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ALS Bereavement Resource Group via Zoom

March 5, 2025 Comments Off on ALS Bereavement Resource Group via Zoom

ALS United Mid-Atlantic offers compassionate bereavement support for people and families who have lost a loved one to ALS. Grief after ALS can be complex, and our resource group is designed to provide comfort, understanding, and connection during this difficult time. Bereavement groups create a safe, supportive space to share experiences, process loss, and honor…

“Online at Lunchtime” ALS Caregivers Resource Group

December 15, 2023 Comments Off on “Online at Lunchtime” ALS Caregivers Resource Group

***Please contact the group facilitator in advance for additional information on the remote access.*** Participate from home, with audio and video, via your computer, tablet or smart device! Jayne Etskovitz, MSW, LSW 267-468-7015 jayne@alsmidatlantic.org ALS United Mid-Atlantic offers a comprehensive range of caregiver resources to support those caring for people living with ALS. Caregivers play…

Caregivers Meeting *Presented by Joan Dancy & PALS*

October 24, 2024 Comments Off on Caregivers Meeting *Presented by Joan Dancy & PALS*

***Please contact the group facilitator in advance for additional information on the remote access via Zoom.*** *Please RSVP if this is your first time attending Pat Schaeffer, RN 732-239-4724 pat@joandancyandpals.org ALS United Mid-Atlantic is here to support you and your family every step of the way on your ALS journey. We serve people living with…

Delaware & Chester Counties, PA & Wilmington, DE ALS Resource Group via Zoom

March 20, 2025 Comments Off on Delaware & Chester Counties, PA & Wilmington, DE ALS Resource Group via Zoom

***Please contact the group facilitator in advance for additional information on the remote access.*** NOTE: New Group Facilitator Please RSVP if attending for first time. Linda Embry lembry246@gmail.com ALS United Mid-Atlantic hosts resource groups throughout our service region to create a welcoming, supportive space for people affected by ALS. These groups bring together people living…

Montgomery, Bucks & Philadelphia Counties, PA ALS Resource Group via Zoom

December 5, 2025 Comments Off on Montgomery, Bucks & Philadelphia Counties, PA ALS Resource Group via Zoom

***Please contact the group facilitator in advance for additional information on the remote access.*** RSVP Required by 2/19 Anne Cooney, MSW, LSW anne@alsmidatlantic.org 215-664-4177 ALS United Mid-Atlantic hosts resource groups throughout our service region to create a welcoming, supportive space for people affected by ALS. These groups bring together people living with ALS, caregivers, family…

Hershey/South Central ALS Resource Group

September 19, 2024 Comments Off on Hershey/South Central ALS Resource Group

***Contact Martin Young in advance for link to Zoom.*** Martin Young, MS, NCC, LPC 717-516-5355 martin@mylpc.online Group (closed) Facebook Page! Please join us! “LET HOPE GROW-THE HERSHEY ALS SUPPORT GROUP” ALS United Mid-Atlantic hosts resource groups throughout our service region to create a welcoming, supportive space for people affected by ALS. These groups bring together…

Lehigh Valley ALS Resource Group via Zoom

June 13, 2024 Comments Off on Lehigh Valley ALS Resource Group via Zoom

***Please contact Jessie in advance for Zoom link.*** Please RSVP first time attending Jessie Meier, LSW, MSW jessie@alsmidatlantic.org 610-797-2102 ALS United Mid-Atlantic hosts resource groups throughout our service region to create a welcoming, supportive space for people affected by ALS. These groups bring together people living with ALS, caregivers, family members, and friends to connect…

PALS and Family Meeting *Presented by Joan Dancy & PALS*

October 24, 2024 Comments Off on PALS and Family Meeting *Presented by Joan Dancy & PALS*

***Please contact the group facilitator in advance for additional information on the remote access via Zoom.*** *Please RSVP first time attending Pat Schaeffer, RN 732-239-4724 pat@joandancyandpals.org ALS United Mid-Atlantic is here to support you and your family every step of the way on your ALS journey. We serve people living with ALS and their loved…

Mindfulness for Those who Lost a Loved One to ALS

May 2, 2025 Comments Off on Mindfulness for Those who Lost a Loved One to ALS

This group is held the first Wednesday of each month via Zoom. If you would like to join or just have questions, please contact the facilitator Linda Embry at lembry246@gmail.com. ALS United Mid-Atlantic offers compassionate bereavement support for people and families who have lost a loved one to ALS. Grief after ALS can be complex,…

ALS with FTD Caregiver Phone Resource Group ** Presented by The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration **

October 25, 2023 Comments Off on ALS with FTD Caregiver Phone Resource Group ** Presented by The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration **

***Please contact the group facilitator in advance for additional information on the remote access.*** For additional information about this group, call 866-507-7222 or email info@theaftd.org. ALS United Mid-Atlantic is here to support you and your family every step of the way on your ALS journey. We serve people living with ALS and their loved ones…