Thank you to all who attended the 24th annual Inland Empire Walk & Roll to Cure ALS on Sunday, October 18 at Miller Park Amphitheater, in Fontana! Over 500 people attended this year's event and together raised over $50,000 - surpassing our initial $75,000 fundraising goal. All funds raised will advance the mission of @youralsnetwork to provide care services and support for people living with ALS and their loved ones, as well as advance #ALS research and public policy initiatives on behalf of #ourALScommunity. You can still make a gift in support at alswalkinlandempire.org to help us make an even greater impact. Let’s #cureALStogether!

The Kern County Family Day on Saturday, November 7, is less than two weeks away! Big thanks to our sponsors for supporting #ourALScommunity: Stacy Inman @SuperCareHealth @ShionogiUS @MaximHealthcare Mercy Plaza Respiratory So far we’ve raised over $15,000 of the $32,000+ goal to date and the more people that can join us, the better! Sign up today at alswalkkerncounty.org.

Join us for Connect, Support, Chat: Palo Alto on Tuesday, October 27, at 1:00 PM PT/10:00 AM HST. We will be joined by special guest speaker, Christina Irving, LCSW, Director of Client Services, at Family Caregiver Alliance, who will present an overview of the Family Caregiver Alliance. For more information, please contact ALS Network Care Manager, Shannan Sonnicksen, LCSW, MPH, at [email protected].

We invite you to our next ASK ME webinar, "Family Caregivers - Angels in Agony," on Wednesday, November 4, at 5:00 PM PT / 3:00 PM HST. Hosted by Steve Goclowski, LCSW, Vice President, Care Services, ALS Network, this informative presentation features Linda Levine, M.Ed, Speaker, Educator, Life Coach, and Caregiver to her husband, David Buseck and David Buseck, Person Living With ALS, ALS Network Board Member & Chair, Community Research Committee. Drawing on her professional background and personal journey, Linda will share insights on caregiving with sensitivity, honesty, and refreshing humor with the support of her husband, David. RSVP today to reserve your spot and take part in a live Q&A session following the presentation. Register here: ow.ly/Lkur50ZZUJu

Sheri Strahl (@sheri_strahl), MPH, MBA, ALS Network president and CEO, was honored to welcome Royd Tolkien (@RoydTolkien), great-grandson of legendary author J.R.R. Tolkien, for a special tour of an ALS research laboratory where innovative work is advancing our understanding of ALS. Royd is visiting the U.S. for the international premiere of There’s a Hole in My Bucket at the Newport Beach Film Festival, October 21–22. The moving documentary follows Royd’s journey to complete 50 bucket-list challenges left to him by his brother, Mike, whose journey with ALS ended in 2015 at age 39. In celebration of Mike’s life and enduring legacy, a signed copy of The Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien is being auctioned to benefit the ALS Network, helping advance critical research and provide care and support for families impacted by ALS. From a brother’s extraordinary gift to the promise of scientific discovery, Mike’s legacy continues to inspire hope and meaningful action. Learn more about the film festival and book auction: app.galabid.com/tolkienbook #als #jrrtolkien #lordoftherings

We are grateful to all who attended the Bay Area Peninsula Walk & Roll to Cure ALS on Saturday, October 17! Over 350 people attended this year's event and together raised nearly $152,000 towards our $185,000 goal. Funds raised will advance the mission of @youralsnetwork to provide care services and support for people living with ALS and their loved ones, as well as advance #ALS research and public policy initiatives on behalf of #ourALScommunity. You can still make a gift in support through the end of the year at alswalkbayarea.org. #cureALStogether

It’s always a good time to plan for your future and for the people and causes that matter most to you. Whether your goals include providing for loved ones, making tax-smart charitable gifts, protecting retirement assets, supporting the ALS community, or “all of the above,” thoughtful planning can help you create a legacy that reflects what matters most to you. Want to learn more? Contact Mike Welling, Senior Director of Planned Giving, at [email protected] or visit myimpact.alsnetwork.org. Your legacy can make a difference for generations to come. #EstatePlanningAwarenessWeek #PlannedGiving #LegacyGiving #ALSNetwork

National Estate Planning Awareness Week is October 19 - 25, 2026. Your plans today can create a lasting legacy of hope for the ALS community. By including the ALS Network in your estate plans, you ensure that future generations will have access to compassionate care and support, nationwide advocacy, and groundbreaking research. A legacy gift can be arranged without affecting your finances today - and gifts of all sizes can make a meaningful difference for people and families impacted by ALS. Ways to Leave a Legacy: Wills & Living Trusts: Include the ALS Network for a specific amount, a percentage of your estate, or a portion of the remaining balance. Beneficiary Designations: Name the ALS Network as a beneficiary of your IRA, 401(k), life insurance policy, or commercial annuity. Blended Giving: Combine a gift today with a future gift through your estate plan to make an impact now and for generations to come. To learn how you can create a lasting legacy with the ALS Network during National Estate Planning Awareness Week, visit our website or contact our planned giving team today. We are here to help. myimpact.alsnetwork.org/ #EstatePlanningAwarenessWeek #LegacyGiving #ALSNetwork #PlannedGiving

Connect with others impacted by ALS through our support groups, where you can share experiences, learn from one another, and build meaningful connections. Each group provides a supportive environment to strengthen #ourALScommunity and discover ways to promote independence and quality of life for people living with ALS and their loved ones. Explore this week’s groups and meeting details! To learn more or register, please reach out to the facilitator listed for each group. For the latest updates on guest speakers, new topic-specific groups, and schedule changes, visit supportgroups.alsnetwork.org.

The 27th annual Central Valley Ride, Walk & Roll to Cure ALS on Saturday, October 31, 2026, is less than two weeks away! This event is for all activity levels with three cycling routes, a wheelchair-accessible Walk & Roll, an ALS resource fair, entertainment, food, prizes and giveaways, and a Festival Zone with activities for all ages. For information about the Central Valley Walk & Roll, including incentives, route maps, and more visit: alswalkcentralvalley.org.

The 24th annual Inland Empire Walk & Roll to Cure ALS is TOMORROW, Sunday, October 18, 2026! Online registration is now closed - but online donations are still accepted! Anyone can participate in person tomorrow morning. Help us reach our $75,000 goal to drive the search for ALS treatments and cures through ALS Network's mission priorities related to care, research, and advocacy! Gather your family, friends, and co-workers and join us for a day full of fun and purpose! Let’s #cureALStogether! For more information or to make a gift today, visit alswalkinlandempire.org.

The Bay Area Peninsula Walk & Roll to Cure ALS is TOMORROW, Saturday, October 17! Anyone who still wants to participate can register in person day-of for an additional fee. Join us in exceeding our $185,000 goal to help drive the search for ALS treatments and cures through ALS Network's mission priorities related to care, research, and advocacy! Grab your family, friends, and co-workers and join us for a day full of fun and purpose! Let’s #cureALStogether! For more information or to make a gift today, visit alswalkbayarea.org.

We are less than four weeks out from the 2026 Los Angeles Walk & Roll to Cure ALS on Saturday, November 7 at Dignity Health Sports Park! Gather your friends, family, and colleagues together to support your fundraising efforts so you can all celebrate together when we reach (or surpass!) our $450,000 fundraising goal! Did you know? The ALS Network supports over 3,500 people with ALS in the United States every year! A donation of just $35 honors all those living with ALS today while contributing to the research that will help those who will be diagnosed in the future. Visit us at alswalklosangeles.org today to make a donation!

Finding resources in Spanish may be a problem for some members of the ALS community. The ALS Network offers online tools and resources in language for those facing ALS. Uno de los desafíos que pueden surgir para las personas que viven con ELA y sus seres queridos es encontrar recursos en Español. ALS Network ofrece opciones en línea en Español para aquellos afectados con ELA. Learn about the ALS Network’s Regional Care Management Services - Conozca los servicios de administración de atención regional de ALS Network: ow.ly/srgs50ZXMQp ow.ly/Y7cx50ZXMQo

Join us for the ALS Golf Classic on Monday, December 7, at The Oaks Club at Valencia, with @KTLA's @kirkhawkins serving as our emcee. It’ll be an unforgettable day supporting the ALS community. Come out to play, connect, and support the ALS community. Golfers will enjoy a full day of activities, while guests can join us for the 19th Hole reception, dinner and a special auction. Sign up to golf, join us for dinner, become a sponsor, or make a donation at alsgolfclassic.org. Together, we can help advance ALS care, advocacy, and research.

Join us in person or on livestream for the Bay Area Peninsula Walk & Roll to Cure ALS on Saturday, October 17, at Coyote Point Recreation Area as we honor Steve Riffle with the Walk & Roll Commitment to Care Award. Steve is General Manager at @UnitedAccess in Fremont, CA. A U.S. Army veteran, husband of 34 years, and father of three sons, Steve has served in the mobility industry for 15 years. During this time, he has demonstrated great compassion and expertise in service to people living with ALS and their loved ones. Learn more or donate in honor of Steve’s Commitment to Care Award by visiting his personal page at secure.alsnetwork.org/goto/S… #ALSWalkRollCure #unitedaccess #fremontca #accessibility #accessiblevans #wheelchairaccessiblevans #mobilitysolutions

We are grateful to all who attended the 27th annual Monterey Bay Walk & Roll to Cure ALS on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at Lovers Point in Pacific Grove, CA! This year nearly 240 people attended the event and together we’ve exceeded our $65,000 goal! Funds raised will advance the mission of @youralsnetwork to provide care services and support for people living with ALS and their loved ones, as well as advance #ALS research and public policy initiatives on behalf of #ourALScommunity. You can still make a gift in support at alswalkmontereybay.org #cureALStogether

The Sheila Essey Award for ALS Research honors outstanding contributions to ALS research and highlights the importance of continued discovery, innovation, and collaboration in the search for better treatments and, ultimately, a cure. Become a candidate! Applications are open until October 20, 2026, 10:59 p.m. PT. Learn more about the award and the researchers making a difference: ow.ly/sKm950ZXkQE

Join us this week for opportunities to connect, share experiences, and learn alongside others affected by ALS. Our support groups offer a welcoming space to build community and explore strategies for supporting independence and quality of life for people living with ALS and their loved ones. See this week’s groups and meeting details! For more information or to register, please contact the facilitator listed for each group. For the most up-to-date information—including guest speakers, new topic-specific groups, and any date or time changes—visit supportgroups.alsnetwork.org.

Victor Torres was diagnosed with ALS in 2025 and soon connected with the ALS Network, where he found a community of support to help him navigate his journey. For Victor, finding connection through care has been an important part of understanding ALS and moving forward with a community that reminds him and his family that he is not alone. The ALS Network’s walks have become a meaningful way for Victor to share experiences and find strength in community. During #HispanicHeritageMonth, we celebrate the importance of representation and the power of sharing stories that reflect the diverse experiences of the ALS community. Victor’s story is a reminder that no one should have to navigate ALS alone and that connection and community can help us feel seen and supported along the way. “¡Nos vemos pronto!” — See you soon at one of our walks!