Week of Events
Virtual Community Class: Music with Monique & Stephen: Sounds of Sandwiches!
Virtual Community Class: Music with Monique & Stephen: Sounds of Sandwiches!
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 rhythm-filled and creative music-making experience! In this session, you will discover the Sounds of Sandwiches! (To honor National Sandwich Day that was on Nov 3)! Grab […]
Activity Tip for the Week: Honoring Veterans for Veterans Day
Activity Tip for the Week: Honoring Veterans for Veterans Day
This Wednesday is Veterans' Day. Let’s honor our Veterans with this week’s Activity Tip! Send a care package: operationgratitude.com A letter: amillionthanks.org A card: operationthankyou.org This event will take place on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.
Virtual Community Class: Art with Marnie
Virtual Community Class: Art with Marnie
Join Marnie Herlands, MS, ART-BC, LCAT for a virtual art therapy session. During this virtual community art session, you will be led through a brief mindfulness practice and then experiment with printmaking. Mindfulness is a practice which involves being present in the moment and noticing your thoughts and feelings without judging or trying to change […]
Educating America Tour: Utah
Educating America Tour: Utah
To protect the health and safety of participants and staff during the COVID-19 pandemic, this conference will be held virtually over the Internet. Click here to register Conference Agenda 10:00 am – 10:15 am (Mountain Time) Welcome & About AFA Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr. President & CEO, Alzheimer’s Foundation of America 10:15 am – […]
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. This virtual community […]
Virtual Community Class: Music Performance by Anthony & Friends
Virtual Community Class: Music Performance by Anthony & Friends
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 and songs from a variety of composers, in this incredible virtual performance. Enjoy this relaxing virtual performance […]
Virtual Voyage Wednesday: Ski Dubai Tour – Watch Party!
Virtual Voyage Wednesday: Ski Dubai Tour – Watch Party!
Join AFA for Virtual Voyage Wednesday! Every Wednesday evening, we will take you on virtual tour around the world, from the comfort of home. For this week's Virtual Voyage Wednesday, we will premiere Ski Dubai: A Snow Park in the Desert! You will witness a crazy ski attraction inside the Mall of Emirates. This event […]
Care Connection Webinar: Medications and Your Memory
Care Connection Webinar: Medications and Your Memory
This presentation will cover medications that can affect memory and cognition (both adversely and positively), the myths and facts about supplements to improve memory, and general helpful hints on how to manage your medications safely at home. Click here to register Guest speaker: Judith L. Beizer, PharmD, BCGP, FASCP, AGSF Clinical Professor Clinical […]
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 […]
Life Story Snip-Its with Vita Story Club
Life Story Snip-Its with Vita Story Club
Life-Story Snip-Its is a short program presented every Thursday in November & December to spark memories and encourage discussion! Every week, a Vita Story Club facilitator will present a themed story prompt for you to explore independently or share with a loved one. This event will take place on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.
Activity Tip for the Weekend: Fall Themed Coloring Pages
Activity Tip for the Weekend: Fall Themed Coloring Pages
Coloring can be such a relaxing and rewarding activity. In this weekend’s activity tip, Jackie will provide some great resources for fall-themed coloring pages! This event will take place on AFA’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/alzheimersfoundationofamerica.
Webinar: The Importance of Memory Screenings
Webinar: The Importance of Memory Screenings
Memory screenings are an easy, important part of your health and wellness. This webinar will explain what a memory screening is, why it's important for everyone and how you can get one for free! Presented by: Donna de Levante Raphael Director, National Memory Screening, Alzheimer's Foundation of America Click here to register
Virtual Community Class: Music & Movement with InstruMix
Virtual Community Class: Music & Movement with InstruMix
Join Aysha for a fun, rhythmic and music-driven virtual music and movement class! InstruMix is a fun and engaging music and movement exercise program! During the InstruMix program, you will execute range of motion movements, while playing 5 different percussion instruments: egg shakers, sticks, bells, castanets, and scarves. It can be done seated or standing, […]
Virtual Community Class: Chinese Brush Painting Series: Pine Tree
Virtual Community Class: Chinese Brush Painting Series: Pine Tree
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 Pine Tree. Supplies: Watercolor, ink, paint brush, color palette or a plate, a cup, rice paper (substitutes may be used) This virtual community class will […]