Alzheimer's
Foundation of America

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. Each performer will take turns soloing and then re-state the melodic hook of the song. Enjoy this […]

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 group incorporates dance and movement to awaken the body and inspire the soul. A variety of props will be used to encourage participants to move the body in different […]

This event will take place on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.

Learn music-based coping techniques from Board Certified Music Therapist, Ariel Weissberger, MA, MT-BC, LCAT of Berko Music Therapy! This session will include live music and opportunities to actively participate by listening, singing along, and playing along with instruments made from items found at home. This engaging workshop will leave you feeling inspired, connected and joyful! […]

Week #3 – DIY Planner: Join Rebecca, a Long Island-based artist and therapeutic recreation student from Cortland University, for a  4-week craft series. In today’s session we will create DIY Planners! Life can get very busy, from scheduling appointments to social events with loved ones. Rebecca will show you how to create your own one-of-a-kind […]

During this time of uncertainty, caregivers are the powerhouse of compassion and the first to be there, for individuals who need it the most. Today is your day! In this series, AFA’s Manager of Therapeutic Programming, Jackie, MS, R-DMT, will provide a variety of self-care techniques for you to spark up your spirits and enrich […]

This event will take place on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.

Join Emily Sharp, LCAT, ATR-BC, RYT-200, for virtual Art Therapy! During this virtual session, you will be guided to create a still life drawing of a bowl of fruit. You will also explore a mindfulness activity, where you will tune into the five senses. You are welcome to use any art making materials that you […]

Join AFA’s Manager of Therapeutic Programming, Jackie, MS, R-DMT 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 will use […]

Expressive Magazine Collage: Join Margalit Cutler for an adventurous expressive collage class! In this virtual art class, you will think of an emotion and depict this emotion through paper collage using color, shapes, and the images they cut out. Using magazines, newspapers, and any gluing material available on hand, you will rip and cut pieces […]