Practice Your Conversational Spanish with Your Neighbor
ORGANIZATION: The ALS Association: MN/ND/SD
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Visit a 77 year old gentleman living with ALS. While he speaks excellent English, he’d love to chat with you in his native Spanish. You two could discuss his favorite topics - traveling, Las Vegas, current events, and politics.
- No Knowledge of ALS Necessary - We’ll Train You on Everything You Need to Know
- You and the Gentleman Will Determine a Mutually Agreeable Time to Meet
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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
A Private HomeMinneapolis, MN 55430
DATE POSTED
November 6, 2019
SKILLS
- Spanish
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 1-2 Hours Every Week or Every Other Week; Visit Can Happen Weekday Evenings, All Day Friday, or on the Weekend