The ALS Association, MN/ND/SD Chapter

ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) is a degenerative disease of the central nervous system, characterized by the death of the motor neurons (specific nerve cells). ALS results in gradual, progressive weakness and wasting away of voluntary muscles, often leading to total paralysis. The life expectancy of a person living with ALS is usually two to five years from diagnosis.

There is no known cause of cure for ALS, but advances in medical technology are allowing people with ALS to lead more independent and productive lives. Research continues in hopes of discovering a cause and a cure.

Every week an average of two Minnesotans are diagnosed with ALS and two succumb to the disease. On average in North Dakota, one person is diagnosed each month and one person dies from ALS. There are 400 people living with ALS in Minnesota, 45 in North Dakota and 56 in South Dakota and 30,000 people nationwide.

Our Mission is: Until there is a cure, empower people with Lou Gehrig's Disease and their families to live fuller lives by providing them with compassionate care and support while contributing to the fight to treat and cure ALS through global research and advocacy.

Services Offered to Person with ALS:

• Hrbek-Sing Communication and Assistive Device Program
• Jack Norton Family Respite Care Program
• Durable Medical Equipment Loan Pool
• Occupational Therapy/Physical Therapy Program
• Support groups
• Volunteer Program
• Consultation and Support
• Electronic newsletters and lending library
• Advocacy

Location

333 North Washington Avenue
Minneapolis MN, 55401

http://www.alsmn.org
612.672.0484