We’re honored that Active For Life Fitness and our founder, Melissa Renner, were featured in Brain & Life, a national publication by the American Academy of Neurology, in a powerful article titled “Seated Tap Dancing Helps Seniors with Dementia.” The piece highlights how our patented TAP TIME™ program is transforming lives—bringing movement, music, and joy to seniors who may struggle with mobility or cognitive decline.
The article follows the story of a daughter visiting her mother, who lives with vascular dementia, and witnessing a TAP TIME™ class led by Melissa. With smiles, swing music, and tap covers that slip easily over any shoe, the class offered more than just exercise—it created a space for freedom, connection, and fun. Designed specifically for individuals with neurological conditions like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, TAP TIME™ was developed from Melissa’s own passion for both dance and dementia care, blending science, empathy, and rhythm into a program that’s as effective as it is enjoyable. Read the full feature to see how Active For Life is making movement possible—and meaningful—for all.
Read the entire article here: https://www.brainandlife.org/articles/tap-dancing-boosts-mood-and-energy/