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The ALS Association is the only national not-for-profit health organization dedicated solely to the fight against ALS. ALS covers all the bases-research, patient and community services. ALS clinical service centers nationwide, public education, and advocacy-in providing help and hope to those facing the disease. The mission of the ALS Association (ALSA) is to find a cure for and improve living with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis.
The ALS Association publishes a variety of materials to help ALS families and health care professionals improve the quality of life of those living with this disease. Information fact sheets are available on a number of topics including tips for caregivers, information on benefits, genetic testing, adaptive devices and augmentative/alternative communication (to name a few). A set of six manuals is available that address many of the common concerns and issues that face people living with ALS. Booklets, videos, DVD and newsletters are also available.