Being a family caregiver, while a fulfilling role, can consume a great deal of physical, mental, and emotional energy. The Respite Care for ALS Caregivers Program in Florida allows a family caregiver the opportunity to take a much-needed break from the daily care they provide for their loved one.
The Hugh and Herbert Hoffman ALS Impact Fund is designated to advancing promising ALS therapies, developing new or strengthening existing ALS clinics, and enhancing access to ALS care for people living with ALS. It will specifically fund three programs in the areas of ALS research and care.
ALS took away Matt Fleming's ability to run, something that he LOVED to do. But ALS can not stop Matt from moving forward or pushing others to move forward in the fight against the disease.
One of the leading researchers working to better understand what is going on at the earliest stages of the disease is Michael Benatar, M.D., Ph.D., a professor of neurology at the University of Miami. Through his research, he is identifying biomarkers that could be used to predict who is likely to develop ALS and when, as well as helping develop treatments that could potentially delay or prevent the onset of symptoms. And we are thrilled to announce he will be joining us at ALS Nexus in July to talk about this very important work.