Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and the spinal cord. Learn more and help support the search for effective treatments and cures
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and the spinal cord. Learn more and help support the search for effective treatments and cures
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Calendar of Activities and Events
There is always something going on at the Golden West Chapter. Please check out our calendar to see what is happening this month and to save the date for future activities and events. From our monthly support groups to our community outreach events, there are many opportunities for you and your family to connect with us.
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Walk to Defeat ALS
Our Walk to Defeat ALSŪ events are held between April and November throughout the Golden West Chapter's service area. These annual community outreach events are critical components of the Chapter’s care services, fundraising, and public awareness efforts in the fight against ALS. They are an opportunity to come together and honor people with ALS and their families, learn important information, and to show your support for the ALS community.
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Napa Valley Ride to Defeat ALS and Walk
The Napa Valley Ride to Defeat ALS and Walk is the largest cycling event in the country supporting the ALS community. We offer multiple routes for every level of rider, as well as a walk through the picturesque grounds at the Yountville Veterans Home. You can count on support from start to finish with rest stops, SAG vehicles, and route monitors. Participants are welcomed back by cheering crowds and finish line festivities including a live band, a delicious BBQ lunch, and more. Help put the brakes on ALS!
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Host your own event to support our Chapter
Using our online event tool, One Dollar Difference is an easy way to start fun and creative events to help raise funds on behalf of the Golden West Chapter. You can help support the ALS community and create a custom web page to promote your fundraiser anytime and anywhere! So go ahead and run a marathon, host a local community event, or donate your birthday to raise funds and help create a world without ALS.
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Celebrate a Loved One with ALS
Pay tribute to a friend or loved one affected by ALS by joining our Community of Hope. You can create a personalized web page, including photos and video, to share their story with your supporters and establish a lasting legacy in honor or memory of someone special's battle with ALS. It's quick and easy to get started, and we're here to help every step of the way!
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Whether you’re newly diagnosed, navigating your journey with the disease, caring for a person with ALS, or researching the cure, there are resources to support you.
Let us help you and your family cope with the day-to-day challenges of living with ALS.
For People with ALS
Learn about our grant program, upcoming scientific meetings, and opportunities to collaborate.
For Researchers
Caring for someone with ALS can be challenging. We offer resources and support to help.
For Caregivers- Fran McClellan Awarded the Lawrence A. Rand Prize
January 11, 2019 - Terry Bradshaw Teams Up with The ALS Association to Raise Awareness of ALS
January 8, 2019 - Collaboration and Hope in Glasgow: A Look Back at the Annual ALS/MND Meetings and Research Symposium
January 7, 2019 - Guest Post: ‘Give ALS Researchers Hope’
December 28, 2018
CBS: "SpongeBob SquarePants" creator Stephen Hillenburg dead at 57 after battle with ALS
November 27, 2018
Fox LA: Renee Zellweger interview on Good Day LA on Nanci Ryder and the 16th annual Los Angeles County Walk to Defeat ALS
October 30, 2018
Full Interviews: Montana, Rice, DeBartolo and more on Dwight Clark's Legacy
October 19 , 2018
Napa Valley Register: A ride to defeat ALS in Napa Valley
September 30, 2018
Spotlight On... Bill and Ann Beaton
September 26, 2018
The Largest Ride to Defeat ALS in the Country Does it Again!
September 22, 2018
The Chapter Honors Champions of the ALS community at the 15th Annual Ventura/Santa Barbara County Walk to Defeat ALS
September 21, 2018
Napa Valley Register: Defeating ALS in the Napa Valley
September 15, 2018
Napa Valley Ride Press Release
September 14, 2018
Honolulu Magazine: The 6th Annual Hawaii Walk to Defeat ALS
September 14, 2018
KCBS Los Angeles: While His Wife Battles An Ugly Disease, This Husband Came Up With A Brilliant Idea
September 14, 2018
KSSK: Advisory Trustee Lucy Wedemeyer and the 6th Annual Hawaii Walk to Defeat ALS
September 13, 2018
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