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Virtual Community Class: Art with Marnie

During this class, we will be creating nature collage mandalas. This creative process can be relaxing and gratifying, and reminds us of the simple pleasures and beauty of nature. The materials you will need: White paper, a paper plate or disk shaped tracer, a pencil or marker, glue, magazines and/or colorful paper, and scissors (optional). […]

Virtual Community Class: Disco-Funk Chair Fitness

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 […]

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Virtual Community Class: Mindful Meditation

It is so important to find time for ourselves and connect from within. Join AFA’s recreational therapist, Jackie for a relaxing afternoon of meditation! Connect the mind and body through the use of guided mediation and relaxation techniques. After meditation, herbal tea will be served with an open discussion. To protect the health and safety […]

Care Connection Webinar: Caregiver Wellness: Empowering You to Prevent Burnout

Stress in and of itself is not bad. Contrary to popular opinion, stress is needed to function properly. It provides encouragement and the drive to accomplish what you set out to do in life. However, when stress becomes a way of life, you can easily become distressed. As a caregiver, you may find that you […]

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 […]

Virtual Community Class: Broadway Concert

Join us online for a wonderful performance of Broadway favorites and oldies classics!  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 […]

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 simple, yet beautiful geometric abstract art piece, starting with tracing circles from a cup. From this directive, you can follow along and connect the lines or add/trace other shapes. Materials you will […]

Activity Tip for the Week: Daily Exercises

Exercise boosts immunity, enhances mood, and improves overall health! For this week's tip, we'll discover some helpful exercises and stretches you can do every morning to energize you to take on the day! This event will take place on AFA's Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.

Virtual Community Class: Chinese Brush Painting

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 beautiful Plum Blossom. Join in for a relaxing virtual class filled with artistic expression, appreciation, and creativity! To protect the health and safety of our […]

Virtual Community Class: Music with Ariel

Join music therapist Ariel Weissberger MA, MT-BC, LCAT, from Berko Music Therapy for a virtual  creative music experience. Ariel is a board certified music therapist and professional percussionist with vast experience facilitating therapeutic drumming groups for a variety of communities and health settings. From the comfort of your home, you will have the opportunity to […]

Virtual Community Class: Chair Yoga & Meditation

In this virtual chair yoga and meditation class, we will be exploring different gentle stretches and movements to bring blood flow into areas that may be neglected and to help build coordination. Connection with the breath will be introduced to encourage each individual to strive to find an inner peace. Class will come to a […]