Brain Fitness Academy
New Semester Starting in September 2024
ANNOUNCEMENT: ENRICHING THE LIVES OF INDIVIDUALS WITH MEMORY CHALLENGES
Brain Fitness Academy, a Ministry of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church of Greater Orlando announces the Fall 2024 Semester of this success-based curriculum, available to people in Seminole and Orange Counties who are experiencing early memory changes and cognitive loss. This is an established program throughout Central Florida. In 2013, the Brain Fitness Academy curriculum won the International Council on Active Aging’s Innovators Achievement Award. These days, everyone is concerned about memory health and memory preservation.
WHEN: The structured 14-week program meets in small group sessions on Tuesday and Thursday, 9:30 am-1:30 pm on the campus of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Maitland. The Fall Semester begins on Thursday, September 5th through Thursday, December 19th.
WHAT TO EXPECT: Participants work on cognitive activities to strengthen language, motor and memory skills via brain exercises and word games, storytelling, sequencing activities, gratitude journaling and more. Other important hallmarks of the curriculum include light aerobic exercise, socialization, Art and Music enrichment, cardio drumming, cooking, all of which strengthen speed of processing, retention, recall, memory and concentration. These modalities have been proven to keep individuals stable for longer, improve quality of life and self-confidence, health and well-being, as well as reduce isolation. Members must be self-sufficient (able to walk, feed oneself, and toilet). The goal is to slow the progression of cognitive changes and teach lifestyle adaptations while having fun in a safe and supportive environment. The program has a nurse Facilitator, a Director, trained Volunteers, and welcomes Guest presenters.
COST: Tuition for the 14-week Semester (28 classes) is unchanged at $1000 to cover salaries and expenses. Support, education and resources are available for caregivers with additional psychosocial needs, as well. Members bring their lunch.
WHY: Cognitive disease is one of the top health crises of this century, devastating families, destroying one’s memories and making it difficult for people to live fulfilling and independent lives. However, memory loss does NOT mean the end of living. Memories do Matter and we are passionate about supporting older adults!
CONTACT: Applications are being accepted now for Fall 2024. For information, an application and interview, please contact Director, Christine Rothenberger at 407-765-1770; crothenberger@cfl.rr.com
