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    Kathy stitz replied to the topic Would you seek out Albrioza treatment? in the forum Research Topics 2 days, 4 hours ago

    Hi Susan,

    Is the cost you listed for a one month’s supply or for longer than this? Thanks!

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    Amanda replied to the topic When Should They Keep Their Mouth Closed? in the forum Living With ALS 4 days, 3 hours ago

    Wow, I am learning a great deal from all of you that are sharing.  So many things that never even crossed my mind. It is amazing how much we can learn from each other.

    Amanda

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    Dagmar Munn replied to the topic Recommendations for tilting shower chairs in the forum Mobility Aides, Assistive Technology and Medical Equipment 5 days, 3 hours ago

    Hi Gail,

    I wrote about my experience with a shower chair here: https://alsandwellness.blogspot.com/2020/10/how-i-made-my-shower-safer.html
    although mine is not tilting.
    Here is a Google link to the types of tilting chairs available.…[Read more]

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    Dagmar Munn started the topic What are your tips to prepare for a non-ALS doctor’s appointment? in the forum Living With ALS 5 days, 14 hours ago

    Although we’ve shared tips in this forum before on how to prepare for an ALS Clinic visit (here’s the link) in this time of covid, or even summer colds, there’s always the chance you’ll be visiting an InstaCare type of doctor rather than your regular ALS neurologist. Having to start from scratch with your medical history and medications can be da…[Read more]

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    Amanda replied to the topic What is Your Self-Care Plan? in the forum Living With ALS 6 days, 4 hours ago

    Katie, you are so right!

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    Kathy stitz replied to the topic Hospice for ALS in the forum Living With ALS 1 week, 1 day ago

    Amanda, Thank you for your help.  This is a difficult subject to think about and come to terms with but I guess it’s best to look into it in order to be prepared for the end-of-life.  Thanks again.

     

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    Amanda replied to the topic Hospice for ALS in the forum Living With ALS 1 week, 2 days ago

    Kathy,

    My family had Hospice care for both my father (ALS) and my stepmother (Cancer).  We used their services for end-of-life care and they were fabulous. The nurse and social worker were so educated, informed, compassionate and helpful for our family.  My parents passed away just 11 months apart so we developed a close relationship with our H…[Read more]

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    Amanda replied to the topic In memory of Marianne Opilla in the forum In Loving Memory 1 week, 2 days ago

    Amy,

    Thank you so much for sharing.  Your mom was a valuable member of our forums and she helped many of our members with her input and advice.  When a family can think of others when they are going through such a tremendous loss just shows how kind and generous Marianne’s family is. Thank you for taking the time and energy to raise so much m…[Read more]

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    Amanda started the topic When Should They Keep Their Mouth Closed? in the forum Living With ALS 1 week, 3 days ago

    When I first started taking care of my father when he had ALS, I referred to myself as his caretaker. I really didn’t see the problem with that term, until much later when a colleague gently educated me about the terms caregiver and caretaker. Thank you, Dagmar.
    I was a little embarrassed about my oversight and really thought it should have b…[Read more]

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    Kathy stitz replied to the topic In memory of Marianne Opilla in the forum In Loving Memory 1 week, 3 days ago

    Amy, thank you so much for your post and I’m so sorry for the loss of your mother.  ALS is such a horrible disease and causes so much suffering.  We will miss Marianne!

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    Amanda started the topic Preparations and Planning in the forum Diagnosis​ ​Information​ ​and​ ​General​ ​Questions 1 week, 4 days ago

    Planning for the end of life is always challenging and emotional, with or without ALS. Having ALS often makes a pALS and their loved ones more conscious of the time we have left together. In order to relieve some of the stress, many pALS plan for how they want to address medical care needs and end-of-life plans. This can provide a sense of control…[Read more]

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    Dagmar Munn replied to the topic Summer COVID Updates – – How are YOU doing? in the forum Coronavirus (COVID-19) and ALS 1 week, 5 days ago

    Yes, Ralph, range of motion exercises are a great start to help with recovery.

    My update – – it’s been 2-1/2 weeks since the onset of my covid, and, I’m finally not coughing (yay!). Still sleeping a lot, but have to say, I do feel better.

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    Dagmar Munn replied to the topic Summer COVID Updates – – How are YOU doing? in the forum Coronavirus (COVID-19) and ALS 1 week, 5 days ago

    Hi Kathleen, I think Ralph meant “FVC” – – forced vital capacity. Or… maybe he meant FRS-R (Functional Rating Scale-Revised). It’s what they use in the ALS clinics to gauge the rate of progression of our symptoms.

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    Dagmar Munn replied to the topic Your ALS Travel Essentials in the forum Living With ALS 1 week, 6 days ago

    Great to hear your trips to the National parks were good ones. Those are good tips too!

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    Dagmar Munn started the topic Your ALS Travel Essentials in the forum Living With ALS 1 week, 6 days ago

    Have you been able to take any major trips this summer, or just short jaunts out and about? If so, what is the one item you can’t travel without?

    When I ponder that question, my mind immediately goes to more trivial things such as my phone, my iPad, etc., but for someone with ALS, or any condition really, other things may come to mind.

    So, w…[Read more]

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    Kathy stitz replied to the topic In memory of Marianne Opilla in the forum In Loving Memory 2 weeks, 3 days ago

    Thank you Dagmar for providing the link to Marianne’s obituary.  I do not know how to do that so I appreciate your help. RIP Marianne

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    Dagmar Munn replied to the topic In memory of Marianne Opilla in the forum In Loving Memory 2 weeks, 3 days ago

    What sad news! Thank you Kathy for sharing this. It is so hard to imagine losing Marianne – – she was a positive spirit who helped others and was a valuable member of our forum.

    Here is a link to her obituary to learn more about Marianne’s vibrant life: https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/marianne-opilla-obituary?id=35305581

    Our thoughts…[Read more]

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    Kathy stitz started the topic In memory of Marianne Opilla in the forum In Loving Memory 2 weeks, 3 days ago

    Marianne Opilla passed away from ALS at age 67 on June 16, 2022 after an almost 3 year battle with this horrible disease.   Marianne was featured in our ALS Awareness Month member spotlights in May 2021.  She was an registered nurse for over 30 years and enjoyed being with her family and friends and being active.   She was kind and caring and will…[Read more]

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      Amanda replied 1 week, 6 days ago

      Kathy,
      Thank you for sharing. I am so sadden by this news. God Speed Marianne.

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    Amanda started the topic What is Your Self-Care Plan? in the forum Living With ALS 2 weeks, 3 days ago

    We know that Self-Care is vital, especially for pALS and Caregivers. Self-care is essential for each of us, and if we don’t prioritize self-care for ourselves and our caregivers, how can we expect others to help us when we need support?

    When focusing on how to build your self-care plan, it may help to consider the national Substance Abuse and M…[Read more]

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    Patricia started the topic EXCESS MUCUS in the forum Living With ALS 2 weeks, 3 days ago

    I AM EXPERIENCING MUCUS IN MY MOUTH 24 HOURS A DAY. IT APPEARS TO BE COMING FROM MY NOSE.  IT’S THIN, BUT IT NEVER STOPS. IT ACTUALLY COATS MY NASAL PASSAGES MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO BREATHE AT TIMES. I’VE BEEN TO AN ENT DOCTOR. OF COURSE, HE DIDN’T SEE ANYTHING. MY TEETH ARE ALSO CONSTANTLY COVERED, FORMING A GEL ON A PERMANENT RETAINER I HAVE.

    I…[Read more]

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