I AM ALS Town Hall on Synapticure
VirtualGather around, good people! I AM ALS is hosting a Town Hall on Thursday, February 2nd at 5 pm, ET! Brian, Sandra, and I AM ALS’s board will give a presentation on Synapticure, how I AM ALS has taken steps to create an Independent Committee for any matters related to Synapticure, and, of course, answer…
ALS Office Hours
VirtualWho 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…
Let’s Talk About It: Bringing Life into Living with ALS/PLS
VirtualReceiving an ALS diagnosis is devastating for many reasons, including the knowledge that with a progressive loss of function will potentially come the loss of employment and much-loved activities. This is why the Many Shades of ALS (MSOA) team here at I AM ALS wants to talk to you about a powerful antidote to the…
ALS Office Hours
VirtualWho 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…
More Than Our Stories Conference
Virtual or In PersonYes, your stories are compelling. So are your ideas. We are more than our stories. Please join us in person or virtually on February 14 and 15, 2023, for a day of idea-sharing followed by a day of advocacy action. Welcome to the sixth annual MTOS!
ALS Association Greater Sacramento Chapter Support Group Meetings
VirtualThe 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…
ALS Association Greater Sacramento Chapter Support Group Meetings
VirtualThe 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. Tahoe Support Group Meeting (Every third Thursday of every month.)…
ALS Office Hours
VirtualWho 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 Association Greater Sacramento Chapter Support Group Meetings
VirtualThe 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.)…
Les Turner Hope Through Caring Gala
Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel 221 N Columbus Dr, Chicago, IL, United StatesThis is an extraordinary moment in ALS care, research and discovery. Through the efforts of a fiercely determined group of ALS advocates, two new drugs were approved by the FDA to slow the progression of ALS over the last year. A record total of more than 4,000 people living with ALS, caregivers and families received…
Town Hall: Friendships and ALS
VirtualOne of the most common comments we hear is how hard it is to maintain friendships once someone is diagnosed with ALS. Join us to hear examples of friends who are making the best of a bad situation, examples of how to support a friend with ALS, and how people with ALS can continue to support their support squad!
Sharing Success: A Fireside Chat with the 2022 Award Winners
VirtualAn informal conversation with the 2022 Award winners on their careers and their contributions to the field of ALS/MND. Panelists include Sally Light (Humanitarian Award recipient), Dr. Richard Bedlack (Forbes Norris Award recipient), Richard Cave (Allied Health Professional Award recipient).
National ALS Registry: Learn How You Can Join the Fight Against ALS.
VirtualNational ALS Registry: Learn How You Can Join the Fight Against ALS.
ALS & Relationships, Sex, and Intimacy
VirtualAbout the Program A person living with ALS may not feel comfortable addressing relationship, intimacy and sexual health changes that occur during their ALS journey with their healthcare providers. Although their ALS care team is always there to help, they may not feel fully equipped to assist them. The good news is that there are…
ALS Office Hours
VirtualWho 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…
FDA’s Rare Disease Day 2023
VirtualWe are excited to announce FDA’s Rare Disease Day will be on Monday, February 27, 2023 and registration is open for this virtual event. Dr. Robert M. Califf, Commissioner of Food and Drugs, will provide opening remarks to kick off an impactful event for the rare disease community. This year’s theme is “Intersections with Rare Diseases – A patient…
February Social Hour
VirtualFebruary is filled with holidays: Groundhog Day, Valentine’s Day, President’s Day… It also features our monthly social hour, which isn’t technically a holiday, but we still think it’s pretty darn special! For those who may not know, social hour is an hour-long meeting where members of the community can come to hang out, chat, and spend time…
ALS Association Greater Sacramento Chapter Transitions Support Group Meetings
VirtualThe 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.)…
Ask Me Anything ALS – Clinical Trials
VirtualWhile there are currently no cures for ALS, there are numerous clinical trials taking place right now across the country with a goal of finding safe and effective therapies. With the many opportunities available, finding the right fit and participating in a clinical trial can be overwhelming and confusing. You and your loved one may…
ALS Office Hours
VirtualWho 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…