Because we live in a changing environment, our survival and function depend on adapting to novel, potentially stressful, conditions. Is our ability to adapt to changing conditions fixed or is it possible to enhance our ability to tolerate a stressful …
Care Recommendations for Respiratory Issues
Support Services Care Recommendations for Respiratory Issues During COVID-19 Outbreak Updated: 05/11/2021 How the Les Turner ALS Foundation Support Services Can Help As always, Les Turner ALS Foundation Support Services will remain a phone call away and will continue to …
May 2024 Foundation eNews
It’s ALS Awareness Month! Creating a world free of ALS takes all of us. Throughout the month of May, we’ll spotlight people doing great work to raise funds and awareness, and we’ll share actionable ways you can make an impact in …
July 2024 Foundation eNews
Supercharge your Walk team fundraising! We want to share why you walk — and if you tell us, you could win $500 toward your team fundraising! The first 10 people to email us a video will receive an extra donation …
Support Services Committee
Les Turner ALS Foundation Support Services Committee The Support Services Committee ensures that the Foundation’s services are responsive to the needs, priorities, goals and values of the ALS community. Committee members create a strategic plan and evaluate the Foundation’s support …
September 2024 Foundation eNews
A day of hope and community in pictures The 23rd annual ALS Walk for Life was an incredible success, and we couldn’t have done it without you! This year, over 2,000 walkers and 164 teams came together to raise crucial funds for ALS care, advocacy, …
November 2023 Foundation eNews
ALS Better Care Act Makes Its Way to the Senate Exciting news from Capitol Hill: the ALS Better Care Act has been introduced in the U.S. Senate, a crucial step towards improving access to multidisciplinary care for those battling ALS. …
January 2024 Foundation eNews
For all your support, we thank you As the new year begins, we at the Les Turner ALS Foundation are filled with immense gratitude. Thanks to your incredible support during our end-of-year campaign, we can provide essential resources, care, and hope …
About this decision tool
Some people with ALS have trouble breathing on their own. Non-invasive ventilation, or NIV, is a special type of medical equipment that can help you breathe. Whether you’re considering getting an NIV device soon or planning for your future care, …
Do I need NIV in the near future?
Are you having any of these symptoms? Trouble breathing Feeling tired throughout the day Waking up during the night Having headaches in the morning
