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OUR VISION
Create a world without ALS
OUR MISSION
Leading the fight against 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.
The ALS Association—DC/MD/VA Chapter
Administrative Office
7507 Standish Place • Rockville, MD 20855
Regional Office
8100 Three Chopt Road
Suite 147
Richmond, VA 23229
T: (301) 978-9855
E: info@ALSinfo.org
W: ALSinfo.org

WalktoDefeatALS®
istheChapter’slargest
fundraisinginitiative,withwalksthroughout
WashingtonD.C.,MarylandandVirginia.
Dine to Defeat ALS is a dinner and
auction, honoring leading philanthropists
in the corporate community.
Every Drop Adds Up is an annual
campaign built on the momentum of
the Ice Bucket Challenge and taking
place, “Every August Until a Cure”.
Team Challenge ALS brings together
individuals who fundraise and
participate in local endurance events.
One Dollar Difference offers
constituents the opportunity to create
unique fundraising events of their own.
Blend offers an evening of food,
wine and fun, as you raise your glass
to defeat ALS
Support Resources
Every person with ALS has an expert caseworker
to guide them through the challenges of ALS.
Assistive Technology
When someone with ALS loses the ability to speak,
the Chapter provides them with much-needed
communication devices and support.
ALS Clinics
People with ALS can see a variety of doctors and
receive comprehensive treatment all in one day
and all in one place.
Equipment Loan Closets
The Chapter provides access to the medical
equipment needed to make living with ALS easier.
Monthly Support Groups
People with ALS and caregivers can receive
resources, information and fellowship.
ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis)
also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease,
is a progressive illness leaving
people unable to walk, talk, eat and
finally to breathe. There is no cure.
Did you know:
» Approx. 30,000 Americans are living with ALS
» ALS can strike a person of any gender, age,
religion and race
» ALS is a service-related disease—military
veterans are twice as likely to be diagnosed
» ALS care can cost over $200,000 a year
» The life expectancy is only 2-5 years
» Every 90 minutes someone is diagnosed with ALS
» Every 90 minutes someone dies from ALS
TheALSAssociation—DC/MD/VA
Chapter was founded in 1991 to serve
the needs of those living with ALS and
their families throughout Washington,
D.C., Maryland and Virginia.
PROGRAMS SERVICES
The ALS Association—DC/MD/VA Chapter’s FREE
programs and services are only made possible by
the generous support of people like you.
SIGNATURE FUNDRAISING PROGRAMS
For more information please visit
ALSINFO.ORG.
“ The ALS Association—DC/MD/VA Chapter
has been by my side every step of the way. ”
—Vikki Williams, Chesterfield, VA