Week of Events
Virtual Community Class: Art Reflections with The American Folk Art Museum
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
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
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 […]
Virtual Community Class: Mindful Meditation
Virtual Community Class: Mindful Meditation
It is so important to find time for ourselves and connect from within. Join AFA’s Manager of Therapeutic Programming, Jackie, MS, R-DMT for a relaxing afternoon of meditation! Connect the mind and body through the use of guided mediation and relaxation techniques. This virtual community class will be livestreamed through our Facebook page, www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica. Visit the […]
Webinar: Aging Through Traumatic Stress: Analyzing the Effects of Traumatic Stress and Race on Alzheimer’s Disease
Webinar: Aging Through Traumatic Stress: Analyzing the Effects of Traumatic Stress and Race on Alzheimer’s Disease
Recent studies have found that African Americans are twice as likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease, and Hispanic/Latinx one and a half times more likely. Studies are now exploring the risk factors which may contribute to these findings, including healthcare disparities and race-based traumatic stress. This Webinar will explore: Racial disparities among Black, Indigenous and People […]
Virtual Community Class: Chinese Brush Painting
Virtual Community Class: Chinese Brush Painting
Join award-winning Chinese brush painter, Jade Lam for a virtual Chinese Brush Painting class. This class introduces basic concepts and techniques of Chinese brush painting, with a focus on the landscapes of Central Park. Join in for a relaxing virtual class filled with artistic expression, appreciation, and creativity! This virtual community class will be held […]
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 session incorporates dance and movement to awaken the body and inspire the soul. A variety of props may be used to encourage participants to move the body in different […]
Activity Tip for the Weekend
Activity Tip for the Weekend
This event will take place on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.
Virtual Community Class: Music with Ariel
Virtual Community Class: Music with Ariel
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! […]
Facebook Watch Party Concert Series: Bee Gees TV Special 1979
Facebook Watch Party Concert Series: Bee Gees TV Special 1979
Join AFA for our Facebook Watch Party Concert Series! Watch and listen to your favorite artists from your living room every Saturday at 2 pm (ET)! For this virtual concert series, we will premiere "Spirits Having Flown" Bee Gees TV Concert 1979. In 1979, the Bee Gees played the first of their three-night stop at […]