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Art with Hearts Need Art: Creature Collaborations
Art with Hearts Need Art: Creature Collaborations
Presented by: Catherine Particini, Artist-in-Residence; Richard Wimore, Director of Storytelling Join Hearts Need Art’s Catherine Particini and Richard Wimore for a virtual visual arts session: Creature Collaborations! Catherine will teach Richard a fun way to get silly and creative with friends and family using paper, scissors, and crayons or markers. Take turns drawing parts of […]
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Virtual Community Class: Movin’ to Motown
Virtual Community Class: Movin’ to Motown
Movin' to Motown Presented by: AFA’s Jackie Join AFA’s Jackie Gatto, MS, R-DMT, LCAT-LP, CDP, for a low-impact virtual fitness class that will get you moving! You will follow 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 […]
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Virtual Community Class: Art with Margalit
Virtual Community Class: Art with Margalit
Art with Margalit Presented by: Margalit Cutler Join art educator Margalit Cutler for a winter-inspired craft! This craft creates a warm ambiance during the time of the year that doesn’t get much sun. We will create tissue paper covered jars that glow. You will cover a clear, glass jar in an abstract pattern by ripping […]
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Care Connection Webinar: Depression in Older People with Cognitive Impairment
Care Connection Webinar: Depression in Older People with Cognitive Impairment
Click here to register Sometimes older people with cognitive impairment experience depression. This presentation will review how common that is, how professionals and family members can identify depression, and what can be done about it. About the speaker: Gregory A. Hinrichsen, Ph.D. Associate Clinical Professor, Dept. of Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine, Icahn […]
Virtual Community Class: Piano Concert with Steven
Virtual Community Class: Piano Concert with Steven
Piano Concert with Steven Presented by: Steven Carl McCasland Join Pianist and Singer Steven Carl McCasland for a virtual piano concert! This performance will feature familiar songs from George and Ira Gershwin to elicit memories and encourage reminiscence. Steven will tell you about the Gershwin brothers and the song's history between each piece. So, let's […]
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Virtual Community Class: Relax & Refresh – Darling Dogs
Virtual Community Class: Relax & Refresh – Darling Dogs
Relax & Refresh: Darling Dogs Presented by: AFA Join AFA for a relaxing and meditative experience! In this virtual community class, images and soft music will guide you into a […]
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Virtual Community Class: Chair Yoga with Sheryl
Virtual Community Class: Chair Yoga with Sheryl
Chair Yoga with Sheryl: Love Presented by: Sheryl Oleksak, 500 ERYT Join Sheryl Oleksak, 500 ERYT, for a chair yoga series that will open your heart and connect your mind […]
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Virtual Community Class: Cooking with Melissa
Virtual Community Class: Cooking with Melissa
Cooking with Melissa: Let’s Do Lunch: Lunchtime Favorites the Heart-Healthy Way Presented by: Melissa Gallagher-Cashman, CTRS, CDP, CADDCT, CMDCP, NASM-CPT Join Recreational Therapist Melissa Gallagher-Cashman for a 4-part virtual cooking […]
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Virtual Community Class: Love Songs Concert
Virtual Community Class: Love Songs Concert
Love Songs Concert with The Caravan of Angels Join AFA for a Valentine’s Day themed music performance with The Caravan of Angels! The Caravan of Angels Foundation is a nonprofit […]
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Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities & Dementia 101
Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities & Dementia 101
Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities & Dementia 101 Location: LIVE Interactive Webinar Date: February 15, 2022 Time: 10:00 am-11:00 am CST Click here to register Course Description: In this LIVE interactive […]
Virtual Community Class: Rock n’ Fit
Virtual Community Class: Rock n’ Fit
Rock n’ Fit Presented by: AFA’s Jackie Join AFA’s Jackie Gatto, MS, R-DMT, LCAT-LP, CDP, for a low-impact, Rock n’ Roll-themed virtual fitness class! You will follow simple movements that […]
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Educating America Tour: Florida
Educating America Tour: Florida
Click here to register Conference Agenda 10 am – 10:15 am ET Welcome & About AFA Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr. President & CEO, Alzheimer’s Foundation of America […]
Virtual Community Class: Art with Marie
Virtual Community Class: Art with Marie
Art with Marie Presented by: Marie McLaughlin Join Marie McLaughlin for a virtual art experience! This class will be a step-by- step demonstration of how to make a small sculpture […]
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Virtual Community Class: Songs to Remember with Sarah
Virtual Community Class: Songs to Remember with Sarah
Songs to Remember with Sarah: Ferocious Females for February Presented by: Sarah Ellis Ferocious Females for February is an ode to a few of the strong, tenacious, resilient female icons […]
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Virtual Community Class: Creative Arts with Marnie
Virtual Community Class: Creative Arts with Marnie
Creative Arts with Marnie Presented by: Marnie Herlands, MS, ATR-BC, LCAT, Yoga teacher Join Art Therapist Marnie Herlands, MS, ATR-BC, LCAT, for a virtual art experience! You will create colorful […]
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Virtual Community Class: Chair Yoga with Sheryl
Virtual Community Class: Chair Yoga with Sheryl
Chair Yoga with Sheryl: Joy Presented by: Sheryl Oleksak, 500 ERYT Join Sheryl Oleksak, 500 ERYT, for a chair yoga series that will open your heart and connect your mind […]
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Virtual Community Class: Cooking with Melissa
Virtual Community Class: Cooking with Melissa
Cooking with Melissa: Snack Your Way to A Healthy Heart Presented by: Melissa Gallagher-Cashman, CTRS, CDP, CADDCT, CMDCP, NASM-CPT Join Recreational Therapist Melissa Gallagher-Cashman for a 4-part virtual cooking class […]
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Virtual Community Class: Jazz with Anthony
Virtual Community Class: Jazz with Anthony
Jazz with Anthony Presented by: Anthony Ferrara Music has an uncanny ability to bring back memories. There is something about the catchiness of a melody that can truly stay within […]
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Virtual Community Class: Literature with Laurel
Virtual Community Class: Literature with Laurel
Literature with Laurel - The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot Presented by: AFA’s Laurel Welcome to Literature with Laurel! Laurel Gumpert, MPH, MBA, CHES, will dive deep […]
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Creating a Dementia-Friendly Home with The Apartment (Part 1)
Creating a Dementia-Friendly Home with The Apartment (Part 1)
Creating a Dementia-Friendly Home with The Apartment (Part 1) February 23 @ 1:00 PM EST Click here to register Presented by: Linda Mockler, LMSW, M.Ed, AFA Social Worker This […]
Virtual Community Class: Gardening with Sallie
Virtual Community Class: Gardening with Sallie
Gardening with Sallie Presented by: Sallie Stutz Join Horticultural Therapist Sallie Stutz for a virtual gardening activity! You will learn all about beautiful pothos and philodendrons. In celebration of Valentine’s […]
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Virtual Community Class: Sing with Suzanne
Virtual Community Class: Sing with Suzanne
Sing with Suzanne Presented by: Suzanne Dressler Join professional actor and singer Suzanne Dressler for a beautiful virtual music performance! In this performance, Suzanne will sing familiar tunes from the […]
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Virtual Community Class: Book Club with Reading2Connect
Virtual Community Class: Book Club with Reading2Connect
Book Club with Reading2Connect Presented by: Marisa Valenti Join Marisa Valenti from Reading2Connect for a virtual book club and reading activity! You will be given the opportunity to read on […]
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Virtual Community Class: Chair Yoga with Sheryl
Virtual Community Class: Chair Yoga with Sheryl
Chair Yoga with Sheryl: Embrace Here and Now Presented by: Sheryl Oleksak, 500 ERYT Join Sheryl Oleksak, 500 ERYT, for a chair yoga series that will open your heart and […]
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Virtual Community Class: Cooking with Melissa
Virtual Community Class: Cooking with Melissa
Cooking with Melissa: “Dinner Is Served…The Heart Healthy Way” Presented by: Melissa Gallagher-Cashman, CTRS, CDP, CADDCT, CMDCP, NASM-CPT Join Recreational Therapist Melissa Gallagher-Cashman for a 4-part virtual cooking class series! […]
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Virtual Community Class: Music with Monique & Stephen
Virtual Community Class: Music with Monique & Stephen
Music with Monique & Stephen: Mardi Gras Beats! Presented by: SoulWorks Rhythm® Join Monique & Stephen from SoulWorks Rhythm® for an experience filled with rhythm and creative music-making! Therapeutic rhythm […]
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Virtual Community Class: Storytelling & Art with Kathryne
Virtual Community Class: Storytelling & Art with Kathryne
Storytelling & Art with Kathryne March 1 @ 2:30 pm Presented by: Kathryne Fassbender, CDCS Join Kathryne for an inspiring storytelling session! You will examine history, art, culture, and other […]
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Virtual Community Class: Music Performance by Maya
Virtual Community Class: Music Performance by Maya
Music Performance by Maya March 2 @ 2:30pm Presented by: Maya Goldman Join former Broadway performer Maya Goldman in this virtual music performance! Maya will sing familiar songs from the […]
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Virtual Community Class: Trivia Time: All About Outer Space
Virtual Community Class: Trivia Time: All About Outer Space
Trivia Time: All About Outer Space March 3 @ 2:30pm Presented by: AFA Join AFA for some trivia! In this virtual community class, you will experience a fun and interactive […]
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Virtual Community Class: Book Club with Reading2Connect
Virtual Community Class: Book Club with Reading2Connect
Book Club with Reading2Connect March 4 @ 2:30pm Presented by: Marisa Valenti Join Marisa Valenti, from Reading2Connect, for a virtual book club and reading activity! You will be given opportunities […]
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Virtual Community Class: Chair Yoga with Sheryl – Gratitude
Virtual Community Class: Chair Yoga with Sheryl – Gratitude
Chair Yoga with Sheryl: Gratitude March 5 @ 2:30pm Presented by: Sheryl Oleksak, 500 ERYT Join Sheryl Oleksak, 500 ERYT, for a chair yoga series that will open your heart […]
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