Virtual Community Class: Exploring Art with Nicole
Let’s tap into our artistic side with arts educator, Nicole Haroutunian! In this virtual art program, Nicole will introduce you to a pair of self-taught artists, Calvin and Ruby Black, who moved to the Mojave Desert in the 1950s and lived in complete isolation. They worked together to carve, paint, and clothe approximately 80 wooden […]
Virtual Community Class: Heidi Latsky Dance Company Performance
Heidi Latsky Dance is a New York-based, female-run organization dedicated to the creation of relevant, immersive performance art that is accessible to all. This virtual dance performance consists of four of Heidi Latsky’s dancers performing solos. Let’s sit back, relax and enjoy of beautiful dancing! This virtual community class will be livestreamed through our Facebook page, www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica. […]
Virtual Community Class: Art Reflections with The American Folk Art Museum
Join Elizabeth Gronke, Registered Art Therapist and Access Educator at The American Folk Art Museum, for a 9-week Art Reflections series! In each virtual class, you will have the opportunity to explore works of art from The American Folk Art Museum’s collection. During this virtual art class, you are encouraged to share your reactions to […]
Activity Tip for the Week
This event will take place on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.
Virtual Community Class: Music with Avi
Join Avi Diamond, MT-BC for a mood-elevating, and memory-activating music experience. Avi will play popular music from the 1920s through 1950s and pair these songs with deep breathing and reminiscence prompts. Let’s sing along and enjoy some fun songs from the past! This virtual community class will be held through our Facebook page, www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica. Visit the […]
Virtual Community Class: Stretch & Flex Fitness
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 […]
Virtual Community Class: Art with Marnie
Join Marnie Herlands, MS, ART-BC, LCA for a virtual art therapy session! During this virtual class, you will be creating heart shaped pillows, or creating a drawing within the shape of a heart. The process of creating a pillow (which involves sewing or knotting which is repetitive) can be self-soothing and gratifying. Perhaps, your pillow […]
Webinar: Making Alzheimer’s Disease a National Priority: Has the National Alzheimer’s Project Act (NAPA) Fulfilled its Promise?
Click here to register In 2011, Congress passed the National Alzheimer’s Project Act (NAPA) calling for Alzheimer’s disease prevention, treatment, and care to be a priority for the United States and ordered creation of a National Plan to Address Alzheimer’s Disease which, among other goals, called for development of a cure or modifying treatment for […]
Virtual Community Class: Barre Fitness
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 […]
Activity Tip for the Weekend
This event will take place on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.
Virtual Community Class: Music with Monique & Stephen
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 soulful and fun music experience. In this virtual music session, you will find how rhythm is everywhere. If you can say it… You can play it! […]
