Health/Disability Related Support Groups | ALS Association Golden West Chapter
Resource Name:Health/Disability Related Support Groups | ALS Association Golden West Chapter
address
PO Box 7082, Woodland Hills, CA 91365
Eligibility
ALS caregivers and patients
Required documents
None
Hours
Varies by support group.
866-750-2572
Voice
·Main Number
818-865-8066
Fax
·Fax
Languages
English only
Application process
Visit website for details.
Fees
None
Service area
Visit website for details.
Supports and empowers people with ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, and their families to achieve the highest quality of life possible through three ALS Centers of Excellence, satellite clinics, regional care management, alternative and augmentative communication technologies, monthly regional support groups, web-based support groups (English and Spanish), stress reduction techniques, relief for caregivers and children, and a host of community events including walks, rides, golf, and more. Website lists current activities, local services, support groups, patient and family resources.
Last Assured
03/20/2025
What's Here
Providing organization
ALS Association
Provides research, patient and community services, public education, and advocacy for individuals with ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis). Chapters throughout the US provide local support for ALS family caregivers, maintains a 'loan closet' for alternative and augmentative communication equipment and devices. Publishes a newsletter, and recent clinical and research updates. Extensive information on the disease, clinical trials and support are on the website.