My dad, Vicente Ochoa, Sr, was diagnosed with ALS in May 2013. In October 2017 my dad lost his battle to ALS. My dad being diagnosed with ALS changed our lives forever. See it not only affects the patient but the family as well. My dad fought much longer than what was expected. He was a man of his word, a loving husband, a great dad, an awesome grandfather, a caring brother, and most importantly a God loving man. My dad was a well respected business owner of 30 years plus. He helped, in many ways, at the church by offering his time. He gave back to his community. He helped many people in his life and I can truly say that when he met the Lord above he was told you did everything you were supposed to do in your life on earth. The picture was my dad's last birthday. He turned 70 years old in May of 2017. He was already struggling for air but refused to take pictures with his mask on. He was a trooper that day as he was every day since the day he was diagnosed. I miss my dad very much. We are coming up on his  6 year anniversary and as the days get closer the heavier my heart feels. 

Help us find a cure so that no one else or family has to lose the battle against ALS. It is a horrible disease. Together we can win this battle.

Thank you for helping me reach my Walk to Defeat ALS(R) fundraising goal! This is an exciting opportunity for us to work together to support those affected by Lou Gehrig's Disease and to spread awareness of the urgency to find treatments and a cure.

The past two years have brought incredible advancements in ALS research, expanded access to care for ALS patients, and enabled legislation that impacts the quality of life of patients and their families. WE CAN'T STOP NOW!

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.

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 though support is bringing researchers closer to an answer. In the mean time it costs 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.

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