Join Monique & Stephen from SoulWorks Rhythm® for a music experience filled with rhythm and creative music-making experience! Therapeutic rhythm making is a versatile, easily accessible, fun way to reduce stress, boost the immune system and increase socialization. Our programs are designed to engage participants in their creativity, foster physical activity through arm movement, foot […]

Join horticultural therapist Sallie Stutz for a virtual gardening activity. In this virtual class, you will learn all about vines. There are so many varieties of vines. Sallie will talk about some of the most popular ones—grown both outdoors and indoors. Vines have unique features and usually easy to grow. They are one of the […]

Join AFA’s Jackie Gatto, MS, R-DMT, LCAT-LP, CDP, for a low-impact, Rock n’ Roll themed virtual fitness class! In this virtual fitness class, you will follow along simple movements that target all major muscle groups, while focusing on range of motion, strength, posture, and fun! Done both seated and standing, this fitness class is set […]

Music has this uncanny ability to bring back memories. There is something about the catchiness of a melody that can truly stay within our soul. In this virtual Jazz performance, Anthony Ferrara will perform a variety of familiar songs to enjoy from the comfort of home. Enjoy this relaxing virtual performance by one of AFA’s […]

Join AFA for an enriching and fun sing-along! In this Virtual Community Class, song lyrics will be presented on your screen to follow and sing along. Warm up that voice and let’s sing to some amazing music! This event will take place at the AFA Teal Room: www.alzfdn.org/afatealroom.

Join Peter Kendall Clark “The Brownstone Baritone,” creator of “Songs from The Ledge” and soloist with New York City Opera, for a heartwarming virtual performance! Peter has been performing intimate outdoor concerts for his neighbors in Brooklyn Heights since May 2020 (183 performances to date). The nostalgic and romantic music performed will transport you to […]

Spooky Season Series: Toilet Paper Roll Pumpkin Craft & Fun Pumpkin Facts – Join Recreational Therapist Rebecca Gonzalez for a 5-week series to get you in the autumn and “spooky season” spirit! In this first session, you will learn how to make reusable, custom pumpkin decor with supplies you can find in your home. Throughout the […]

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 “embracing change.” This event will take place […]

Watercolor is the easiest, most fun, and versatile medium, perfect for making free-flowing artwork combined with super chill bohemian botanicals. Join art educator and artist Jade Scarlett for a virtual art class that’s all about enjoying the process of creating art without worrying about the result! In this beginner friendly, no-experience-needed class, you will get […]

Join AFA’s Jackie Gatto, MS, R-DMT, LCAT-LP, CDP, for a low-impact virtual fitness class that will get you moving! In this virtual fitness class, you will follow along simple movements that target all major muscle groups, while focusing on range of motion, strength, posture, and fun! Done both seated and standing, this fitness class is […]

Journaling with Judy--When we write our thoughts down daily, as in a journal, it can help us in so many ways: formulating our goals, problem solving, tracking progress and growth, gaining self-confidence, improving writing and communication skills, and reducing stress and anxiety. Studies have shown that writing heals. A daily journal helps to keep track […]

Join AFA for an enriching and fun sing-along! In this AFA Virtual Community Class, song lyrics will be presented on your screen to follow and sing along. Warm up that voice and lets sing to some amazing music! This event will take place at the AFA Teal Room: www.alzfdn.org/afatealroom.

Join Kathryne 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. Then you will  create a story for one of the art […]

Spooky Season Series: 3 Easy Decor Activities To Get You Ready for Fall/Halloween– Join Recreational Therapist Rebecca Gonzalez for a 5-week series to get you in the autumn and “Spooky Season” spirit! In this second session, you will learn 3 fun and easy activities to decorate your house/environment for the fall season. Each activity will […]

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 “go with the flow.” This event will […]

Music has this uncanny ability to bring back memories. There is something about the catchiness of a melody that can truly stay within our soul. In this virtual Jazz performance, […]

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 […]

Vita Story Club is an organization that is passionate about their mission to promote healthy aging, combat ageism, and reduce social isolation in older adults by sharing and preserving their […]

Join AFA for a relaxing and meditative experience! In this Virtual Community Class, relaxing images and soft music will guide you into a relaxing and calm state. Use this time […]

Lets get in the kitchen and cook something good for our soul and brain health! This class will focus on pumpkins, as well as some other healthy ingredients and how to […]

Pizza Skull Head Cooking Activity & Dia De Muertos– Join Recreational Therapist Rebecca Gonzalez for a 5-week series to get you in the autumn and “spooky season” spirit! In this […]

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 […]

Join AFA for a Broadway and golden oldies music performance! The Caravan of Angels Foundation is a nonprofit organization that makes theater more accessible by bringing professional singers out into […]

Join AFA’s Jackie Gatto, MS, R-DMT, LCAT-LP, CDP, for a low-impact chair fitness class to energize your day! Driven by the up-lifting beats of Funk and Disco music, this class […]

During this AFA Virtual Community Class, Marnie will guide you through an art experiential process which promotes fun, creative self-expression and spontaneity! Participants will be led through a brief mindful […]

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 […]

Songs from the Movies – Part II: In July, Lianne & Luke created an episode called “Songs from the Movies,” and this episode will expand on those themes with all […]

All You Need to Know About Crystals – Join Recreational Therapist Rebecca Gonzalez for a 5-week series to get you in the autumn and “spooky season” spirit! In this fourth session, you will explore and learn about what crystals are and the benefits of owning crystals. Rebecca will teach you all about crystals, where crystals came […]

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 “movement.” This event will take place at […]

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 performance. All are welcome to sing along, move to the music, and enjoy listening while reminiscing. Song list: Cry Me A River/ by Arthur Hamilton Lollipop/ by Beverly […]

Join AFA for a relaxing and meditative 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. Find a comfortable place to rest to relax and refresh! This event will take place […]

Join artist Marie McLaughlin for a virtual art experience! In this session, you will create a self-portrait by simply looking into a mirror and drawing what you see! Marie will provide a variety of techniques. You will be given opportunities to draw creatively and express your true self. List of supplies: Paper no larger than […]

Join AFA for an enriching and fun sing-along! In this Virtual Community Class, song lyrics will be presented on your screen to follow and sing along. Warm up that voice and let’s sing to some amazing music of Dean Martin! This event will take place at the AFA Teal Room: www.alzfdn.org/afatealroom.  

Music with Monique & Stephen: Haunted Beats: Happy Hallowrhythms! - Join Monique & Stephen from SoulWorks Rhythm® for an experience filled with rhythm and creative music-making! Therapeutic rhythm making is a versatile, easily accessible, fun way to reduce stress, boost the immune system and increase socialization. These programs are designed to engage participants in their […]

Tarot Cards—Explained – Join Recreational Therapist Rebecca Gonzalez to get you in the autumn and “spooky season” spirit! In this session, Rebecca will explain tarot cards, show you the differences between tarot and oracle cards, why they are used, how to find a deck, and much more. This educational session will get your curiosity to grow […]

Join AFA’s Manager of Therapeutic Programing Jackie Gatto, MS, R-DMT, LCAT-LP, CDP,  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 […]

Roses Can Be Any Color: Roses are red….or blue or green or orange or any color you want them to be.  Hannah guides us through a fun (yes, you get to scribble!) way to create with crayons and paint. Supplies: Mixed media paper Paper plate Paper towels Sponges or brushes Paint Crayons Water Imagination This […]

Join AFA for an enriching and fun sing-along! In this Virtual Community Class, song lyrics will be presented on your screen to follow and sing along. Warm up that voice and lets sing to some amazing music! Today's theme: Candy Songs for National Candy Day. This event will take place at the AFA Teal Room: www.alzfdn.org/afatealroom.

Join Kathryne 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 […]

Join Recreational Therapist Rebecca Gonzalez for a fall-themed craft! In this virtual crafting session, you will dig deep into your heart, find the things you are most grateful and create […]