For People with ALS and Caregivers
Information for people with ALS, their families and caregivers
One of the major purposes of The ALS Association is to help ALS patients and their families live as full and normal a life as possible. We believe that the ALS patients and families using information on this website as a guide will be better able to cope with the day-to-day challenges of living with ALS.
While deservedly much attention is directed to the education and support of patients with ALS, The ALS Association also recognizes the tremendous responsibilities the family caregivers assume.
In support of the education, resource and support needs of ALS patients and family caregivers, The ALS Association offers the following programs and services through its network of chapters, support groups, certified clinical centers and the National Office.
Latest News
ALS Advocate to Serve on California Stem Cell Agency's Governing Board
November 21, 2012The ALS Association congratulates Diane Winokur on her recent appointment as the ALS and MS representative of the Independent Citizen’s Oversight Committee.
The ALS Association Pays Tribute to Caregivers During National Family Caregivers Month
November 2, 2012The ALS Association Thanks Major & Minor League Baseball for Their Ongoing Support in the Fight Against Lou Gehrig’s Disease
October 26, 2012The ALS Association Offers Guide to Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit
October 23, 2012The ALS Association encourages people with ALS who are enrolled in Medicare to be aware of the annual Open Enrollment period, which takes place between October 15 and December 7, 2012.
Newly Diagnosed?
Receiving a diagnosis of ALS is challenging and overwhelming. There is so much to know, a great deal to consider, and typically a host of questions. The ALS Association is dedicated to providing you and your family and friends the information, support and resources you need to effectively live with ALS.
Click here for answers to questions you may have.
- Reading Materials
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- Library Order Form
- Information for kids
Interested in Clinical Trials?
- Search our up-to-date database at http://www.alsconsortium.org/search.php
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Resources
As a service to the ALS community, we have provided various resources, including publications and videos produced by The Association.
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