As many of you know, my mother, Joyce, passed away from ALS in January 2016. She fought a courageous battle until the very end. She had the specific form of ALS that begins where it ends. Instead of starting in her limbs, it began in her mouth, throat, and lungs. Less than a year after being diagnosed, she passed away with "How Great Thou Art" playing in the background - and even though she hadn't spoken in months, she was able to sing the song! With the last note, she took her last breath and entered Heaven. She never asked, "Why me?" but instead said, "Why not me?" In her memory, I've become an ALS advocate, and I know that one day there will come a time when a cure for ALS is found! - Brittani
Thank you for helping us reach our fund raising goal! Together we can make a difference in the lives of those affected by Lou Gehrig’s Disease. Our team is committed to raising money to support people in our community with ALS and spread awareness of the urgency to find treatment and a cure. Please consider joining our team in the Walk to Defeat ALS® or choose a team member from the list and donate to our cause.
Why We Need Your Help
Often referred to as Lou Gehrig's Disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive, fatal neuromuscular disease that slowly robs the body of its ability to walk, speak, swallow and breathe. The life expectancy of an ALS patient averages 2 to 5 years from the time of diagnosis.
Every 90 minutes a person in this country is diagnosed with ALS and every 90 minutes another person will lose their battle against this disease. ALS occurs throughout the world with no racial, ethnic, or socioeconomic boundaries.
This crippling disease can strike anyone. Presently there is no known cause of the disease yet it still costs loved ones an average of $200,000 a year to provide the care ALS patients need. Help make a difference and donate or join a walk today.
