Past Events

Friday
Aug
27
2021
Massachusetts Camp Hope Loves Company 2021

Camp HLC (Hope Loves Company) is a three-day, overnight retreat for children and young adults, ages 6-21, who have or have had a loved one battling ALS, as well as their families. It is an opportunity to have fun, to be challenged through team building exercises and to meet peers who share in their experiences. 

Camp is provided free for our ALS families by Hope Loves Company and our sponsors.  All meals and activities are included.

Thursday
Aug
26
2021
2021 South Florida CEO Soak

The South Florida CEO Soak is a corporate version of the Ice Bucket Challenge engaging corporate leadership to get soaked while raising money to benefit The ALS Association Florida Chapter. South Florida area executive leaders that commit to being a “Soakee” will raise awareness and funds for ALS patient care, research and advocacy – providing critical support to ALS families. It will all culminate at Tigertail Lake Recreational Center in Dania Beach where the "Soakee" will be soaked in their work attire.

Saturday
Aug
21
2021
South Dakota Walk to Defeat ALS - Walk Your Way
What is Walk Your Way?

Walk Your Way gives you control of what Walk Day looks like. Take a walk or ride around your neighborhood, nearby park, or living room. Bring your team together in a way that works for you, take photos, spread the word, and make new memories.

Wednesday
Aug
18
2021
EmpowerED Webinar - "All Together Now"

All Together Now: Perspectives on Organizing Your Medical Care and Maximizing Your Team’s Effectiveness

This session will feature a panel of people living with ALS, Caregivers, and Clinic Professionals and allow time for Q and A from the audience. Tools such as the Critical Medical Information app and other strategies will be discussed. 

Thursday
Aug
12
2021
2021 Alabama Walk to Defeat ALS Kickoff Event

The 2021 Alabama Walk to Defeat ALS Walk Kickoff Event was held on Thursday, August 12 at 5:30 PM.

Thank you to all of our speakers and attendees who share their stories. If you were unable to join us, catch up here:

2021 Walk Kickoff Celebration

 

This year the ALABAMA Statewide Walk to Defeat ALS will be Virtual or a Walk where you are event, but you will register your team for the area closest to where you live:

Thursday
Aug
12
2021
Caring for the Caregiver: Anticipatory Grief

"Anticipatory Grief" is the third "Caring for the Caregiver" webinar in our series this year.* Join us on Thursday, August 12, 2021 from 1:30-3:00 PM for this webinar discussion. Susan Blakeslee, Licensed Mental Health Counselor at VITAS Healthcare, will be presenting on anticipatory grief, a feeling of grief occurring before an impending loss. 

*The "Caring for the Caregiver Webinar Series" is sponsored by Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma America.

Thursday
Jul
22
2021
2021 Jacksonville CEO Soak

The Jacksonville CEO Soak is a corporate version of the Ice Bucket Challenge engaging corporate leadership to get soaked while raising money to benefit The ALS Association Florida Chapter. Jacksonville executive leaders that commit to being a “Soakee” will raise awareness and funds for ALS patient care, research and advocacy – providing critical support to ALS families. It will all culminate at TIAA Bank Field - North End Zone Spa & Cabana area where the "Soakee" will be soaked in their work attire.

Wednesday
Jul
21
2021
EmpowerED Webinar - "Accelerating Progress"

Accelerating Progress: ALS Research Updates from the Field

Thursday
Jun
24
2021
2021 Orlando CEO Soak, presented by AdventHealth

The Orlando CEO Soak, presented by AdventHealth, is a "grown up" version of the Ice Bucket Challenge engaging corporate leadership to get soaked while raising money to benefit The ALS Association Florida Chapter. Orlando executive leaders that commit to being a “Soakee” will raise awareness and funds for ALS patient care, research and advocacy – providing critical support to ALS families. It will all culminate at an Orlando fountain where the "Soakee" will be soaked in their work attire.

Wednesday
Jun
23
2021
EmpowerED Webinar - "Your ALS Toolbox"

Your ALS Toolbox: Essential Tools and Resources for Community Healthcare Providers Supporting People Living with ALS