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Virtual Community Class: Chinese Brush Painting Series: Chrysanthemum

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 Chrysanthemum. Supplies: Watercolor, ink, paint brush, color palette or a plate, a cup, rice paper (substitutes may be used) This virtual community class will take […]

Virtual Community Class: Music with Monique & Stephen: Sounds of Sandwiches!

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 rhythm-filled and creative music-making experience! In this session, you will discover the Sounds of Sandwiches! (To honor National Sandwich Day that was on Nov 3)! Grab […]

Activity Tip for the Week: Honoring Veterans for Veterans Day

This Wednesday is Veterans' Day. Let’s honor our Veterans with this week’s Activity Tip! Send a care package: operationgratitude.com A letter: amillionthanks.org A card: operationthankyou.org This event will take place on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.

Virtual Community Class: Art with Marnie

Join Marnie Herlands, MS, ART-BC, LCAT for a virtual art therapy session. During this virtual community art session, you will be led through a brief mindfulness practice and then experiment with printmaking. Mindfulness is a practice which involves being present in the moment and noticing your thoughts and feelings without judging or trying to change […]

Educating America Tour: Utah

To protect the health and safety of participants and staff during the COVID-19 pandemic, this conference will be held virtually over the Internet. Click here to register Conference Agenda 10:00 am – 10:15 am (Mountain Time) Welcome & About AFA  Charles J.  Fuschillo, Jr. President & CEO, Alzheimer’s Foundation of America   10:15 am  – […]

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: Music Performance by Anthony & Friends

Music has this uncanny ability to bring back memories. There’s something about the catchiness of a melody that can truly stay within our soul. In this Virtual Community Class, Antony Ferrara & Friends will perform an original composition and songs from a variety of composers, in this incredible virtual performance. Enjoy this relaxing virtual performance […]

Virtual Voyage Wednesday: Ski Dubai Tour – Watch Party!

Join AFA for Virtual Voyage Wednesday! Every Wednesday evening, we will take you on virtual tour around the world, from the comfort of home. For this week's Virtual Voyage Wednesday, we will premiere Ski Dubai: A Snow Park in the Desert! You will witness a crazy ski attraction inside the Mall of Emirates. This event […]

Care Connection Webinar: Medications and Your Memory

This presentation will cover medications that can affect memory and cognition (both adversely and positively), the myths and facts about supplements to improve memory, and general helpful hints on how to manage your medications safely at home.   Click here to register   Guest speaker: Judith L. Beizer, PharmD, BCGP, FASCP, AGSF Clinical Professor Clinical […]

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 […]