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Staff Spotlight: Erin King, RN

January 28, 2026 Comments Off on Staff Spotlight: Erin King, RN

Erin King, RN will soon be celebrating one year with ALS United Mid-Atlantic, and it’s hard to believe how quickly that time has flown. She joined the organization on April…

Staff Spotlight: Gloria Pugliese

December 23, 2025 Comments Off on Staff Spotlight: Gloria Pugliese

ALS United Mid-Atlantic is excited to spotlight our new Chief Development Officer, Gloria Pugliese. Gloria is a lifelong learner who has a passion for mission-driven work. With a background in…

Staff Spotlight: Kerry Braun

December 18, 2025 Comments Off on Staff Spotlight: Kerry Braun

Kerry’s journey with ALS United Mid-Atlantic is a story of dedication, passion, and an unwavering commitment to making a difference. She began her work with the organization as an Engagement…

Welcome Our New Team Member: Renee Derstler, RN

December 1, 2025 Comments Off on Welcome Our New Team Member: Renee Derstler, RN

We are delighted to welcome Renee Derstler, RN, to ALS United Mid-Atlantic’s Care Services Team. Renee brings with her a deep passion for patient care, more than a decade of…

Honoring a Decade of Compassion: Annette Miller, RN Reflects on 10 Years with ALS United Mid-Atlantic

October 31, 2025 Comments Off on Honoring a Decade of Compassion: Annette Miller, RN Reflects on 10 Years with ALS United Mid-Atlantic

August 2025 marked ten years since Annette Miller, RN, joined ALS United Mid-Atlantic serving ALS patients and families in central Pennsylvania. Over the last decade, she has shown compassion, dedication,…

Staff Spotlight: Larissa Gibbons

September 26, 2025 Comments Off on Staff Spotlight: Larissa Gibbons

Since joining ALS United Mid-Atlantic’s Care Services team in 2022, Larissa Gibbons has been vital to our mission. As Program Coordinator, she manages the Equipment Loan Program and In-Home Care…

Staff Spotlight: Kate Adamek, LCSW

August 26, 2025 Comments Off on Staff Spotlight: Kate Adamek, LCSW

Kate Adamek, LCSW, has been a dedicated consultant for ALS United Mid-Atlantic for nine wonderful years. As a social worker, Kate brings warmth and compassion to every interaction, always going…

Staff Spotlight: Jeff Cline

July 28, 2025 Comments Off on Staff Spotlight: Jeff Cline

Jeff Cline, the Executive Director of ALS United Mid-Atlantic, has been an essential part of our organization for two decades. In June 2005, Jeff joined the organization as Chief Development…

Staff Spotlight: Jayne Etskovitz

June 25, 2025 Comments Off on Staff Spotlight: Jayne Etskovitz

Jayne Etskovitz, MSW, LSW, has been a dedicated part of the ALS United Mid-Atlantic team for 10 wonderful years. As a social worker, Jayne is passionate about supporting people with…

Staff Spotlight: Carla Patton

May 28, 2025 Comments Off on Staff Spotlight: Carla Patton

For the past seven years, Carla Patton has been an amazing presence at ALS United Mid-Atlantic as the special events manager. With her remarkable creativity and compassionate nature, she invests…