Lou Gehrig's Farewell to be Saluted on July 4 By Gary Wosk, Staff Writer  In a historic tribute during game day events across the nation, The ALS Association is joining with Major League Baseball® and Minor League Baseball™ on July 4 to commemorate Lou Gehrig’s brave battle with ALS. The Association has launched the “Covering All the Bases® Hitting Challenge” during Major League Baseball’s “4ALS Awareness” charitable initiative that commemorates the 70th anniversary of Gehrig’s famous “Luckiest Man” farewell speech.   In the “Covering All the Bases” program, baseball fans and supporters of the fight against ALS can make a pledge for each hit made by their favorite Major League Baseball or Minor League Baseball team on July 4th. After July 4th, supporters will still have an opportunity to participate and make a general contribution throughout the month of July.   Read full story

The Evergreen Chapter and The Moyer Foundation partner for Camp Erin, A free week-end camp for children in mourning. Sign up early! Follow the link to learn more.

UW Communication Disorders Research Can you help us?  Click the questionaire to learn more...       Promoting Voice and Choice Learn how to get communication devices and computer access equipment Hear from Alisa Brownlee, Assistive Technology Specialist, how to navigate the system Participate in a Q & A session Economic challenges produce temporary funding cutbacks in Support Services  Read more.

Financial Planning Emergency Disaster Planning. Are you Prepared?

Financial exploitation is one of the more common forms of abuse of adults that face physical challenges.  Reducing the threat of financial exploitation will help people with ALS (PALS) remain independent. Click graphic to learn more. The importance of preparing for emergencies cannot be overstated. Helpful links: Emergency Planning Extras, by Michelle Henry Preparing for Disaster Emergency Kit

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