Alzheimer's
Foundation of America

The demands of caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s are great.  Sustaining that care over time requires caregivers to pay attention to caring for themselves. Research demonstrates that total well-being requires attention to physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health. An essential component of this well-being is tuning into our inner voice and taking care […]

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 […]

Nature is always so restorative! Just putting your hands in soil and feeling it can be so soothing and calming. Join Horticultural Therapist, Sallie Stutz for a virtual gardening class. Sallie will show you how to properly plant herbs and provide interesting facts along the way.  Explore a bit of nature and grow something wonderful! […]

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. To protect the […]

This event will take place on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.

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 relaxing music experience! Using singing bowls, gongs, and hang pans, let’s meditate with magical music. To protect the health and safety of our participants […]

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 “Embracing Change." To protect the health […]

Amirov Dance Theater is a NYC-based dance company whose work is primarily conceptual and impressionistic.  Their mission is to create an emotional experience for the audiences through powerful and stimulating visuals and high technical skill.  For this virtual performance, Portraits of Space and Mood- Short Studies, you will be taken on a journey through short […]

This event will take place on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.

Join Rebecca, a Long Island-Based Artist and Therapeutic Recreation Student from Cortland University, for a summer-inspired craft! In this virtual craft session, Rebecca will show you how to create a DIY bird feeder. This craft is a great way to get you in the mood for summer, create something your neighborhood birds will enjoy, and […]

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. To protect the health and safety of our participants and staff during the […]