Hope and help for people with ALS.
For forty years, the Les Turner ALS Foundation has been Chicagoland’s leader in research, patient services and education about Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), serving the vast majority of people with ALS in the area, offering hope and help when it’s needed most. Learn More
Leaders in ALS Research, Patient Care & Education
The Les Turner ALS Foundation’s full spectrum patient service programs include: in-home consultations, support groups, equipment loans, grants and educational activities. The Foundation offers hope for a future without ALS by supporting the Les Turner ALS Research and Patient Center at Northwestern Medicine, bringing together three research laboratories and a multidisciplinary patient clinic under one umbrella.
What is ALS?
ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) is a rapidly progressive, terminal disease that causes muscle weakness, difficulty speaking and swallowing and, generally, complete paralysis. Every 90 minutes someone in the US is diagnosed with ALS and every 90 minutes, someone in the US dies of ALS.
Hope Through Caring Gala
We invite you to honor Ken Hoffman, President of the Board of Directors, at our annual Hope Through Caring Gala on Saturday, February 25. This spectacular evening includes a reception, balloon raffle, dinner and dancing. YPG members receive a special reduced rate, and people living with ALS and a caregiver are accommodated free of charge. Every dollar raised during the evening furthers our endeavor towards a cure.
Latest News & Resources
Faces of ALS Through Forty Years of History
Faces of ALS Through Forty Years of History This year, we celebrate forty years of providing hope and help to …Read More »ALS Reversal: Dr. Richard Bedlack’s Unique Approach
Dr. Richard Bedlack, Professor of Medicine/Neurology at Duke University, Director of the Duke ALS Clinic, and Chief of Neurology at …Read More »2017 Research Award Recipients
The Les Turner ALS Research and Patient Center is pleased to announce it has awarded seven seed grants to collaborative …Read More »
Serving the vast majority of people living with ALS in the Chicagoland area
The Les Turner ALS Foundation offers hope for a future without ALS by supporting the Les Turner ALS Research and Patient Center at Northwestern Medicine, bringing together three research laboratories and a multi-disciplinary patient clinic under one umbrella.
Our Impact in the Mission Against ALS
With your help, we’re having a real impact in advancing scientific research into the causes, treatments and prevention of ALS. Find out how your donations are providing people living with ALS (PALS), their families and caregivers with exceptional clinical care, support services and access to world-class research.
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Support Services
Through the Lois Insolia ALS Clinic and our Home and Community Services Team, the Les Turner ALS Foundation’s support services help patients and their loved ones cope with the day-to-day difficulties of living with a chronic disease. Learn More
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Research & Patient Center
Bringing together three research laboratories led by world-renowned scientists and one of the nation’s first multi-disciplinary patient clinics, we offer hope for a future without ALS. Learn More
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Events & Education
Through a variety of special events and educational opportunities, the Foundation is increasing awareness and education of ALS not only locally, but nationwide. Find an Event
