ALS Network

We invite you to join us for Connect, Support, Chat: SoCal Loved Ones on Tuesday, November 5 at 11:00 AM PDT. For more information and to register contact Facilitator: Kim Venezia, LMFT to participate via Zoom at 510-569-3631 or kvenezia@alsnetwork.org.

Spero Koulouras began his tech journey as a Computer Engineering undergrad at the University of Michigan, and developed assistive switches for the Apple II in 1981. After being diagnosed with #ALS in 2019, he was inspired to return to his roots in assistive technology. Through Autonomous Living Technologies, Spero is using AI and robotics to enhance the quality of life for individuals with impairments. He’s also actively involved in raising #ALSawareness and advocating for #ourALScommunity. Read more about Spero’s efforts at https://lnkd.in/gYVWNG6z

The 25th annual East Bay Walk & Roll to Cure ALS is ONE week away! Join us on Saturday, November 2, at Miller/Knox Regional Shoreline in Richmond! We are excited to gather together IN PERSON at Miller/Knox Regional Shoreline and ONLINE via our Livestream, thanks to our Accessibility and Inclusivity Sponsor, Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma America! Participate in this event, or find an ALS Network event near you to support the search for effective prevention strategies, treatments, and cures for #ALS. Funds raised through our Walk & Roll program will be used to support our local programs and services directly. Sign up, donate, and watch the livestream at alswalkeastbay.org.

As Estate Planning Awareness Week comes to an end, this is the perfect time to plan for your year-end charitable gifts. Tax-wise giving options include a donation of cash, giving from your IRA or Donor Advised Fund, a gift of appreciated stock, and more. The ALS Network is a qualified tax-exempt charity, our Tax I.D. is 95-4163338. Talk to your financial advisor to determine the most beneficial way for you to support the ALS community before December 31st. Questions? Contact us at donate@alsnetwork.org or 818-865-8067.

Thank you to everyone who attended the 21st annual Kern County Walk & Roll to Cure ALS today! Together, we have raised over $23,000 towards our goal of $50,000! All proceeds raised will advance the ALS Network’s mission in finding prevention strategies, effective treatments, and cures for ALS. We thank every single one of you who came out to support #ourALScommunity. If we missed you at the walk, you can still donate today at alswalkkerncounty.org.

TODAY is our 21st annual Kern County Walk & Roll to Cure ALS! Whether you participate in honor of someone living with #ALS, in memory of loved ones lost, or in support of #ourALScommunity, this popular outdoor gathering provides inspiration, meaning, togetherness, and fun for everyone involved. You can still join us by registering in-person at The Park at Riverwalk in Bakersfield or make a gift TODAY at alswalkkerncounty.org.

We are TWO weeks away from the 12th annual Hawaii Walk & Roll to Cure ALS! Join us on Saturday, November 9, at Kapiolani Park in Honolulu to raise ALS awareness and support #ourALScommunity! By participating in this event, you are contributing to the search for effective prevention strategies, treatments, and cures for #ALS. Funds raised for this event will be used to support our local programs and services. the search for prevention strategies, effective treatments, and cures for ALS. Register and donate today at alswalkhawaii.org. Let’s #cureALStogether!

Starting next Friday, the ALS Network will be sharing important facts about key changes to Medicare designed to improve coverage for its enrollees, including those living with ALS. Be sure to check back next week for our Medicare Friday Fact! Here’s a sneak peek of what you can expect: go.cms.gov/4e31VN7 or visit bit.ly/3BUP3eQ for more. #ALSMedicareUpdates

TOMORROW (10/26) is our 21st annual Kern County Walk & Roll to Cure ALS. Join ALS Network at the Park at Riverwalk in Bakersfield to raise awareness for #ourALScommunity. You can still sign up in-person tomorrow or make a gift TODAY at alswalkkerncounty.org.

Does receiving an income for life from money you give to support the ALS community sound too good to be true? Charitable Gift Annuities can be a creative and tax-wise way to include charities like the ALS Network in your estate plan. To learn more about the tax benefits and payout rate for your age, please contact Mike Welling, Sr. Planned Giving Director at mwelling@alsnetwork.org. Link to Gift Annuities on Website: https://lnkd.in/g38Dc5ms