Event Series Caregivers-Only Support Group

Caregivers-Only Support Group

Virtual

The Caregivers Only group offers a time to talk about all the issues caregivers face in a non-judgmental, accepting atmosphere without their loved one, who is living with ALS, being present. Caregivers share a common experience; life has become so tumultuous that they often feel exhausted and overwhelmed, hungry for emotional comfort. Together, with the…

Big Feelings in Familial ALS: A Community Conversation about Generational Trauma

When someone is diagnosed with ALS, it can devastate a family. Imagine multiple family members being diagnosed within your lifetime. And knowing that other living family members and future generations might be at risk. Imagine growing up with the specter of ALS chasing you. Being ever-present. Your family tree becomes suspect. Who had it? Who…

Free
Event Series ALS Office Hours

ALS Office Hours

Virtual

Who We Are We are a group of caring people with various lived experiences with ALS, and professional expertise in the field of ALS. We understand the challenges associated with ALS, and simply want to be available to share resources and learnings that may help others. What We Do We make ourselves available for one…

Event Series Caregiver Only Support Group

Caregiver Only Support Group

Virtual

The Caregivers Only group offers a time to talk about all the issues caregivers face in a non-judgmental, accepting atmosphere without their loved one, who is living with ALS, being present. Caregivers share a common experience; life has become so tumultuous that they often feel exhausted and overwhelmed, hungry for emotional comfort. Together, with the…

ALS Association Greater Sacramento Chapter Support Group Meetings

Virtual

The ALS Association Greater Sacramento Chapter is committed to serving the needs of the ALS community during the COVID-19 crisis. We are offering Virtual Support Group Meetings to ensure those living with ALS and their caregivers continue to have access to their networks of support. Sacramento Support Group Meeting (Every third Saturday of every month.)…

Free

Concierto De Esperanza

Concierto De Esperanza  Join us for a musical evening celebrating Latin American music and raising awareness about ALS and Neurodegenerative Diseases in the Latino community.   Saturday, June 17, 2023 6:00PM  to 10:00PM ET Esperanza Arts Center 4261 North 5th Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19140The concert features: Alexa Anderson, soprano; Elizabeth Patterson, soprano; Celeste Camarena Mojica, mezzo soprano; Sergio Gonzalez,…

A Pulmonologist Explains Tracheostomy and Invasive Ventilation for People Living with ALS

Date/Time: Monday, June 19, 2023, at 12:00 p.m. CST Registration Link:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4658833508087010396 About the Program: Not everyone with ALS will need or choose to have a tracheostomy, but there may come a time when it’s necessary for continued breathing. You may have respiratory weakness that can no longer be treated with a mask and non-invasive ventilation.…

Free
Event Series Chicagoland Support Group

Chicagoland Support Group

Virtual

Meets the Third Tuesday of each month from 1 – 2:30pm Facilitator: Anne Lidsky, PhD Visit: https://lesturnerals.org/support-services/support-groups-education/ to sign up. *Meetings will be held over Zoom and a Zoom invitation will be sent via email once you register for the group.*

Understanding Statistical and Clinical Significance

Presenters: Dr. Jinsy Andrews (Columbia University), Dr. Christina Fournier (Emory University), Dr. Eric Macklin (Mass General Hospital) What do researchers and scientists mean when they describe a study as “statistically significant?” How do people with ALS and clinicians understand whether or not a treatment option is “clinically significant?” Join us for a webinar and panel…

Free

Virtual Youth & Teen Advocacy Day

Rare Disease Legislative Advocates (RDLA) invites members of the rare disease community between 10 and 18 years old to participate in our first Virtual Youth & Teen Advocacy Day. Advocates will have the opportunity to virtually meet with their Members of Congress and share their rare disease story. Prior to meetings with Members of Congress,…

The Artistry of ALS – Panel Discussion

Artist Robert Genn once said, “Art is a form of love. Art is the ultimate gift. Art heals life.” Art is also a force that is alive and well in the ALS community. ALS can be an incredibly confining disease, both emotionally and physically, but art can transcend these confines. Art can provide healing from the…

Event Series ALS Office Hours

ALS Office Hours

Virtual

Who We Are We are a group of caring people with various lived experiences with ALS, and professional expertise in the field of ALS. We understand the challenges associated with ALS, and simply want to be available to share resources and learnings that may help others. What We Do We make ourselves available for one…

ALS TDI Tri-State Trek

The Tri-State Trek is a weekend bike ride to benefit ALS research at the ALS Therapy Development Institute (ALS TDI). All proceeds will help find treatments for ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. We are thrilled to announce that the 2023 Trek will be moving to Northern New England, with a beautiful new route through…

ALS Association Greater Sacramento Chapter Transitions Support Group Meetings

Virtual

The ALS Association Greater Sacramento Chapter is committed to serving the needs of the ALS community during the COVID-19 crisis. We are offering Virtual Support Group Meetings to ensure those living with ALS and their caregivers continue to have access to their networks of support. Transition Support Group Meeting (Every fourth Tuesday of every month.)…

Free

Right Here, Right Now – Comedy Fundraiser for ALS

Miami Improv Comedy Club and Dinner Theater 3450 Northwest 83rd Avenue #224, Doral, FL, United States

We're living 'Right Here, Right Now' Let's gather to laugh and raise funds for ALS Heroes. Jules has always loved stand-up comedy and as his world shifts with ALS, comedy has provided a way for him to disconnect and lighten the mood in an otherwise dark place. Five local comics come together to connect us…

Walnut 5K Run/Walk for ALS

You can register or donate to our online link. We typically get 400-450 participants! Walnut 5K Run/Walk for ALS Saturday, July 1, 2023 8:00 a.m. 323 S, Main St., Walnut, Illinois Starting line is in front of Bureau Valley Elementary Walnut Campus. Check in at park tent south of the school. All proceeds will be…

$20.00

ALS Association Greater Sacramento Chapter Support Group Meetings

Virtual

The ALS Association Greater Sacramento Chapter is committed to serving the needs of the ALS community during the COVID-19 crisis. We are offering Virtual Support Group Meetings to ensure those living with ALS and their caregivers continue to have access to their networks of support. Making Connections Support Group Meeting (Every third Saturday of every…

Free

ENCALS meeting 2023

The ENCALS meeting 2023 will be hosted in Barcelona, Spain from Wednesday 12 to Friday 14 of July 2023. On Tuesday 11 July there will be satellite meetings of all our sponsors and partners.   Local organiser of this meeting is dr. Monica Povedano Panades on behalf of the Bellvitge University Hospital in Barcelona. Registration…

Event Series Caregiver Only Support Group

Caregiver Only Support Group

Virtual

The Caregivers Only group offers a time to talk about all the issues caregivers face in a non-judgmental, accepting atmosphere without their loved one, who is living with ALS, being present. Caregivers share a common experience; life has become so tumultuous that they often feel exhausted and overwhelmed, hungry for emotional comfort. Together, with the…

ALS Association Greater Sacramento Chapter Support Group Meetings

Virtual

The ALS Association Greater Sacramento Chapter is committed to serving the needs of the ALS community during the COVID-19 crisis. We are offering Virtual Support Group Meetings to ensure those living with ALS and their caregivers continue to have access to their networks of support. Sacramento Support Group Meeting (Every third Saturday of every month.)…

Free

A Manual of Instructions: Maps for a Few Dark Places

A Manual of Instructions: Maps for a Few Dark Places featuring Dr. Scott Eberle with an introduction by CCALS Founder, Ron Hoffman Sunday, July 16, 2023 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. ET  It’s not often in life that you get a few maps for how to traverse the dark places of a serious illness. Scott Eberle, MD,…