An open, supportive monthly bereavement group for anyone (family, friend, etc.) who has lost a loved one to ALS within the past year. This group will provide a place to connect with others who have experienced the loss of a loved one to ALS; stories will be told, feelings will be explored, and information will […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.*
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 […]
A new approach to genetic testing for patients and family members at risk of ALS Wednesday, April 3, 2024 | 3:00 - 4:00pm EDT Participate in our upcoming ALS Town Hall on April 3rd to hear how ALS scientists, advocates, innovators, and gene carriers have collaborated to develop the "Light the Way" program. With the […]
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 together. We know that the ALS community works hard to advocate for better lives for people living with and impacted by ALS. But we also know that part of […]
Thursday, March 28 - 12 - 1 PM CST About the Program: Join us for our March ALS Learning Series, where team members and people living with ALS will explore the crucial role of collaboration in delivering holistic care. Discover how multidisciplinary clinics can help people living with ALS to live longer and with a […]
March 27, 2024 8:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada) This webinar will provide information on ALS/MND platform trials. We will hear from HEALEY, MAGNET and SMART. They will update us on their approach, recruitment, trial eligibility and their latest news. Moderator: Dr. Nicholas Cole – Chair of Scientific Advisory Council Panel: Dr. […]
An open, supportive monthly bereavement group for anyone (family, friend, etc.) who has lost a loved one to ALS within the past year. This group will provide a place to connect with others who have experienced the loss of a loved one to ALS; stories will be told, feelings will be explored, and information will […]
Please join us on Thursday, March 21st, at 5:00 pm EST (4:00 pm CST/2:00 pm PST) for a webinar about the HEALEY ALS Platform Trial. Merit Cudkowicz, MD, MSc, and Sabrina Paganoni, MD, PhD, will present updates on the Platform Trial and answer questions from the audience. This week, we will be joined by guest speaker Karen Parada, […]
