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Webinar: Brain Health Awareness for Veterans-New York

  Did you know that veterans have an increased risk of memory impairments and dementia? This free webinar will empower New York veterans and their families with information and facts to understand the risks, be proactive about brain health, and learn about services and benefits available to help.   Click here to register   Agenda […]

Virtual Community Class: Stretch & Flex Fitness

Join AFA’s Manager of Therapeutic Programing, Jackie, MS, R-DMT, LCAT-LP, CDP, for a low-impact chair fitness class! This class will target all major muscle groups, while focusing on a 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. […]

Virtual Community Class: Storytelling & Art with Kathryne

Join Kathryne Fassbender, CDCS, for an inspiring storytelling session! In this virtual session, you will examine history, art, culture, and other topics of interest through the process of TimeSlips Storytelling and collective conversation. You will explore 3 works of art that are interconnected in some way or another. You will create a story for one […]

Virtual Community Class: Relax & Refresh

Comfy Cozy - Join AFA for a relaxing and meditative themed experience! In this Virtual Community class, relaxing images and soft music will guide you into a relaxing and calm state. Use this time to decompress and release anything that no longer serves you. This week's theme is Comfy Cozy. Find a comfortable place to […]

Activity Tip for the Weekend: National Space Day – Exploring the Night Sky

Today is National Space Day! Lets celebrate by participating in some stargazing. In today’s Activity Tip, Jackie will share some great astronomy events happening this month. May 6, 7: Eta Aquarids Meteor Shower. May 17 - Mercury at Greatest Eastern Elongation. May 26: Total Lunar Eclipse & Supermoon For more, check out the Astronomy calendar: http://www.seasky.org/astronomy/astronomy-calendar-2021.html […]

Virtual Community Class: Music Performance by Maya

Join former Broadway performer, Maya Goldman, in this virtual music performance! Maya will sing familiar songs from the past, play piano, ukulele, and guitar in this memorable virtual performance. All are welcome to sing along, move to the music, and enjoy listening while reminiscing. This event will take place at the AFA Teal Room: www.alzfdn.org/afatealroom.

Virtual Community Class: Chair Yoga Series – Smile

Join Sheryl Oleksak, 500 ERYT, for a 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 Smile. This event will take place at […]

Virtual Community Class: 6-Week Art Series with Marnie

During this 6-week Virtual Community Class series, Marnie Herlands, MS, ATR-BC, LCAT, will demonstrate how to create an accordion book, which involves paper and simple folds, and designing your book utilizing materials of your choosing! Options will be offered to embellish the front and back covers and the pages in your book to reflect your […]

Movement Tip with Jackie

A to Z Movement Challenge – Join AFA’s Jackie Gatto, MS, R-DMT, LCAT-LP, CDP, every Monday for a brief movement tip! Each week, Jackie will provide a movement directive for you to explore at home. Feel free to save and revisit these directives anytime you need to move your body! This week we will explore A […]

Virtual Community Class: Music with Monique & Stephen

Rhythms of Motherhood: Celebrating Moms Through Rhythm – Join Monique & Stephen from SoulWorks Rhythm® for a music-making experiences filled with rhythm and creativity! Therapeutic rhythm making is versatile and easily […]