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Photo: Anne Moffett with Bill Hankins, a person who lives with ALS in Eugene, Oregon, and Mary Rebar, an ALS Northwest Care Services Coordinator. Oftentimes, with a rare disease like…
Grief During the Spring Spring is a time of rebirth and renewal. Everywhere we look; new leaves and flowers are emerging to replace the drearier days of winter. People start going outside…
Angie Quandt’s story was featured at the ALS Northwest Wine, Dine & Unwind event in early 2026. She exemplifies grace while navigating ALS with the help of her family and ALS Northwest. …
One small step can make a big impact. John Nicolaisen, of Redmond, Oregon faces ALS with courage, humor, and the support of his large community, including his wife Joene. Through his involvement with…
Claire Sharp’s story is one of resilience, advocacy, and connections. Her favorite time of the year is when the ALS Northwest walk fundraiser comes to her community in Southern Oregon, not only raising money for…
ALS Northwest proudly announces Letters of Intent for ALS research funding will be accepted March 16 – April 20, 2026. Researchers interested in applying can learn more and submit their…
ALS United Applauds ALS Funding Increases in 2026 Government Spending Package ALS United, of which ALS Northwest is a member, recognizes the advocates across the ALS community whose sustained engagement…
A new era has begun. Across the country, many nonprofits serve the ALS community — but there is only one ALS Northwest. Now, more than ever, we want to underscore…
For many of us, being able to speak and feel heard are important parts of how we connect with loved ones. Sending a text or signing on to a video call is something we barely even have to think about today. But that’s often not true for a person living with ALS. Losing your voice or the use of your hands and…
After his ALS diagnosis in 2021, Marc Waddell felt alone. Today, he has a loving wife and leans on other supports like ALS Northwest as he navigates this disease. Marc Waddell is from a small town in the Teton…