Voice banking is a way for people living with ALS to create a synthesized version of their natural speaking voice for use in a speech generating device.
Our free-standing Assistive Technology lab is located in Rockville, MD and is staffed by an Assistive Technology Specialist. The Assistive Technology Lab provides the space, tools, and support needed for individuals with ALS to live better lives through the use of technology.
Those with ALS who are in need of language interpretation services can speak with their care coordinator about access to an interpreter. The ALS Association wishes to provide support to all persons living with ALS.
The Communication and Assistive Device Program is meant to serve those who do not have insurance coverage for a device or those in need of a short-term loan while awaiting insurance coverage. The program can connect you with community speech-language pathologists to assist with insurance paperwork.
In conjunction with Scholarship America and the Paula Kovarick Segalman Family Scholarship Fund For ALS, applicants must be individuals who have had finances impacted due to having been diagnosed with ALS themselves, or a parent or guardian or immediate family member (living or deceased) having been diagnosed with ALS. Additional eligibility criteria apply.
The Monthly Webinar Series features presentations about topics of interest to those living with ALS and their families. Each presentation will be recorded and posted for later viewing.
Our Compassionate Kinship for Caregivers Program can help you make connections with others who have experienced similar roles by linking you to a Volunteer Peer Mentor.
Those living with ALS, their families, friends, caregivers, and health care professionals can speak with specialized care services staff regarding many aspects of ALS care, available community resources, and services.
The grant program provides financial assistance to individuals diagnosed with ALS and their families. This support covers costs associated with their diagnosis, including communication devices, medical expenses, home modifications, home care, and transportation needs.
This program provides assistance to support permanent ramp structures for people living with ALS in need. Financial as well as consultative services are part of this program.