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Turn your Ducks watch party into an ALS benefit

August 29, 2023 Comments Off on Turn your Ducks watch party into an ALS benefit

Did you hear that University of Oregon’s starting quarterback Bo Nix has pledged to donate $100 for every touchdown he scores in the 2023 season? We’re asking our community to…

Important Update from the ALS Association Oregon and SW WA Chapter

August 28, 2023 Comments Off on Important Update from the ALS Association Oregon and SW WA Chapter

As a valued member of our ALS community, we have important news to share with you on behalf of the Board of Directors of the ALS Association Oregon and SW…

Brian Epp: SWWA Community Foundation Community Champion Nominee

August 24, 2023 Comments Off on Brian Epp: SWWA Community Foundation Community Champion Nominee

The Chapter nominated Brian Epp for the SWWA Community Foundation Community Champion award in 2023. The following essay was submitted on his behalf. Although Brian was not selected, he will…

Give Back with Bo

August 17, 2023 Comments Off on Give Back with Bo

Season Touchdown tally: 51 University of Oregon Quarterback Bo Nix Joins Forces with ALS Northwest to Tackle ALS Through Touchdowns  In a heartfelt display of compassion and community engagement, University…

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Care Services Digest – August 2023

August 16, 2023 Comments Off on Care Services Digest – August 2023

August Educational Talk: End of Life Choices Oregon Aug 30, 2023 03:00 PM (PST) Sue Porter, of End of Life Choices Oregon will discuss end of life options for People living…

Matter of Mind: My ALS | An interview with the film subject

August 14, 2023 Comments Off on Matter of Mind: My ALS | An interview with the film subject

Matter of Mind: My ALS is a new documentary that follows three people living with ALS. The film is available to stream for free here with the password: ALS. Development…

Reflections on Our 2022 Events Successes

August 11, 2023 Comments Off on Reflections on Our 2022 Events Successes

Events Director Holly Miller reflects on the success of last year’s fundraising events. Holly shares thoughts on the impact of last year’s events. I feel so proud when I look…

Humed Yusuf of Beaverton, Oregon

August 10, 2023 Comments Off on Humed Yusuf of Beaverton, Oregon

Humed Yusuf was born in Bangladesh and dreamed of moving to the US. He came to Kentucky for college and following school, explored New York, Wisconsin, and Oregon. “I think…

ALS Family Fun Days

August 6, 2023 Comments Off on ALS Family Fun Days

People living with ALS and their families are invited to join us for the following Family Fun Day Events. We hope you will join us to celebrate family, make new…