The ALS Association, Minnesota/North Dakota/South Dakota Chapter

Our mission is to lead the fight to treat and cure ALS through global research and nationwide advocacy while also empowering people with Lou Gehrig’s Disease and their families to live fuller lives by providing them with compassionate care and support.

Description:
ALS, commonly known as Lou Gehrig's Disease, is a degenerative disease that causes total paralysis inevitably causing death within 2-5 years after diagnosis. Our service area is Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Superior, WI. We offer free services to help people with ALS increase their quality of life and to fund research for a cure. Below is a list of our services.

• Volunteer Program for People with ALS
• Hrbek-Sing Communication & Assistive Device
• Jack Norton Family Respite Care
• Durable Medical Equipment Loan Pool
• Patient/Family Consultation and Support
• Special Events to Raise Funds
• Education Resources
• Support Groups
• Newsletter
• Advocacy
• Research



History:
The ALS Association, Minnesota/North Dakota/South Dakota Chapter was incorporated in 1993 when patients, families and related professionals banded together to share in their struggles with this tragic disease, and to provide patient services, community education and support of national research. Kent Hrbek, former Minnesota Twins baseball player, and his wife, Jeanie, are two of the founders for The Association and continue to offer their loyal support.


Contact person: Kristin Skaar, Volunteer Coordinator, (phone), (email)


Main office number: (888) 672-0484
Office fax number: (612) 672-9110

Address:


333 N. Washington Ave., Suite 105 Minneapolis, MN 55401 (See a map)


Web Site: http://www.alsmn.org

Directions:

Although our office is located in Minneapolis, we have volunteer opportunities at various locations in Rochester.

Last updated on March 28, 2013