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Emotional support, general information and specific information about programs and services offered by phone to individuals affected by ALS and healthcare professionals.

ALS Society Referral Program

Provide referrals for outside services such as counselling or other supports according to need. Examples include:

Home Care
Integrated Palliative Care Program
Accessibility Support
Income Support
Hospice

Champs Program

Families living with ALS can apply for one of six $500 bursaries awarded per year to help their children or youth register for extracurricular activities such as:

Camps
Educational programs
Sports
Others

Financial Support

Financial assistance to help cover specific costs related to their ALS diagnosis, including:

Ongoing costs associated with having a feeding tube
Special dietary needs
Cost of transportation to certain events like medical appointments

Note: Financial assistance for drug prescriptions, counselling and private home care is not provided.

Medical and Respiratory Equipment

Provides medical and respiratory equipment for individuals who are diagnosed with ALS. May include:

Hospital beds
Wheelchairs
Ceiling lift tracks
Specialized seating cushions
Bath benches and commodes
BiPap machines
Cough assist units
Communication program for iPad or tablet

The assistance of an equipment technician will also be provided. Equipment provided is subject to availability.

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