Looking for dementia-friendly activities to do with your care partner? Virtual therapeutic activities can be found daily at The AFA Teal Room.
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Spring Art Series: Metamorphosis Collage
Spring Art Series: Metamorphosis Collage
During this class, participants will create a collage from magazines and paper that depicts a time in their life when they have changed. Participants will be encouraged to discuss their experiences of change throughout their life and use this as inspiration to create a collage. Presented by Margalit Cutler. Click here to register
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Educating America Tour: Colorado
Educating America Tour: Colorado
Online registration for this event is now closed, but you can still attend by registering at the door on March 12th starting at 8:30 am. We hope to see you in Denver! Conference Agenda AFA Educating America Tour University of Denver - Craig Hall 1745 S. High Street, Denver 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. […]
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Spring Art Series: Blossoming Paper Bouquets
Spring Art Series: Blossoming Paper Bouquets
During this class, participants will create paper flowers through various techniques. Each participant will look at images of different flowers and discuss their many forms and colors. After this, participants […]
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Disco-Funk Chair Fitness
Disco-Funk Chair Fitness
Join AFA’s recreational therapist Jackie for a mid-afternoon, low-impact chair fitness class to wake you up and energize the rest of your day! Driven by the up-lifting beats of Funk […]
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Broadway Concert
Broadway Concert
Join us for an afternoon of Broadway favorites and oldies classics! The Caravan of Angels Foundation is a nonprofit organization that makes theater more accessible by bringing professional singers out […]
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Virtual Community Class: Chair Yoga with Danielle Vῑryᾱ
Virtual Community Class: Chair Yoga with Danielle Vῑryᾱ
Presented by: Danielle Vῑryᾱ In this 30-minute chair yoga and class, we will be exploring different gentle stretches and movements to bring blood flow into areas that may be neglected […]
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Spring Art Series: Sunshine Splotch Paintings
Spring Art Series: Sunshine Splotch Paintings
During this class, participants will briefly learn about Rorschach ink splotches and explore this interesting art concept themselves! Margalit will provide a variety of techniques for participants to delve into […]
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Care Connection Community Class: Mindful Meditation
Care Connection Community Class: Mindful Meditation
It is so important to find time for ourselves and connect from within. Join AFA’s recreational therapist, Jackie for a relaxing afternoon of meditation! Connect the mind and body through the use of guided mediation and relaxation techniques. After meditation, herbal tea will be served with an open discussion. To protect the health and safety […]
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Virtual Community Class: Art with Marnie: Cultivting Gratitude
Virtual Community Class: Art with Marnie: Cultivting Gratitude
During this class we will be focusing on the theme of gratitude. Participants will learn the steps to create their own gratitude jar or container which can then be utilized to practice cultivating gratitude more regularly. Some benefits of creating art and having a gratitude practice include boosting our mood, increasing emotional resiliency and improving […]
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Virtual Community Class: Barre Fitness
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, […]
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Virtual Community Class: Self-care Sunday: Caregiver Stress Reduction Series
Virtual Community Class: Self-care Sunday: Caregiver Stress Reduction Series
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 […]
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Virtual Community Class: Jazz Concert
Virtual Community Class: Jazz Concert
Join AFA for a music filled virtual performance by the spectacular performers of the Anthony Ferrara Jazz Trio! Enjoy the sweet, familiar sounds of Jazz in the comfort of your home! To protect the health and safety of our participants and staff during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, AFA’s community classes will be held online through […]
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Spring Art Series: Springtime Memory Landscapes
Spring Art Series: Springtime Memory Landscapes
During this class, participants will paint landscapes, using watercolors, inspired by springtime memories. After discussing the emotions, memories, and feelings Springtime brings to everyone, participants will choose from an array of Springtime landscapes to paint. Participants will be encouraged to incorporate what was discussed into their artwork. Presented by Margalit Cutler. To protect the health […]
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Virtual Community Class: Dance with Jackie
Virtual Community Class: Dance with Jackie
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 […]
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Virtual Community Class: Stretch & Flex Fitness
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. To protect the […]
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Virtual Community Class: Staying Connected
Virtual Community Class: Staying Connected
Join Candoo in collaboration with AFA for an educational, virtual technology class! Candoo is a company that provides tech support and training for devices and software applications—from phones, iPads and tablets, Alexa and computers to innovative home sensors and fall detection devices. In this virtual technology class, Candoo Tech founder Liz Hamburg will show how […]
Virtual Community Class: Irish Step Dance Performance
Virtual Community Class: Irish Step Dance Performance
Join us for a breath-taking virtual performance by The New York Studio of Irish Step Dance! The New York Studio of Irish Step Dance’s professional dance company is comprised of accomplished champion dancers. Their members have performed at numerous venues and for business leaders, in addition to nationwide audiences on TV such as FOX, NBC, […]
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Virtual Community Class: Dramatic Improv
Virtual Community Class: Dramatic Improv
To protect the health and safety of our participants and staff during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, AFA’s community classes will be held online through our Facebook page, www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica. Visit the page […]