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: Art with Marnie
Join Marnie Herlands, MS, ART-BC, LCA for a virtual art therapy session! During this virtual class, you will be creating heart shaped pillows, or creating a drawing within the shape of a heart. The process of creating a pillow (which involves sewing or knotting which is repetitive) can be self-soothing and gratifying. Perhaps, your pillow […]
Webinar: Making Alzheimer’s Disease a National Priority: Has the National Alzheimer’s Project Act (NAPA) Fulfilled its Promise?
Click here to register In 2011, Congress passed the National Alzheimer’s Project Act (NAPA) calling for Alzheimer’s disease prevention, treatment, and care to be a priority for the United States and ordered creation of a National Plan to Address Alzheimer’s Disease which, among other goals, called for development of a cure or modifying treatment for […]
Virtual Community Class: Barre Fitness
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 […]
Activity Tip for the Weekend
This event will take place on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.
Virtual Community Class: Music with Monique & Stephen
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 soulful and fun music experience. In this virtual music session, you will find how rhythm is everywhere. If you can say it… You can play it! […]
Virtual Community Class: Gardening with Sallie
Nature is always so restorative! Just putting your hands in soil and feeling it can be so soothing and calming. Join Horticultural Therapist, Sallie Stutz for a virtual gardening class. This virtual gardening class will bring you back in time! Sallie will show you how a garden can serve as a form of aromatherapy and […]
Virtual Community Class: Art Reflections with The American Folk Art Museum
Join Elizabeth Gronke, Registered Art Therapist and Access Educator at The American Folk Art Museum, for a 9-week Art Reflections series! In each virtual class, you will have the opportunity to explore works of art from The American Folk Art Museum’s collection. During this virtual art class, you are encouraged to share your reactions to […]
Activity Tip for the Week
This event will take place on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.
Virtual Community Class: Chair Yoga with Sheryl
Join Sheryl Oleksak, 500 ERYT for a refreshing, virtual yoga class 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. No yoga experience required. This virtual community class will be […]
