I AM ALS Support Group for people who are current primary caregivers to a loved one with ALS.

Zoom

I AM ALS offers weekly virtual support groups for people who are living with and impacted by ALS. Each group provides a space for people to connect with others who can relate to what they’re going through, and receive emotional support.' Second Wednesday of every month from 12-1 p.m. CST is for people who are…

Event Series I AM ALS Legislative Affairs Team

I AM ALS Legislative Affairs Team

Zoom

The Legislative Affairs Team seeks to empower and support the ALS community in their legislative advocacy efforts. They strive to build a team of passionate revolutionaries who together will develop meaningful relationships with federal legislators to secure public policies that will expand access to clinical trials, accelerate ALS therapies, eliminate access barriers, and support those…

Free
Event Series Caregiver to Caregiver

Caregiver to Caregiver

3:00pm ET Come share the informal gathering designed to offer genuine support for those engaged in ALS caregiving. Enjoy the opportunity to be with other folks who have an intimate understanding of ALS and share your unique point of view as a caregiver. It is truly a wonderful experience to sit in council with ALS…

American Academy of Neurology (AAN) Annual Meeting

The AAN Annual Meeting is the largest gathering of neurologists and neuroscience professionals and offers top-tier education, the latest in scientific discoveries, and an abundance of opportunities to connect with friends and colleagues from around the globe.

WilCo Track and Field Club 5k to Beat ALS

This is a certified 5k and 1k Fun Run on April 13, 2024 to raise funds for the Division of Neuromuscular Disorders at Vanderbilt University Medical Center (ALS Research).  This event is organized by Stacey Baker, whose sister was diagnosed with ALS in 2022. As an avid runner and board member at WilCo Track Club,…

25 – 40

Hope Through Caring Gala

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel 221 N Columbus Dr, Chicago, IL, United States

The Hope Through Caring Gala brings together the top minds in ALS research and care, advocacy, industry, and, most importantly, people living with ALS and their families, for one of Chicago's most elegant and prestigious black-tie optional events of the year. Save the date for Saturday, April 13 to celebrate an extraordinary time in ALS research, care, and discovery.…

Navigating Advanced Directives

Virtual

About the talk:  Advanced directives are legal documents that provide instructions for medical care. When living with ALS, it is important to think ahead about what kind of care you may want in the future. Advanced directives are a way to ensure that you, your family, and your ALS care team are all on the same…

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.*

Trivia Hour

Zoom

How old is the world’s oldest piece of chewing gum? What is a group of unicorns called? What is the most common color of toilet paper in France? And most importantly, why am I asking these ridiculous questions? Well, it’s because I AM ALS is hosting a trivia hour! (Don’t worry, it’s multiple choice, so…

I AM ALS Support Group for people who are loved ones of someone living with ALS.

Zoom

I AM ALS offers weekly virtual support groups for people who are living with and impacted by ALS. Each group provides a space for people to connect with others who can relate to what they’re going through, and receive emotional support. Third Wednesday of every month from 12-1 p.m. CST: People who are loved ones of…

ALS Town Hall: Discover Roon – Your Ultimate ALS Resource

Virtual

Discover Roon: Your Ultimate ALS Resource for Answers to All Your Questions: Wednesday, April 17, 2024 | 3:00 - 4:00pm EDT Join us on April 17, 2024 for an ALS Town Hall led by Roon. Through Roon, a completely free app and website, you can find curated short videos answering thousands of the top questions that…

Event Series I AM ALS Legislative Affairs Team

I AM ALS Legislative Affairs Team

Zoom

The Legislative Affairs Team seeks to empower and support the ALS community in their legislative advocacy efforts. They strive to build a team of passionate revolutionaries who together will develop meaningful relationships with federal legislators to secure public policies that will expand access to clinical trials, accelerate ALS therapies, eliminate access barriers, and support those…

Free
Event Series Men of ALS

Men of ALS

2:00pm ET Enjoy the connection and unique perspective of other men living with ALS, male caregivers of persons living with ALS, sons of those with ALS, or any man touched by the disease. We will gather in council to share our experiences with the broad motivation to bring heartfelt connections and healing to the ALS…