Virtual Community Class: Barre Fitness
Join AFA’s Manager of Therapeutic Programming, Jackie, MS, R-DMT, LCAT-LP, CDP, for a barre fitness class! Jackie is a certified barre instructor and Registered Dance-Movement Therapist. Barre is a blend of Pilates, Yoga, and dance that uses isometric movements to lengthen and strengthen various muscles, focusing on thighs, abs, and seat. In this class, participants […]
Virtual Professional Training: Can Psychological Trauma Increase the Risk of Dementia?
Studies not only focus on finding a cure for Alzheimer’s disease, but also the risk factors as a proactive approach. If we can better understand these factors, then there may be approaches to develop that can reduce dementia cases. This workshop explores recent studies that have discovered the impact of trauma on the brain, especially […]
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, Anthony Ferrara & Friends will perform a variety of familiar songs to enjoy from the comfort of home. Enjoy this relaxing virtual performance by AFA’s beloved […]
Care Connection Webinar: Special Edition – Take Charge! Help Prevent Health Care Fraud and Abuse
The first in a series about Medicare fraud to assist caregivers and their family members, this presentation will give an overview of Medicare fraud and teach individuals how to read their Medicare Summary Notices (MSNs) and Explanation of Benefits (EOBs). We will also discuss using a health care journal, another tool to aid in the detection […]
Virtual Community Class: Trivia Time
Join AFA for some trivia! In this Virtual Community class, you will experience a fun and interactive trivia game. Each session, you will learn about a new topic and explore it from new perspectives. Let’s test our knowledge and learn something new! This event will take place at the AFA Teal Room: www.alzfdn.org/afatealroom.
Webinar: The Apartment-A Guide to Creating a Dementia-Friendly Home
Almost every part of a home can impact quality of life for someone living with a dementia-related illness—even seemingly cosmetic choices like paint colors, patterns and dishware! AFA created The Apartment—a full-scale model studio residence built in its offices—to showcase steps families can take to make their homes more “dementia-friendly.” As part of this webinar, […]
Virtual Community Class: Recreation with Rebecca-Friendship Bracelets
Join Rebecca Gonzalez, recent Therapeutic Recreation graduate, for an inspiring and engaging virtual crafting session! In this virtual crafting session, you will learn how to create your very own friendship bracelets. Before diving into this activity, you will learn what friendship bracelets are and the history behind these beautiful, symbolic bracelets. Following this, you will […]
Virtual Community Class: Chair Yoga Series – Celebrate Life
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 “Celebrate Life”. This event will take place […]
Virtual Community Class: 6-Week Art Series with Marnie
During this 6-Week Virtual Community Class series, Marnie Herlands, MS, ATR-BC, LCAT, Yoga teacher, 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 […]
Movement Tip with Jackie
Movement Scavenger Hunt – 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 Movement Scavenger Hunt. […]
