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ALS Association - Tennessee Chapter

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Volunteer

Nashville, TN, USA

EIN Number: 94-3124723

contact information

Phone: 615-331-5556

Hours: Open

Mon - Fri 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM (EST)

Sat Closed

Sun Closed

Website: https://secure2.convio.net/alsa/site/SPageServer/?pagename=TN_homepage

Email: infotn@als.org

NTEE Code: P40: Family Services

MISSION - WHAT WE DO

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.

SERVICES - HOW WE DO IT

Home Visits Completed by Patient Service Coordinators for ALS Patients and their families. Each patient receives a visit per year to help access current needs and locate resources. Home Modification/Equipment Loan Program Limited financial assistance is available for home modification projects (bathroom renovation, ramp building, etc.) or equipment. The chapter also has a loan closet with equipment that can be used by patients free of charge for as long as needed. Respite Care Provides relief from the duties of care giving to the primary caregiver of the ALS patient. Communication program The Chapter has working relationships with Speech & Language Pathologist who assist with ongoing adjustments to communication devices. They also make recommendations for assistive devices to enhance communication. We also maintain a limited collection of devises in our Loan Closet Support and Support Groups We know how important it is to support PALS and their families as they live their lives with ALS. We provide this one on one, with support groups and by linking them to others who understand what they are experiencing.