tip with Jackie
Small Movements – Join AFA’s Jackie Gatto, MS, R-DMT, LCAT-LP, CDP, every Monday for a brief movement tip! Each week, Jackie will provide a movement directive for you to explore at home. Feel free to save and revisit these directives anytime you need to move your body! This week we will explore Small Movements. This […]
Virtual Community Class: Love Songs Concert with The Caravan of Angels
Virtual Community Class: Love Songs Concert with The Caravan of Angels
Join AFA for Valentine's with a virtual music performance filled with familiar love songs! The Caravan of Angels Foundation is a non-profit organization that makes theater more accessible by bringing professional singers out into the community and performing numerous familiar Broadway and well-known songs. Let's unwind with some music while enjoying some reminiscence and fun! […]
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Virtual Community Class: Stretch & Flex Fitness
Virtual Community Class: Stretch & Flex Fitness
Join AFA's Manager of Therapeutic Programming, Jackie, MS, R-DMT, LCAT-LP, for a low-impact chair fitness class! This class will target all major muscle groups while focusing on a range of motion, strength, posture, and fun! Wear comfortable/loose-fitting clothing and sneakers and join us for a fun fitness class! No prior fitness experience is required. This event […]
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Virtual Community Class: Story Move-Along with Senior Station
Virtual Community Class: Story Move-Along with Senior Station
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 Hawaii for this episode of Senior Station! You will explore jungles and sacred pools as we swim, hike, and surf through the South Pacific […]
Virtual Professional Training: Aging Through Traumatic Stress: Analyzing the Effects of Stress and Race on Alzheimer’s Disease
Virtual Professional Training: Aging Through Traumatic Stress: Analyzing the Effects of Stress and Race on Alzheimer’s Disease
Recent studies have shown there is a higher rate of Alzheimer’s disease among BIPOC, particularly African Americans and Hispanics/Latinx. This training explores the potential risk factors that increase the likelihood, especially the effects of racial traumatic stress on the brain. This encompasses healthcare disparities, housing and food insecurity, and racial microaggressions experienced on a daily […]
Virtual Voyage Wednesday: Still Branch Virtual Tour
Virtual Voyage Wednesday: Still Branch Virtual Tour
Join AFA for Virtual Voyage Wednesday! Every Wednesday evening, we will take you on virtual tours globally from the comfort of home. For this week, get a better sense of how water gets treated at Still Branch Treatment Facility in Griffin, Georgia! Sit back, relax, and enjoy a virtual voyage! This event will take place […]
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Virtual Community Class: Music & Movement with Jackie
Virtual Community Class: Music & Movement with Jackie
Join AFA’s Manager of Therapeutic Programing, Jackie, MS, R-DMT, LCAT-LP, CDP, for a rhythmic and up-lifting virtual movement session! Both in chairs and standing, this virtual 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 ways, […]
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Activity Tip for the Weekend: Winter Olympics at Home
Activity Tip for the Weekend: Winter Olympics at Home
Let’s bring the fun of the Winter Olympics into the home! In this activity tip, you will discover fun Winter Olympic themed activities to do a home. This event will […]
Virtual Community Class: Gardening with Sallie
Virtual Community Class: Gardening with Sallie
Join Horticultural Therapist, Sallie Stutz for a virtual gardening activity. In this virtual session, you will learn all about feeding winter birds! Sallie will provide 3 different activities to feed the birds during cold winter months. Here are a few things you will need for this class: Tray Pipe cleaners or jute, string Darning or […]
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Virtual Community Class: Chair Yoga Series – Gratitude
Virtual Community Class: Chair Yoga Series – Gratitude
Join Sheryl Oleksak, 500 ERYT for a 4-week chair yoga series that will open your heart, and connect your mind and body. This practice will bring you a sense of freedom from any tension or stress and leave you with feelings of safety and comfort. This week’s focus is Gratitude. This event will take place […]
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Virtual Community Class: Art Appreciation with FOR LOVE & ART
Virtual Community Class: Art Appreciation with FOR LOVE & ART
Gilcrease Museum, Tulsa, Oklahoma – Join FOR LOVE & ART for art appreciation! Each week, you will virtually visit a partner museum’s artwork. You will reflect, recollect, and share your thoughts, feelings, and even body sensations. To celebrate art is to celebrate LIFE! This event will take place at the AFA Teal Room: www.alzfdn.org/afatealroom.
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Movement Tip with Jackie
Movement Tip with Jackie
Resistance – Join AFA’s Jackie Gatto, MS, R-DMT, LCAT-LP, CDP, every Monday for a brief movement tip! Each week, Jackie will provide a movement directive for you to explore at […]
Virtual Community Class: Introduction to Barbershop Music & Performance
Virtual Community Class: Introduction to Barbershop Music & Performance
Plus One Quartet welcomes you to an introduction to barbershop music and performance! This virtual program will feature a mix of history accompanied with musical videos. Plus One Quartet will demonstrate a range of barbershop repertoire spanning from old to new. You may recognize some of these tunes, so please feel free to tap your […]
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Virtual Community Class: Mind, Muscle & Move!
Virtual Community Class: Mind, Muscle & Move!
Join AFA’s Jackie, MS, R-DMT, LCAT-LP, CDP, for a low-impact virtual chair fitness class to strengthen your muscles and your mind! In this virtual fitness class, you will follow along simple movements that target all major muscle groups, while focusing on range of motion, strength, posture, and fun! What sets this fitness class aside from […]
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Virtual Community Class: Art with Emily
Virtual Community Class: Art with Emily
Join Emily Sharp MA, LCAT, ATR-BC, RYT-200, for some virtual art therapy! In this virtual class, Emily will demonstrate how to create a one-of-a-kind collage using various clippings and papers found in your home. You can incorporate writing, panting, drawing, and photographs in your collage. Supplies: paper glue scissors magazine clippings photographs colored pencils, markers, […]
Virtual Voyage Wednesday: Virtual Visit to Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
Virtual Voyage Wednesday: Virtual Visit to Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
Join AFA for Virtual Voyage Wednesday! Every Wednesday evening, we will take you on virtual tours globally from the comfort of home. For this week, explore marine life at the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium in Los Angeles, California! Sit back, relax, and enjoy a virtual voyage! This event will take place on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.
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Educating America Tour: Alaska & Hawaii
Educating America Tour: Alaska & Hawaii
Please note this virtual conference will take place at 10 am Alaska Time/9 am Hawaii time. Click here to register Conference Agenda 10 am – 10:15 am AKST/9 am – 9:15 am HST Welcome & About AFA Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr. President & CEO, Alzheimer’s Foundation of America 10:15 am – 11:00 am AKST/9:15 […]
Virtual Community Class: Mindful Meditation
Virtual Community Class: Mindful Meditation
It is so important to find time for ourselves and connect from within. Join AFA’s Manager of Therapeutic Programming, Jackie, MS, R-DMT, LCAT-LP, CDP, for a relaxing afternoon of meditation! Connect the mind and body through the use of guided mediation and relaxation techniques. This event take place at the AFA Teal Room: www.alzfdn.org/afatealroom.
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Activity Tip for the Weekend: Celebrate Fashion Week – Be a Paper Doll Stylist
Activity Tip for the Weekend: Celebrate Fashion Week – Be a Paper Doll Stylist
Be your own fashion stylist, with this Activity Tip! Jackie will show you how to create your own fashion paper dolls to celebrate Fashion Week! Paper Doll Pintables: https://www.free-paper-dolls.com/FreePrintablePaperDolls.html This event will take place on AFA's Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.
Virtual Community Class: Ukulele Sing-Along with Drew
Virtual Community Class: Ukulele Sing-Along with Drew
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 event will take place at the AFA Teal Room: www.alzfdn.org/afatealroom.
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Virtual Community Class: Chair Yoga Series – In the Now
Virtual Community Class: Chair Yoga Series – In the Now
Join Sheryl Oleksak, 500 ERYT for an 8-week chair yoga series that will open your heart, and connect your mind and body. This practice will bring you a sense of […]
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Virtual Community Class: Art Appreciation with FOR LOVE & ART
Virtual Community Class: Art Appreciation with FOR LOVE & ART
Amon Carter Museum of American Art, Fort Worth, Texas – Join FOR LOVE & ART for art appreciation! Each week, you will virtually visit a partner museum’s artwork. You will reflect, recollect, and share your thoughts, feelings, and even body sensations. To celebrate art is to celebrate LIFE! This event will take place at the AFA […]
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Movement Tip with Jackie
Movement Tip with Jackie
Dice Roll Movement Game – Join AFA’s Jackie Gatto, MS, R-DMT, LCAT-LP, CDP, every Monday for a brief movement tip! Each week, Jackie will provide a movement directive for you to explore at home. Feel free to save and revisit these directives anytime you need to move your body! This week we will explore a […]
Virtual Community Class: Music Performance by Anthony & Friends
Virtual Community Class: Music Performance by Anthony & Friends
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 a variety of familiar songs to enjoy from the comfort of home. Enjoy this relaxing virtual performance by AFA’s beloved […]
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Virtual Community Class: Mindful Meditation
Virtual Community Class: Mindful Meditation
It is so important to find time for ourselves and connect from within. Join AFA’s Manager of Therapeutic Programming, Jackie, MS, R-DMT, LCAT-LP, CDP for a relaxing afternoon of meditation! Connect the mind and body through the use of guided mediation and relaxation techniques. This event will take place at the AFA Teal Room: […]
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Virtual Community Class: Music Performance by Maya
Virtual Community Class: Music Performance by Maya
Join former Broadway performer, Maya Goldman, in this virtual music performance! Maya will sing familiar songs from the past, play piano, ukulele, and guitar in this memorable virtual performance. All are welcome to sing along, move to the music, and enjoy listening while reminiscing. This event will take place at the AFA Teal Room: […]
Virtual Voyage Wednesday: Follow the Brick Road to Herrick District Library
Virtual Voyage Wednesday: Follow the Brick Road to Herrick District Library
Join AFA for Virtual Voyage Wednesday! Every Wednesday evening, we will take you on virtual tours globally from the comfort of home. For this week, watch how they recreated a […]
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Virtual Community Class: Stretch & Flex Fitness
Virtual Community Class: Stretch & Flex Fitness
Join AFA’s Manager of Therapeutic Programing, Jackie, MS, R-DMT, LCAT-LP, CDP 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. […]
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Activity Tip for the Weekend: Women’s History Month – Let’s Get Inspired!
Activity Tip for the Weekend: Women’s History Month – Let’s Get Inspired!
Join Jackie for today's activity tip where you will explore ideas in celebrating Women's History Month! Inspirational Quotes by Women: https://yourdream.liveyourdream.org/2019/03/inspirational-quotes-by-women-around-the-world/ Self-love Messages: https://act.liveyourdream.org/action/sendmessage/ Women TED Talks: https://www.ted.com/topics/women This event will take place […]
Virtual Community Class: Art with Marnie
Virtual Community Class: Art with Marnie
Join Marnie Herlands, MS, ATR-BC, LCAT for a virtual art therapy session! During this virtual class, you will be creating paintings utilizing the technique of action/drip painting, made famous by […]
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Virtual Community Class: Chair Yoga Series – Arrive
Virtual Community Class: Chair Yoga Series – Arrive
Join Sheryl Oleksak, 500 ERYT for an 8-week chair yoga series that will open your heart, and connect your mind and body. This practice will bring you a sense of […]