Chinese Brush Painting Series: Bamboo in the Snow
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 bamboo in the snow. Supplies: Watercolor, ink, paint brush, color palette or a plate, a cup, rice paper (substitutes may be used) This event will take […]
Virtual Community Class: Music with Monique & Stephen: Get Your Gratitude On!
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 get your gratitude on through the sweet sounds of music! (To honor national sandwich day, Nov […]
Activity Tip for the Week: No-Sew Blanket
Let’s cozy up with this soft-arts craft! In this week’s activity tip, Jackie will show you the steps to create a no-sew blank! www.instructables.com 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 mindful breathing exercise and then learn to create a freeform weaving using basic materials, including cardboard and yarn. Marnie will demonstrate how to create your own weaving loom and then […]
Virtual Community Class: Mindful Meditation with Jackie
It is so important to find time for ourselves and connect from within. Join AFA’s Manager of Therapeutic Programming, Jackie Gatto, MS, R-DMT, for a relaxing afternoon of meditation! Connect the mind and body through the use of guided mediation and relaxation techniques. This event will be livestreamed on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.
Virtual Community Class: Musical Theater with Kristyn
Join Kristyn Pope, Radio City Rockette, Broadway performer, and choreographer, for a fun-filled virtual musical theater & movement class! In this virtual class, you will learn a piece of choreography set to a familiar Broadway hit. This class will be conducted in a standing format, but will include modifications for those who are seated. Singing […]
Virtual Voyage Wednesday: Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
Join AFA for Virtual Voyage Wednesday! Every Wednesday evening we will take you on virtual tours around the world, from the comfort of home. For this week's Virtual Voyage Wednesday, we will premiere a winter wonderland tour of Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise in Alberta, Canada! Sit back, relax, and enjoy a virtual voyage! This event will take place on […]
Virtual Community Class: Dance with Jackie
Join AFA’s Manager of Therapeutic Programming, Jackie, MS, R-DMT, LCAT-LP 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 […]
Life Story Snip-Its with Vita Story Club
Life-Story Snip-Its is a short program presented every Thursday in November & December to spark memories and encourage discussion! Every week, a Vita Story Club facilitator will present a themed […]
Activity Tip for the Weekend: This Day in History Activity
It is great to learn something new every day! In this weekend’s Activity Tip, Jackie will show you just how to do that! Head over to this website: https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history and dive into a bit of history every day or on a day that is special to you and learn something new! This event will take […]
