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
With the warmer months upon us, let’s get outside and enjoy the fresh air. In this weekend’s Activity Tip, Jackie will show you what you need to plan the perfect picnic from the comfort of your home! This event will take place on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.
Virtual Community Class: Show Tunes with Shana
If you love show tunes and Disney classics, this virtual performance is for you! Join Shana Gordon for a heartwarming virtual music performance filled with some of the best show tunes and Disney classics. Let’s have fun, reminisce, and sing along to a few of our favorites. This virtual community class will be held through […]
Webinar: Advanced Directives & Tele-Medicine Our New Normal
COVID-19 has placed all of us in unusual circumstances that we must realize. Since the start of the pandemic, we've been in a state of having to prepare for the moment. But are we prepared for the future? Life Care Plans that include advance directives are something that can benefit everyone, regardless of age or […]
Virtual Community Class: Dance with Jackie
Join AFA’s Manager of Therapeutic Programming, Jackie, MS, R-DMT for a rhythmic and up-lifting virtual dance and movement session! Both in chairs and standing, this 30-minute 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 […]
Virtual Community Class: Art with Kyla
In this virtual art therapy session, you will be guided through the process of creating a soothing painting utilizing simple & accessible materials. Following the creation of your watercolor sensation, join Kyla Berry, LCAT, ATR-BC to learn how to repurpose your masterpiece into a collage mosaic. Through everyday materials, you will learn several techniques to […]
Care Connection Webinar: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia in Older Adults
About 15% of older adults have insomnia which is a persistent difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, waking earlier than intended or some combination of these sleep problems. Geriatricians often warn that giving older adults sleep medication for long periods of time is not recommended because of their potential side effects including falls. Cognitive behavioral therapy […]
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 […]
Activity Tip for the Weekend
This event will take place on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.
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 […]
