Comprehensive ALS care and support.
Founded in 1977, the Les Turner ALS Foundation is one of the longest-serving ALS groups in the country. Our support services team helps people living with ALS receive the best quality of care and access to the most promising therapies, and we offer support groups, ALS resources and webinars, and live events to provide answers and encouragement. Our Les Turner ALS Center at Northwestern Medicine is led by the most well-respected scientists and clinicians in the field, advancing vital research into causes, treatments, and cures for the disease. Learn more about ALS.
Individualized Care,
Local Community Support,
Hope through Scientific Research
The progression of ALS can mean tomorrow is often worse than today. As a result, people living with ALS may feel overwhelmed and unsure of what questions to ask and what to do next.
The Les Turner ALS Foundation exists to care for those affected by the disease, answer their questions, support them and their loved ones and provide hope through scientific research.
What is ALS?
ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) is a disease that weakens the muscles we use to move, swallow and breathe. The effects of ALS grow more severe over time and eventually become fatal. There is no cure yet.
ALS is scary. Really scary. But we’re here to answer your questions, provide encouragement, and ensure you, and those you love, feel comforted and confident as you progress in your ALS journey.
ALS Walk for Life
In September, we held the largest ALS event in the Midwest, the Les Turner ALS Walk for Life.
Walking in small groups and big teams, thousands came together to honor loved ones who are living with ALS and remember those we have lost. Thank you for helping raise more than $600,000 to support ALS care and research!
We look forward to seeing you at an event in 2025.
Latest News & Resources
Medicare Advantage plans directed to cover treatment for SOD1-ALS
Under a new directive from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Advantage plans are now required to …Read More »
December 2024 Foundation eNews
Empowering choices: Watch our new video on clinical research Deciding whether to join a clinical research study is a personal …Read More »
Introducing the New Participating in Clinical Research Tool
Deciding whether to participate in clinical research is a pivotal step for people living with ALS and their families. It’s …Read More »
