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1 person is interested
Cook for a Family Affected by ALS
ORGANIZATION: The ALS Association: MN/ND/SD
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1 person is interested
A woman with ALS is hoping a volunteer can cook for her and her family - a husband and 16 year old son. ALS is causing fatigue and has weakened the woman’s hands so she’s no longer able to cook.
Originally from Colombia, the woman and hopes the volunteer can come to her home once a week or once every other week and make some of her family’s favorite meals. The woman will supply the recipes and the ingredients. Since she loves food and socializing, the woman wants to participate as much as she is able in the cooking process.
If you have some spare time and think you could help this family or another family in your area, we’d like to hear from you. Please contact Laura Winterstein, volunteer coordinator, at 888-672-0484 or laura@alsmn.org.
What is ALS?
ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis), commonly known as Lou Gehrig's disease, is a degenerative disease of the central nervous system. ALS results in gradual, progressive muscle weakness and often leads to paralysis. At this time there is no known cause or cure for ALS.
Why does the program exist?
Living with ALS makes daily tasks more challenging. The family assistance program matches trained volunteers with people living with ALS and their families to assist with tasks or to be a friendly visitor. If you have just seven minutes, watch this video explaining the program.
How does the program work?
To join the program as a volunteer you will need to complete a volunteer application, do an interview with the volunteer coordinator, have a satisfactory background check, and participate in an orientation to The ALS Association and the family assistance program.
Why should you volunteer?
By volunteering for a family affected by ALS, you will decrease stress, increase the quality of life for the person living with ALS, and make life a little easier for the whole family.
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About The ALS Association: MN/ND/SD
Location:
1919 University Avenue West, Suite 175, St. Paul, MN 55104, US
Mission Statement
To discover treatments and a cure for ALS, and to serve, advocate for, and empower people affected by ALS to live their lives to the fullest.
Description
What is ALS?
ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) is a degenerative disease of the central nervous system. ALS results in the progressive weakness of voluntary muscles which often leads to total paralysis. There is no known cause or cure for ALS. People with ALS typically live between two and five years after being diagnosed.
How does The ALS Association help?
We fulfill our mission by offering programs, services, and equipment free of charge to anyone affected by ALS residing in Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota.
- Durable Medical Equipment Loan Pool
- Communication and Assistive Device Program
- Family Respite Services
- Volunteer Help
- Support Services
Our work is funded by individual donations and the money raised by our special events.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
XXXXXEdina, MN 55436
DATE POSTED
October 22, 2014
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Every Week or Every Other Week
- Flexible - We'll Work With Your Schedule!