I am walking in memory of my brother-in-law, Tom.
As many of our friends know, The Mountin family has been participating in the Milwaukee ALS walk for the past 8 years.
This year will be our 9th year, but it will be an extremely different year for all of us.
Tom, who was diagnosed with ALS in 2016, will not be with us. He passed away on Friday, Sept 20th, from his fight with ALS. His journey with ALS has amazed all who knew him by his faith and dignity. He continued to be a source of continued inspiration through his advocacy and helping others as he battled his own disease!
Thank you for helping me reach my own
Walk to Defeat ALS fundraising goal!
Thank you for helping me reach my Walk to Defeat ALS fundraising goal! The Walk to Defeat ALS raises funds to support those affected by ALS 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 joining me or making a donation. With your help, we will be able to make a difference in the lives of people affected by this disease.
