In 2019 David was diagnosed with ALS, a degenerative motor neuron disease. We are fortunate that his disease progression is much slower than most forms of ALS.

Our personal goal is to continue living a full, productive and enjoyable life, even as David's abilities decrease and Linda's caregiving responsibilities increase in the years ahead. Part of that goal is to help all ALS patients live better lives now, and to help us all in our dreams of better treatments and eventually a cure within our lifetime.

What is ALS?  

Often referred to as Lou Gehrig's Disease, ALS is a progressive, fatal neurodegenerative disease that slowly robs a person of their ability to walk, speak, swallow, and, eventually, to breathe. 

Why We Urgently Need Your Help

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, gender, or socioeconomic boundaries.

1. The average life expectancy of a person with ALS is two to five years from the time of diagnosis.


2. ALS can strike anyone. Presently there is no known cause of the disease. Someone you know or love may be diagnosed in their lifetime.


3. For unknown reasons, military veterans are more likely to be diagnosed with the disease than the general public.


4. Caring for a loved one with ALS can cost an average of over $200,000 each year.

Your Impact

Everything the ALS Network does ensures access to essential care services, free of charge, and accelerates the search for effective prevention strategies, treatments and cures for ALS.  Fundraising and awareness are essential to fueling this progress. Every dollar and every message counts.

Please contribute today by clicking on the 'DONATE' button on the top right side of this page. If you prefer to mail in a check, click on the link for the "printable donation form" below.  It is only together that we will cure ALS!