Care Connection Webinar: Depression in Older People with Cognitive Impairment
Click here to register Sometimes older people with cognitive impairment experience depression. This presentation will review how common that is, how professionals and family members can identify depression, and what can be done about it. About the speaker: Gregory A. Hinrichsen, Ph.D. Associate Clinical Professor, Dept. of Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine, Icahn […]
Virtual Community Class: Piano Concert with Steven
Piano Concert with Steven Presented by: Steven Carl McCasland Join Pianist and Singer Steven Carl McCasland for a virtual piano concert! This performance will feature familiar songs from George and Ira Gershwin to elicit memories and encourage reminiscence. Steven will tell you about the Gershwin brothers and the song's history between each piece. So, let's […]
Virtual Community Class: Relax & Refresh – Darling Dogs
Relax & Refresh: Darling Dogs Presented by: AFA Join AFA for a relaxing and meditative experience! In this virtual community class, images and soft music will guide you into a relaxing and calm state. Use this time to decompress and release anything that no longer serves you. Find a comfortable place to rest, relax, and […]
Virtual Community Class: Chair Yoga with Sheryl
Chair Yoga with Sheryl: Love Presented by: Sheryl Oleksak, 500 ERYT Join Sheryl Oleksak, 500 ERYT, for a 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. […]
Virtual Community Class: Cooking with Melissa
Cooking with Melissa: Let’s Do Lunch: Lunchtime Favorites the Heart-Healthy Way Presented by: Melissa Gallagher-Cashman, CTRS, CDP, CADDCT, CMDCP, NASM-CPT Join Recreational Therapist Melissa Gallagher-Cashman for a 4-part virtual cooking class series! Melissa will show you how heart-healthy ingredients can be both delicious and easy to make! You will practice mindfulness, heighten your senses, and […]
Virtual Community Class: Love Songs Concert
Love Songs Concert with The Caravan of Angels Join AFA for a Valentine’s Day themed music performance with The Caravan of Angels! 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 other well-known songs. […]
Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities & Dementia 101
Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities & Dementia 101 Location: LIVE Interactive Webinar Date: February 15, 2022 Time: 10:00 am-11:00 am CST Click here to register Course Description: In this LIVE interactive webinar, we are going through a brief overview of dementia, intellectual disabilities, work of caregivers and facilitating meaningful living. The goal of this training is […]
Virtual Community Class: Rock n’ Fit
Rock n’ Fit Presented by: AFA’s Jackie Join AFA’s Jackie Gatto, MS, R-DMT, LCAT-LP, CDP, for a low-impact, Rock n’ Roll-themed virtual fitness class! You will follow simple movements that target all major muscle groups, while focusing on range of motion, strength, posture, and fun! Done both seated and standing, this fitness class is set […]
Educating America Tour: Florida
Click here to register Conference Agenda 10 am – 10:15 am ET Welcome & About AFA Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr. President & CEO, Alzheimer’s Foundation of America 10:15 am – 11:00 am Genetic Studies in Alzheimer Disease: Pathway to Prevention and Treatment Across Ancestries Brian W. Kunkle, PhD., M.P.H. Head of Genetic […]
Virtual Community Class: Art with Marie
Art with Marie Presented by: Marie McLaughlin Join Marie McLaughlin for a virtual art experience! This class will be a step-by- step demonstration of how to make a small sculpture called a God’s Eye. Using yarn and sticks, you will weave a simple pattern. Marie will also explain the traditional meanings behind a God’s Eye, […]
Virtual Community Class: Songs to Remember with Sarah
Songs to Remember with Sarah: Ferocious Females for February Presented by: Sarah Ellis Ferocious Females for February is an ode to a few of the strong, tenacious, resilient female icons written for musical theatre. Join NYC-based actor and producer Sarah Ellis as she shares songs and stories about these fascinating, multi-faceted characters, and her personal […]
