Alzheimer's Foundation of America
Linda Cholodenko is an experienced educator and teaching artist, currently serving as a Teaching Artist for Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts since 1997. Linda designs and facilitates interactive workshops for individuals with dementia and their care partners, focusing on creativity and socialization. Additionally, Linda is involved with multiple organizations including the Alzheimer's Foundation of America, where participation in the Teal Café- TimeSlips program occurs, and the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan through The Memory Project, which offers music and movement workshops for those with memory loss. As a curriculum developer for Partnership with Children, Linda collaborates with teaching artists and social workers to implement trauma-informed practices. Other roles include leading movement and music classes at 305 West End Assisted Living and presenting the TimeSlips program to promote creativity. Furthermore, Linda consults for Dancing Classrooms New York City, contributing to their Sensory Steps program for students with ASD. Linda holds certifications from TimeSlips and completed education at Hunter College from 2002 to 2004.
Alzheimer's Foundation of America
The Alzheimer's Foundation of America (AFA)'s mission is ”to provide support, services and education to individuals, families and caregivers affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias nationwide, and fund research for better treatment and a cure." AFA unites more than 2,000 member organizations from coast-to-coast that are dedicated to meeting the educational, social, emotional and practical needs of individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related illnesses, and their caregivers and families. Under AFA's umbrella, these organizations collaborate on education, resources, best practices and advocacy —all resulting in better care for those affected by the disease. AFA believes that by raising awareness of the disease and educating healthcare professionals and the public at large, we will: help remove the fear and denial surrounding Alzheimer’s disease and related illnesses, lead to early detection and proper treatment, prompt greater utilization of community resources and ultimately improve quality of life.