When a family receives the diagnosis of ALS, they are faced with an overwhelming array of questions, paperwork, medical advice, financial and logistical challenges, and life-altering changes. Conventional health care does not begin to address the complexity of these needs.
MAC Angels helps families in a variety of ways. We meet with every family individually to determine together how best we can help support them throughout their journey with ALS. All of our assistance is unique; we bridge the gap in services. The emotional, educational and financial support needed to manage this devastating disease is extraordinary.
Here is how your donation can help MAC Angels PALS (Person with ALS):
- Home visits by our Services Director
- Honest dialogue about disease progression
- Guidance and emotional support
- Consultation with a Licensed Clinical Social Worker to help families navigate the healthcare system
- Informing families about options regarding advanced healthcare directives
- Assisting families in creating a support system of family and friends
- Arranging for transportation and accompanying families to clinic appointments
- Loaner closet with wheelchairs, Hoyer lifts, hospital beds and other durable medical equipment
- Monthly Narrative Writing workshop for caregivers