Years ago, ultra marathoner Alfredo Perro said to his friend Scott Kummer that he wanted to run one last 100-mile race before the end of the year. Scott and Alfredo decided to simply run from the Chicago "Bean" to the ...

About the Program: My ALS Decision Tool™ was developed in collaboration with people living with ALS, caregivers, advocates, researchers and clinicians. This groundbreaking decision tool is a web-based, interactive series of questions and considerations which can help you take control of ...

From 10:30am-12:30pm Facilitator(s): Ileane Mindel, RN, Julie Stowell, RN, CHPN and Elsa Cherwak, PT RSVP: Please email us at supportgroup@es.lesturnerals.org to RSVP

About the Program: During this webinar, the presenters will be discussing symptoms of mobility weakness and how ALS affects mobility. You will learn about a variety of mobility aids to assist you in your daily life and learn what information ...

About the Program: Veterans are twice as likely to develop ALS in comparison to those who have not served in the military. Dr. Kvarnberg, Clinic Director of the ALS Interdisciplinary Clinic at Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital will provide an ...

About the Program: This webinar will focus on how ALS may impact your daily routines and how an occupational therapist can offer tips to make daily living a little easier. You will learn about devices for getting through your daily ...

A closed, 6 week therapeutic bereavement group for spouses or partners of people who have died from ALS within the past six to nine months. This group provides support, validation, and education in a supportive setting to those who are ...

Financial and Estate Planning for the ALS Community - Thursday, May 12, 2022 from Noon to 2:00pm CT About the Program: This webinar will guide people living with ALS and their loved ones through easy-to-understand actionable steps for securing a ...

The 21st Annual Lew Blond Memorial 5K Run/Walk, 1 Mile Run will take place on Saturday, May 21 at Maple School, 2370 Shermer Road, Northbrook, IL. The 5K takes place at 8:00 am. The 1 Mile Run begins at 9:00 ...

Every Spring, the Foundation hosts the Hope Through Caring Gala. The annual event celebrates the work of the Les Turner ALS Foundation, Chicagoland’s leader in comprehensive ALS care, and honors two incredible individuals for their significant contributions to the Foundation ...