Our free-standing Assistive Technology lab is located in Rockville, MD and is staffed by an Assistive Technology Specialist. The Assistive Technology Lab provides the space, tools, and support needed for individuals with ALS to live better lives through the use of technology.
Voice banking is a way for people living with ALS to create a synthesized version of their natural speaking voice for use in a speech generating device.
ALS Association staff located in the District of Columbia, Delaware, Kentucky, Maryland, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia have designated time on the fourth Monday of every month so that people with ALS and their caregivers can virtually meet with the local Assistive Technology Specialists for an added layer of technology education and support.
Assistive Technology Week (AT Week) happens annually and features educational sessions by guest speakers, industry experts and professionals to help those with ALS learn about technology to assist with everyday tasks.
Those living with ALS, their families, friends, caregivers, and health care professionals can speak with specialized care services staff regarding many aspects of ALS care, available community resources, and services.
We've shared the story of Wendy and Michael Wilson, a family affected by ALS; but, they both still volunteer their time with us, serving on the local community leadership council in Oklahoma and other committees focused on care services and caregiving.
Dr. Ileana Howard is the Medical Co-Director of VA Puget Sound, an ALS Association Certified Treatment Center of Excellence, and will be joining us at our ALS Nexus conference to share her insights while exploring actionable steps to dismantle barriers to access, from advocating for policy changes to fostering community partnerships, to ensure everyone living with ALS has access to state-of-the-art care.