Statements

Mission

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.

Background

Our Chapter first came about in 1987 with the Central Tennessee Chapter, along with the Mid-South Chapter (Memphis) and officially became a single corporation when the Central Tennessee Chapter, Mid-South Chapter and the Tri-Cities Support Group merged in 2005 becoming as we know today The ALS Association Tennessee Chapter. Our staff includes the CEO, Director of Development, Development Manager, Office Coordinator, Care Services Director and Care Service Coordinators, who all work together to raise much needed funds and provide services and support for our Chapter families. The staff is guided by a Board of Trustees. Devoted volunteers and community partners provide invaluable support in all areas of the Chapter.

Impact

In the quest to create a world without ALS, our vision is to care for and support all people living with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis in Tennessee as we leave no stone unturned in our relentless search for a cure. We will achieve our vision by upholding our commitment to be the preeminent organization and catalyst in funding and promoting ALS research. We are the most comprehensive provider of care and support services to the Tennessee community through our Chapter and Clinics and the leading advocate and voice for the Tennessee community. The Chapter is a recognized authority and most trusted source of information and education about ALS.

Needs

1. Financial resources to assist ALS patients across the state of Tennessee. 2. Volunteers to support ALS awareness and fundraising events. 3. Greater awareness around the disease and impact being made in the community. 4. Community collaboration to continue to support ALS patients, their families and caregivers across the state of Tennessee.

CEO Statement

Living with ALS, or taking care of someone diagnosed with ALS, is beyond the comprehension of most people who are not facing it. The challenges seem endless, and the resources are many times not enough. It is our hope that through your support, some of these resource gaps will close and we will be able to offer another lifeline of support to everyone touched by this disease.

Service Categories
Primary Category:	Human Services  - Family Services
Secondary Category:	Medical Research  -
Tertiary Category:	Human Services  -

Areas Served

State of Tennessee

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