Resources
Trusted help for health information, costs, and daily support.
NINDS — ALS
NIH overview of ALS: symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and research.
Visit FTD infoNIA — Frontotemporal Disorders
NIH guide to FTD types, diagnosis and caregiving.
Visit SpanishMedlinePlus — ALS (Español)
Plain-language ALS information in Spanish.
Visit VeteransVA ALS Benefits
Veterans with ALS are presumed service-connected for VA disability benefits.
Visit VeteransVA Caregiver Support Program
Training, stipends and support for people caring for a Veteran. Line: 1-855-260-3274.
Visit VeteransVA Adapted Housing Grants
Grants to adapt a home for wheelchairs and mobility needs.
Visit VeteransVA Geriatrics & Dementia Care
Home care, respite and dementia care for Veterans, including FTD.
Visit VeteransParalyzed Veterans of America
Free help filing VA claims and benefits for Veterans with ALS.
Visit BenefitsSocial Security — ALS Compassionate Allowance
ALS and FTD qualify for fast-tracked disability benefits; no waiting period for Medicare with ALS.
Visit EquipmentTeam Gleason
Communication devices, equipment and technology for people with ALS.
Visit CaregiversFamily Caregiver Alliance
Education and support for family caregivers.
Visit CommunityEverything ALS
Patient-led research, webinars and community for ALS and FTD.
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