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Fighting for a cure and helping people with ALS live their lives to the fullest.

Everything we do advances the search for effective treatments and cures for ALS

United To Discover Speakers 2024

Research

Our research program fuels global collaboration to expedite the discovery of treatments and a cure.

2024 Symposium

Care Services

Our team of professional Care Coordinators provide expert advice and assistance for people living with ALS, free of charge.

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Advocacy

We focus on educating, advocating, and mobilizing all members of Congress in a bipartisan fashion to benefit people with ALS. 

First Look For Charity Friday, February 7th

Experience the nation's largest auto show first by attending the exclusive black-tie First Look for Charity event, which supports 18 local nonprofits, including ALS United Greater Chicago. Enjoy complimentary premium refreshments and a variety of hors d’oeuvres from renowned Chicago restaurants. Two lucky participants will receive brand-new vehicles.

IronHorse VIP Suite | 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Showroom Floor Open | 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Living Well with ALS: Clumsy Sex and ALS - Guidance for Couples on Intimacy, Romance, and a Spirit of Play

"Can love fires burn in caregiver-and-loved-one relationships? I'm here to tell you that it ain’t easy but it’s definitely worth it!

Please accept this heartfelt invitation to prioritize the emotional connection in your caregiver-loved one dynamic. We'll share strategies to incorporate romance, intimacy, and a spirit of play in spite of the challenges. Together we will honor our very real grief and also laugh about Clumsy Sex and ALS."

Speaker: Linda Levine, M.Ed, B.S. in Recreational Therapy San Jose State University, Faculty Emerita

Tuesday, February 11th at 6:00pm via Zoom

News & Stories

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No Regrets: Cheryl Moore’s Unwavering Commitment to the Fight Against ALS

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In Our United Era: Legacy of Care, Future of Hope

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