Welcome to Ray's ALS Fundraising Page
ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease, is fatal.
Always. There is no known cause. There is no cure.
The average person who has ALS lives 2-5 years after being diagnosed.
It usually takes a year or two to get diagnosed, as there is no specific test for ALS. It is diagnosed by ruling out every other possible disease.
In 2004 I lost my older sister, Alison, to ALS. A friend of mine lost his mother. A former co-worker is presently battling ALS.
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive neuromuscular disease that slowly robs the body of its ability to walk, speak, swallow and breathe. ALS can strike anyone. There are some studies that indicate that Veterans are slightly more vulnerable to it.
Thank you for supporting my ALS United Walk fundraiser! The ALS United Walk raises funds for local patient care programs and to spread awareness of the urgency to find treatments and a cure.
That's why I'm walking. To change the statistics. To bring help and hope to those living with the disease. To ensure that no one ever hears the words: "You have ALS" again.
The past two years have brought incredible advancements in ALS research, expanded access to care for people living with ALS, and enabled legislation that impacts the quality of life of people with ALS and their families.
But we can't stop now. The key to a cure begins with you.
Please consider walking with me or sponsoring me. With your help, we will be able to make a difference in the lives of people affected by this disease.
Achievements
I Made a Difference!
I supported this event with a personal donation.
Personal Progress:
of Goal
$1,951
Raised
$2,000.00
Fundraising Honor Roll
Raymond Morrisey
Mr. Raymond Morrisey
$300
Anonymous
Mary Harmer