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Summer FUNdraising: San Francisco Marathon
Today is the San Francisco Marathon! If you or a loved one is participating this year, you can start a DIY FUNdraiser and support the ALS community while getting active. Learn more about how you can create your own do-it-yourself (DIY) FUNdraising page at diy.alsnetwork.org.
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Summer FUNdraising: Last Day of July
Today is the last day YOU can participate in our Summer FUNdraising! Support the ALS community this summer and make a gift TODAY at donate.alsnetwork.org.
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*CANCELED* Connect, Support, Chat: Loved Ones Group
*CANCELED* Connect, Support, Chat: Loved Ones Group
Connect, Support, Chat: Loved Ones Group will not meet this August and September. The next meeting will take place on Tuesday, October 1. Facilitator: Kim Venezia, LMFT 510-569-3631 or kvenezia@alsnetwork.org Contact Kim for information on joining the group via Zoom!
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Adaptive Yoga/Assisted Movement and Guided Meditation
Adaptive Yoga/Assisted Movement and Guided Meditation
1st Wednesday each month, 11:30am-12:30pm PT via Zoom. Adaptive Yoga for ALS is a fully seated or reclining practice, using a loved one or partner, to enjoy guided meditation, assisted movement and body work. This class is taught by Laura Nash with Uprising Arts Studio in Marin County. Laura is a certified yoga therapist and…
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Trach and Vent: Connect, Support, Chat
Trach and Vent: Connect, Support, Chat
Trach and Vent: Connect, Support, Chat Contact Facilitators: Robin Eller, RCP: 661-364-1913 or reller@alsnetwork.org or Kathleen Kelsey, RCP: (818) 292-4315 or kkelsey@alsnetwork.org for more information about how to participate via Zoom.
Ventura County Caregiver: Connect, Support, Chat
Ventura County Caregiver: Connect, Support, Chat
Ventura County Caregiver: Connect, Support, Chat Contact Emma for information on how to join virtually using Zoom! Facilitator: Emma Karavardanyan, M.A 747-282-8177 or ekaravardanyan@alsnetwork.org
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*CANCELED* Connect, Support, Chat: Community
*CANCELED* Connect, Support, Chat: Community
Connect, Support, Chat: Community will not meet this August and September. The next meeting will take place on Tuesday, October 8. Contact facilitator for information on how to participate via Zoom! Facilitator: Kim C. Venezia, LMFT, 510-569-3631 or kvenezia@alsnetwork.org
San Fernando Valley: Connect, Support, Chat
San Fernando Valley: Connect, Support, Chat
San Fernando Valley: Connect, Support, Chat Contact facilitator Emma Karavardanyan, M.A. for information on how to participate via Zoom! 747-282-8177 or ekaravardanyan@alsnetwork.org
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Melanie and Kim Monday Fanzine Pre-Order Deadline
Pre-order your copy of Melanie and Kim Monday fanzine today! Legendary Kim Shattuck and Melanie Vammen's friendship goes back to the 1980s and is woven into their various bands: the Muffs, the Pandoras, and the Coolies. Our deepest gratitude to Melanie for all you do to raise ALS awareness and support for the ALS community…
Turlock/Central Valley: Connect, Support, Chat
Turlock/Central Valley: Connect, Support, Chat
Turlock/Central Valley: Connect, Support, Chat Please contact facilitator, Kathleen Kelsey, for information on how to join via Zoom! Kathleen Kelsey, RCP: kkelsey@alsnetwork.org; 818-292-4315
For Caregivers of ALS Clients Affected by FTD: Connect, Support, Chat
For Caregivers of ALS Clients Affected by FTD: Connect, Support, Chat
For Caregivers of ALS Clients Affected by FTD: Connect, Support, Chat Please contact Regional Care Manager Rex for information on how to participate via Zoom! Facilitator: Rex Like, MA rlike@alsnetwork.org; 808-219-9036
NorCal Loved Ones: Connect, Support, Chat
NorCal Loved Ones: Connect, Support, Chat
NorCal Loved Ones: Connect, Support, Chat Please Contact Facilitator: Sara Holiday at sholiday@alsnetwork.org or (707) 727-5151 for details on how to participate!
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Riverside County: Connect, Support, Chat
Riverside County: Connect, Support, Chat
Riverside County: Connect, Support, Chat Contact Crystal for information on how to participate using Zoom! Facilitator: Crystal Galvan, RRT 747-284-3003, cgalvan@alsnetwork.org
South Los Angeles: Connect, Support, Chat
South Los Angeles: Connect, Support, Chat
South Los Angeles: Connect, Support, Chat Contact Brandon for information on how to participate via Zoom! Facilitator: Brandon Whatley, B.S., OTA 818-699-2280 or bwhatley@alsnetwork.org
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Walnut Creek/East Bay: Connect, Support, Chat
Walnut Creek/East Bay: Connect, Support, Chat
Walnut Creek/East Bay: Connect, Support, Chat Contact Facilitator Margie Petrakis, RRT, RN, for information on how to participate: mpetrakis@alsnetwork.org
Glendale: Connect, Support, Chat
Glendale: Connect, Support, Chat
Glendale: Connect, Support, Chat Please contact Regional Care Manager Cynthia Marks, RT for information on how to participate using Zoom! cmarks@alsnetwork.org or 909-736-5677
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2024 Big Island Walk & Roll to Cure ALS
The 2024 Big Island Walk & Roll to Cure ALS (formerly the Big Island Walk to Defeat ALS) is now open for free registration. Please join us at the Old Kona Airport (75-5560 Kuakini Hwy, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740) on Sunday, August 18, 2024 for a fun and inspirational day! In addition to our new event…
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Bereavement (am): Connect, Support, Chat
Bereavement (am): Connect, Support, Chat
Bereavement (am): Connect, Support, Chat An additional time slot has been added for our monthly meeting for anyone grieving the loss of a loved one to ALS. Contact Support Group Facilitator Daniel Potapshyn, MA at 707-861-0257 or dpotapshyn@alsnetwork.org to participate via Zoom!
LGBTQ+: Connect, Support, Chat
LGBTQ+: Connect, Support, Chat
LGBTQ+: Connect, Support, Chat All LGBTQ+ people living with ALS and their family, friends, loved ones and allies are welcome to attend this meeting. Some meetings will be general discussion and check-in, and others may feature special guest speakers. This event is open to anyone, regardless of where you live. Please feel free to contact…
Bereavement (pm): Connect, Support, Chat
Bereavement (pm): Connect, Support, Chat
Bereavement (pm): Connect, Support, Chat A monthly meeting for anyone grieving the loss of a loved one to ALS. Contact Support Group Facilitator Daniel Potapshyn, MA at 707-861-0257 or dpotapshyn@alsnetwork.org to participate via Zoom!
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NorCal ALS Community: Connect, Support, Chat
NorCal ALS Community: Connect, Support, Chat
NorCal ALS Community: Connect, Support, Chat Please Contact Facilitator: Sara Holiday at sholiday@alsnetwork.org or (707) 727-5151 for details on how to participate!
Español: Conéctese, Apoyar, Unase/Spanish Language: Connect, Support, Chat
Español: Conéctese, Apoyar, Unase/Spanish Language: Connect, Support, Chat
Español: Conéctese, Apoyar, Unase/Spanish Language: Connect, Support, Chat Por favor, comuníquese con Debbie Joy para obtener instrucciones. Please contact facilitator Debbie Joy, MHA for information on how to join using Zoom! Debbie Joy, MHA: 562-741-8138; djoy@alsnetwork.org
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Pomona: Connect, Support, Chat
Pomona: Connect, Support, Chat
Pomona: Connect, Support, Chat Call Roshandra for information on how to participate using Zoom! Facilitator: Roshandra Edwards M. Ed. 213-898-3388, redwards@alsnetwork.org
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Aaron Lazar’s Impossible Dream Album Release
Award-winning actor and singer, Aaron Lazar, has announced his debut album, Impossible Dream, is available for presale and will launch to the public on Friday, August 23! The ALS Network recently honored Aaron for his commitment to raising global ALS awareness with our 2024 Essey Spotlight Award at our Champions for Cures and Care gala.…
All-Hawaii: Connect, Support, Chat
All-Hawaii: Connect, Support, Chat
All-Hawaii: Connect, Support, Chat Please contact Regional Care Manager Rex Like, MA for information on how to participate via Zoom! Facilitator: Rex Like, MA rlike@alsnetwork.org 808-219-9036
SoCal Loved Ones: Connect, Support, Chat
SoCal Loved Ones: Connect, Support, Chat
SoCal Loved Ones: Connect, Support, Chat Please contact Regional Care Manager Crystal Galvan, RRT for information on how to participate via Zoom at 747-284-3003 or cgalvan@alsnetwork.org
San Francisco and Surrounding Counties: Connect, Support, Chat
San Francisco and Surrounding Counties: Connect, Support, Chat
San Francisco and Surrounding Counties: Connect, Support, Chat 1:00-3:00 PM Fourth Friday of each month For information on how to participate via Zoom, contact Facilitator: Trung Ton, BA Kin, 510-753-0395; tton@alsnetwork.org
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2024 Central Coast Ride & Rally to Cure ALS
The 3rd annual Central Coast Ride & Rally to Cure ALS, happening on Saturday, August 24, 2024 in San Luis Obispo, is a community gathering dedicated to ending ALS. Offering different family-friendly routes for varying skill and accessibility levels, and a finish line festival with food, entertainment, and an ALS Resource Fair — our event…
*CANCELED* Connect, Support, Chat: San Luis Obispo
*CANCELED* Connect, Support, Chat: San Luis Obispo
Connect, Support, Chat: San Luis Obispo will not meet this month. The next meeting will be in September. Please contact facilitator Julie Scurich for information on how to participate via Zoom! Julie Scurich, OTR/L. ATP: 831-247-9878; jscurich@alsnetwork.org
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2024 Paddling to Cure ALS
Join ALS Network supporter Tom Horton as he raises ALS awareness at the 18th Catalina Classic Paddleboard Race to Cure ALS on August 25, 2024. Help Tom reach his fundraising goal and join the fight to cure ALS together at paddlingtocureals.org.
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Ventura/Santa Barbara: Connect, Support, Chat
Ventura/Santa Barbara: Connect, Support, Chat
Ventura/Santa Barbara: Connect, Support, Chat meets online every fourth Tuesday of the month at 4:00 PM PT. The group will meet in person quarterly at Hillcrest Center for the Arts in the community room located at 403 W. Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360. Contact Kathleen for information on how to join online using Zoom! Facilitator:…
Palo Alto: Connect, Support, Chat
Palo Alto: Connect, Support, Chat
Palo Alto: Connect, Support, Chat Contact Shannan for information on how to join virtually using Zoom! Facilitator: Shannan Sonnicksen, LCSW, MPH 510-342-9313, ssonnicksen@alsnetwork.org
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Monterey Bay: Connect, Support, Chat
Monterey Bay: Connect, Support, Chat
Monterey Bay: Connect, Support, Chat will meet in person at Watsonville Community Hospital. Please contact Julie for information. Facilitator: Julie Scurich, OTR/L, ATP: (831) 247-9878; jscurich@alsnetwork.org