My life-long friend, Holly, ended her 7 year journey with ALS earlier this year. Not only was she a close friend, but she was also one of the kindest and most competitive people I ever met. Those traits shined through throughout her ALS journey.

 

Holly drew upon her competitive drive to not allow this horrible disease to break her. She fought every day to make the journey easier for those surrounding her. Holly's relentless care for others and kindness was even more amazing. She always wanted to talk about what was challenging others rather than the challenges she was facing daily.

 

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.

 

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive, fatal neuromuscular disease that slowly robs the body of its ability to walk, speak, swallow and breathe. The life expectancy of a person with ALS averages 2 to 5 years from the time of diagnosis. ALS can strike anyone, and presently there is no known cause or 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.