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Why I Ride...


I will be participating in The ALS Association Greater Philadelphia Chapter's Jersey Shore Ride to Defeat ALS. I ride to support those affected by Lou Gehrig's Disease and to spread awareness for the urgency to find treatments and a cure..

I ride to honor Jeff, my co-worker and friend, who was diagnosed with ALS in 2021. He continues to meet this challenge every day with courage, hope and faith. His attitude and perseverance are inspiring. 

What is ALS? 

Often referred to as Lou Gehrig's disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive, fatal neuromuscular disease that slowly robs the body of it's ability to walk, speak, swallow and breathe. 

Why We Need Your Help

Every 90 minutes a person in this country is diagnosed with ALS and every 90 minutes another person will lose their battle against this disease. ALS occurs throughout the world with no racial, ethnic, or socioeconomic boundaries. 

1. The average life expectancy of an ALS patient is two to five years from the time of diagnosis. 

2. Every 90 minutes someone in this country is diagnosed with ALS, and every 90 minutes another person will lose their battle against this disease. 


3. ALS can strike anyone. Presently there is no known cause of the disease. Someone you know or love may die from ALS unless a cure is found.
 

4. Caring for a loved one with ALS costs on average of $200,000 each year.

 

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 |  321 Norristown Road, Suite 260
 |  Ambler, PA 19002
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