WE WALK FOR LINDA! Aunt Linda has been courageously been fighting the battle since May 2012. She is an inspiration to all of us and we Thank you for your supportl! Together we can make a difference in the lives of those affected by Lou Gehrig’s Disease. Our team is committed to raising money to support people in our community with ALS and spread awareness of the urgency to find treatment and a cure. Please consider joining in the Walk to Defeat ALS® and donate to our cause. We have been given special permission to hold our walk at the Smith Family Farm (Malcom & Fran and as of last summer also the home of Linda & Dick) our Overcomers walk will be Saturday, August 4th with registration & games starting at 11:30 and the walk at 1:00. Contact me for more details (stacey.sutherland31@gmail.com)
Why We Need Your Help
Often referred to as Lou Gehrig's Disease, 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 an ALS patient averages 2 to 5 years from the time of diagnosis.
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.
This crippling disease can strike anyone. Presently there is no known cause of the disease yet it still costs loved ones an average of $200,000 a year to provide the care ALS patients need. Help make a difference and donate or join a walk today.
