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SUMMARY:ALS Caregivers Support Group
DESCRIPTION:The Caregivers Only group offers a time to talk about all the issues caregivers face in a non-judgmental\, accepting atmosphere without their loved one\, who is living with ALS\, being present. Caregivers share a common experience; life has become so tumultuous that they often feel exhausted and overwhelmed\, hungry for emotional comfort. Together\, with the guidance and encouragement of a devoted facilitator\, caregivers can find the strength to persevere. And\, by feeling heard and understood\, caregivers become more equipped to face another day with new coping strategies. \nTime: Meets the Third Thursday of each month from 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. \nFacilitator: Anne Lidsky\, PhD \nRSVP: Please RSVP here. \n*Meetings will be held over Zoom and a Zoom invitation will be sent via email once you register for the group.*
URL:https://lesturnerals.org/https-us02web-zoom-us-webinar-register-wn_nvixvs4-tqsr5bwy_malta-registration/caregiversupport-group-2-3/2024-11-21/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241121T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241121T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T002925
CREATED:20240822T161942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T142708Z
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SUMMARY:ALS Caregivers Support Group
DESCRIPTION:The Caregivers Only group offers a time to talk about all the issues caregivers face in a non-judgmental\, accepting atmosphere without their loved one\, who is living with ALS\, being present. Caregivers share a common experience; life has become so tumultuous that they often feel exhausted and overwhelmed\, hungry for emotional comfort. Together\, with the guidance and encouragement of a devoted facilitator\, caregivers can find the strength to persevere. And by feeling heard and understood\, caregivers become more equipped to face another day with new coping strategies. \nTime: Meets the Third Thursday of each month from 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. \nFacilitator: Anne Lidsky\, PhD \nRSVP: Please RSVP here. \n*Meetings will be held over Zoom and a Zoom invitation will be sent via email once you register for the group.*
URL:https://lesturnerals.org/https-us02web-zoom-us-webinar-register-wn_nvixvs4-tqsr5bwy_malta-registration/als-caregivers-support-group/2024-11-21/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241123T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241123T113000
DTSTAMP:20260420T002925
CREATED:20240110T192230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T192232Z
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SUMMARY:Navigating ALS Together Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Meets the Fourth Saturday of each month from 10:30 am-11:30 a.m. \nFacilitator(s): Rochelle Walwer\, LCSW \nRSVP: Click here to register \n*Meetings will be held over Zoom and a Zoom invitation will be sent via email once you register for the group.*
URL:https://lesturnerals.org/https-us02web-zoom-us-webinar-register-wn_nvixvs4-tqsr5bwy_malta-registration/navigatingalstogether-2/2024-11-23/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241123T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241123T230000
DTSTAMP:20260420T002925
CREATED:20240229T175206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T162759Z
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SUMMARY:2024 All in For ALS Casino Night
DESCRIPTION:Come and join the fun at the \n18th Annual All In For ALS Casino Night \nSaturday\, November 23rd at the East Bank Club \nTickets will be available at the door on event night \nOur signature casino night event features exciting games like blackjack\, roulette\, and craps all live in person. Guests can try their luck at the tables\, bid on auction items\, enjoy tasty appetizers\, and snap pictures in the photo opportunity\, all while joining other young professionals to show their support for the Les Turner ALS Foundation\, the leader in comprehensive ALS care in Chicagoland. \nRegister\n 
URL:https://lesturnerals.org/https-us02web-zoom-us-webinar-register-wn_nvixvs4-tqsr5bwy_malta-registration/2024-all-in-for-als-casino-night/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241125T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241125T193000
DTSTAMP:20260420T002925
CREATED:20240110T194328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T165348Z
UID:10000844-1732557600-1732563000@lesturnerals.org
SUMMARY:Living After Loss (Bereavement Group)
DESCRIPTION:An open\, supportive monthly bereavement group for anyone (family\, friend\, etc.) who has lost a loved one to ALS within the past year. This group will provide a place to connect with others who have experienced the loss of a loved one to ALS; stories will be told\, feelings will be explored\, and information will be shared about how to remain connected to the memory of a loved one. \nDate: Fourth Monday \nTime: 6pm – 7:30pm \nFacilitator(s): Easton Stevenson\, LCSW\n \nRSVP: Email supportgroup@lesturnerals.org. \n*Meetings will be held over Zoom and a Zoom invitation will be sent via email once you register for the group.* \n 
URL:https://lesturnerals.org/https-us02web-zoom-us-webinar-register-wn_nvixvs4-tqsr5bwy_malta-registration/living-after-loss-bereavement-group-2-2/2024-11-25/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T150000
DTSTAMP:20260420T002925
CREATED:20241031T135940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T140033Z
UID:10001311-1733562000-1733583600@lesturnerals.org
SUMMARY:Westmont Craft Fair
DESCRIPTION:Check out this craft fair in Westmont where one of our supporters\, Molly\, will sell photographs her dad took.  He had ALS from 1996-2002. Molly was his nurse\, caring for him as they traveled and her dad took pictures. 
URL:https://lesturnerals.org/https-us02web-zoom-us-webinar-register-wn_nvixvs4-tqsr5bwy_malta-registration/westmont-craft-fair/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241209T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241209T190000
DTSTAMP:20260420T002925
CREATED:20241204T195004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T195006Z
UID:10001111-1733767200-1733770800@lesturnerals.org
SUMMARY:Newly Diagnosed ALS Support Group
DESCRIPTION:An ALS diagnosis is difficult to process. People often feel shocked and isolated by the news\, whether the diagnosis was for themselves or a family member. It’s hard to move forward or figure out what comes next.  \nSet in a relaxed and supportive virtual environment\, this support group will allow you to connect with others who have received an ALS diagnosis within the last six months. \nFirst Tuesday of Each Month (Starting in October)  \nTime: 6 p.m. – 7 p.m. CST \nFacilitator: Cara F. Gallagher\, MA.\, LCPC  \nRSVP: Please register here. 
URL:https://lesturnerals.org/https-us02web-zoom-us-webinar-register-wn_nvixvs4-tqsr5bwy_malta-registration/newly-diagnosed-als-support-group-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241214T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241214T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T002925
CREATED:20171215T212728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T191029Z
UID:10000783-1734172200-1734177600@lesturnerals.org
SUMMARY:Navigating ALS Together Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Meets the Second Saturday of each month from 10:30am – 12:00 pm \nFacilitator(s): Karen Raley Steffens\, RN\, CHPN\, CCM \nRSVP: Please email us at supportgroup@lesturnerals.org to RSVP \n*Meetings will be held over Zoom and a Zoom invitation will be sent via email once you register for the group.*
URL:https://lesturnerals.org/https-us02web-zoom-us-webinar-register-wn_nvixvs4-tqsr5bwy_malta-registration/navigating-als-together/2024-12-14/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241216T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241216T150000
DTSTAMP:20260420T002925
CREATED:20231024T194007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T191530Z
UID:10000798-1734357600-1734361200@lesturnerals.org
SUMMARY:Navigating ALS Together Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Meets the Third Monday of each month from 2-3:15 p.m. \nFacilitator: Anne Lidsky\, PhD \nRSVP: Please email us at supportgroup@lesturnerals.org to RSVP \n*Meetings will be held over Zoom and a Zoom invitation will be sent via email once you register for the group.*
URL:https://lesturnerals.org/https-us02web-zoom-us-webinar-register-wn_nvixvs4-tqsr5bwy_malta-registration/navigatingalstogether/2024-12-16/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241216T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241216T163000
DTSTAMP:20260420T002925
CREATED:20240110T192825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T193410Z
UID:10000821-1734363000-1734366600@lesturnerals.org
SUMMARY:ALS Caregivers Support Group
DESCRIPTION:The Caregivers Only group offers a time to talk about all the issues caregivers face in a non-judgmental\, accepting atmosphere without their loved one\, who is living with ALS\, being present. Caregivers share a common experience; life has become so tumultuous that they often feel exhausted and overwhelmed\, hungry for emotional comfort. Together\, with the guidance and encouragement of a devoted facilitator\, caregivers can find the strength to persevere. And\, by feeling heard and understood\, caregivers become more equipped to face another day with new coping strategies. \nTime: Meets the Third Monday of each month from 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. \nFacilitator: Anne Lidsky\, PhD \nRSVP: Please RSVP here. \n*Meetings will be held over Zoom and a Zoom invitation will be sent via email once you register for the group.*
URL:https://lesturnerals.org/https-us02web-zoom-us-webinar-register-wn_nvixvs4-tqsr5bwy_malta-registration/caregivers-only-support-group-thursday-2/2024-12-16/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241217T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241217T203000
DTSTAMP:20260420T002925
CREATED:20241015T190538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T171526Z
UID:10001193-1734462000-1734467400@lesturnerals.org
SUMMARY:Young Adult Support Group
DESCRIPTION:When a loved one is diagnosed with ALS\, it can be overwhelming\, especially for young adults who are navigating their own life milestones. It’s common to feel isolated or unsure of how to cope with the changes ALS brings to your family dynamic.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis supportive virtual group offers a space for young adults ages 18-30 to connect with peers who are experiencing similar challenges. In a relaxed and understanding environment\, you can share experiences\, explore feelings\, and find support from others who truly understand what you’re going through. \nThird Tuesday of Each Month (Beginning October 15) \nVisit our Calendar of Events for upcoming dates. \nTime: 7 – 8:30 p.m. CST \nFacilitator: Michelle Shaker\, LCSW \nRSVP: Please register here.
URL:https://lesturnerals.org/https-us02web-zoom-us-webinar-register-wn_nvixvs4-tqsr5bwy_malta-registration/young-adult-support-group/2024-12-17/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241219T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241219T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T002925
CREATED:20241125T215715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T215715Z
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SUMMARY:December Learning Series
DESCRIPTION:Thriving through the holidays with ALS \nThursday\, December 19\, 2024\, at 12 PM CST \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_bpa_wk1IQSCDE7yjGibolQ    \nAbout the Program  \nJoin us for our December Learning Series with Dr. Suzana K.E. Makowski\, medical director of Compassionate Care ALS.  Dr. Makowski will discuss where we can find light in the darkness and gratitude as we enter a new season and new year. The Les Turner ALS Foundation is proud to offer this webinar at no cost to the ALS community. Thank you to the Gilbert & Jacqueline Fern Foundation & Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma America for sponsoring this webinar.  \nAbout the Speaker: Suzana K. E. Makowski\, MD  \nSuzana K. E. Makowski\, MD: is currently the medical director of Compassionate Care ALS\, a non-profit group that supports patients and families living with ALS throughout the US.  She has worked as a palliative care physician in various academic and community settings: as Chief of Palliative Medicine at both Unity Hospital\, Exeter Hospital in New Hampshire\, co-chief of Palliative Care at UMass Medical Center and Chan School of Medicine\, where she still holds a voluntary Associate Professor of Medicine role\, teaching and mentoring students\, and as Hospice Medical Director at Hospice and Palliative Care of Cape Cod.  She has served on various committees\, including on the Board of the New Hampshire Home Care and Hospice Association\, End of Life Counsel to the Massachusetts Department of Public Health\, and Quality Committee of AAHPM. She completed her fellowship in Palliative Care at San Diego Hospice and Palliative Care\, and Integrative Medicine at University of Michigan\, Internal Medicine residency at Baystate Medical Center\, and medical school at University of Rochester.  \n 
URL:https://lesturnerals.org/https-us02web-zoom-us-webinar-register-wn_nvixvs4-tqsr5bwy_malta-registration/december-learning-series/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241219T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241219T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T002925
CREATED:20240110T193053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T193254Z
UID:10000833-1734620400-1734624000@lesturnerals.org
SUMMARY:ALS Caregivers Support Group
DESCRIPTION:The Caregivers Only group offers a time to talk about all the issues caregivers face in a non-judgmental\, accepting atmosphere without their loved one\, who is living with ALS\, being present. Caregivers share a common experience; life has become so tumultuous that they often feel exhausted and overwhelmed\, hungry for emotional comfort. Together\, with the guidance and encouragement of a devoted facilitator\, caregivers can find the strength to persevere. And\, by feeling heard and understood\, caregivers become more equipped to face another day with new coping strategies. \nTime: Meets the Third Thursday of each month from 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. \nFacilitator: Anne Lidsky\, PhD \nRSVP: Please RSVP here. \n*Meetings will be held over Zoom and a Zoom invitation will be sent via email once you register for the group.*
URL:https://lesturnerals.org/https-us02web-zoom-us-webinar-register-wn_nvixvs4-tqsr5bwy_malta-registration/caregiversupport-group-2-3/2024-12-19/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241219T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241219T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T002925
CREATED:20240822T161942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T142708Z
UID:10001184-1734634800-1734638400@lesturnerals.org
SUMMARY:ALS Caregivers Support Group
DESCRIPTION:The Caregivers Only group offers a time to talk about all the issues caregivers face in a non-judgmental\, accepting atmosphere without their loved one\, who is living with ALS\, being present. Caregivers share a common experience; life has become so tumultuous that they often feel exhausted and overwhelmed\, hungry for emotional comfort. Together\, with the guidance and encouragement of a devoted facilitator\, caregivers can find the strength to persevere. And by feeling heard and understood\, caregivers become more equipped to face another day with new coping strategies. \nTime: Meets the Third Thursday of each month from 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. \nFacilitator: Anne Lidsky\, PhD \nRSVP: Please RSVP here. \n*Meetings will be held over Zoom and a Zoom invitation will be sent via email once you register for the group.*
URL:https://lesturnerals.org/https-us02web-zoom-us-webinar-register-wn_nvixvs4-tqsr5bwy_malta-registration/als-caregivers-support-group/2024-12-19/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241223T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241223T193000
DTSTAMP:20260420T002925
CREATED:20240110T194328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T165348Z
UID:10000845-1734976800-1734982200@lesturnerals.org
SUMMARY:Living After Loss (Bereavement Group)
DESCRIPTION:An open\, supportive monthly bereavement group for anyone (family\, friend\, etc.) who has lost a loved one to ALS within the past year. This group will provide a place to connect with others who have experienced the loss of a loved one to ALS; stories will be told\, feelings will be explored\, and information will be shared about how to remain connected to the memory of a loved one. \nDate: Fourth Monday \nTime: 6pm – 7:30pm \nFacilitator(s): Easton Stevenson\, LCSW\n \nRSVP: Email supportgroup@lesturnerals.org. \n*Meetings will be held over Zoom and a Zoom invitation will be sent via email once you register for the group.* \n 
URL:https://lesturnerals.org/https-us02web-zoom-us-webinar-register-wn_nvixvs4-tqsr5bwy_malta-registration/living-after-loss-bereavement-group-2-2/2024-12-23/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241228T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241228T113000
DTSTAMP:20260420T002925
CREATED:20240110T192230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T192232Z
UID:10000809-1735381800-1735385400@lesturnerals.org
SUMMARY:Navigating ALS Together Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Meets the Fourth Saturday of each month from 10:30 am-11:30 a.m. \nFacilitator(s): Rochelle Walwer\, LCSW \nRSVP: Click here to register \n*Meetings will be held over Zoom and a Zoom invitation will be sent via email once you register for the group.*
URL:https://lesturnerals.org/https-us02web-zoom-us-webinar-register-wn_nvixvs4-tqsr5bwy_malta-registration/navigatingalstogether-2/2024-12-28/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250107T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250107T190000
DTSTAMP:20260420T002925
CREATED:20241204T195110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T165139Z
UID:10001315-1736272800-1736276400@lesturnerals.org
SUMMARY:Newly Diagnosed ALS Support Group
DESCRIPTION:An ALS diagnosis is difficult to process. People often feel shocked and isolated by the news\, whether the diagnosis was for themselves or a family member. It’s hard to move forward or figure out what comes next.  \nSet in a relaxed and supportive virtual environment\, this support group will allow you to connect with others who have received an ALS diagnosis within the last six months. \nFirst Tuesday of Each Month (Starting in October)  \nTime: 6 p.m. – 7 p.m. CST \nFacilitator: Cara F. Gallagher\, MA.\, LCPC  \nRSVP: Email supportgroup@lesturnerals.org.
URL:https://lesturnerals.org/https-us02web-zoom-us-webinar-register-wn_nvixvs4-tqsr5bwy_malta-registration/newly-diagnosed-als-support-group-2-2/2025-01-07/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250111T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250111T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T002925
CREATED:20171215T212728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T191029Z
UID:10000784-1736591400-1736596800@lesturnerals.org
SUMMARY:Navigating ALS Together Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Meets the Second Saturday of each month from 10:30am – 12:00 pm \nFacilitator(s): Karen Raley Steffens\, RN\, CHPN\, CCM \nRSVP: Please email us at supportgroup@lesturnerals.org to RSVP \n*Meetings will be held over Zoom and a Zoom invitation will be sent via email once you register for the group.*
URL:https://lesturnerals.org/https-us02web-zoom-us-webinar-register-wn_nvixvs4-tqsr5bwy_malta-registration/navigating-als-together/2025-01-11/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250116T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250116T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T002925
CREATED:20240110T193053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T193254Z
UID:10000834-1737039600-1737043200@lesturnerals.org
SUMMARY:ALS Caregivers Support Group
DESCRIPTION:The Caregivers Only group offers a time to talk about all the issues caregivers face in a non-judgmental\, accepting atmosphere without their loved one\, who is living with ALS\, being present. Caregivers share a common experience; life has become so tumultuous that they often feel exhausted and overwhelmed\, hungry for emotional comfort. Together\, with the guidance and encouragement of a devoted facilitator\, caregivers can find the strength to persevere. And\, by feeling heard and understood\, caregivers become more equipped to face another day with new coping strategies. \nTime: Meets the Third Thursday of each month from 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. \nFacilitator: Anne Lidsky\, PhD \nRSVP: Please RSVP here. \n*Meetings will be held over Zoom and a Zoom invitation will be sent via email once you register for the group.*
URL:https://lesturnerals.org/https-us02web-zoom-us-webinar-register-wn_nvixvs4-tqsr5bwy_malta-registration/caregiversupport-group-2-3/2025-01-16/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250116T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250116T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T002925
CREATED:20240822T161942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T142708Z
UID:10001185-1737054000-1737057600@lesturnerals.org
SUMMARY:ALS Caregivers Support Group
DESCRIPTION:The Caregivers Only group offers a time to talk about all the issues caregivers face in a non-judgmental\, accepting atmosphere without their loved one\, who is living with ALS\, being present. Caregivers share a common experience; life has become so tumultuous that they often feel exhausted and overwhelmed\, hungry for emotional comfort. Together\, with the guidance and encouragement of a devoted facilitator\, caregivers can find the strength to persevere. And by feeling heard and understood\, caregivers become more equipped to face another day with new coping strategies. \nTime: Meets the Third Thursday of each month from 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. \nFacilitator: Anne Lidsky\, PhD \nRSVP: Please RSVP here. \n*Meetings will be held over Zoom and a Zoom invitation will be sent via email once you register for the group.*
URL:https://lesturnerals.org/https-us02web-zoom-us-webinar-register-wn_nvixvs4-tqsr5bwy_malta-registration/als-caregivers-support-group/2025-01-16/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250120T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250120T150000
DTSTAMP:20260420T002925
CREATED:20231024T194007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T191530Z
UID:10000799-1737381600-1737385200@lesturnerals.org
SUMMARY:Navigating ALS Together Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Meets the Third Monday of each month from 2-3:15 p.m. \nFacilitator: Anne Lidsky\, PhD \nRSVP: Please email us at supportgroup@lesturnerals.org to RSVP \n*Meetings will be held over Zoom and a Zoom invitation will be sent via email once you register for the group.*
URL:https://lesturnerals.org/https-us02web-zoom-us-webinar-register-wn_nvixvs4-tqsr5bwy_malta-registration/navigatingalstogether/2025-01-20/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250120T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250120T163000
DTSTAMP:20260420T002925
CREATED:20240110T192825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T193410Z
UID:10000822-1737387000-1737390600@lesturnerals.org
SUMMARY:ALS Caregivers Support Group
DESCRIPTION:The Caregivers Only group offers a time to talk about all the issues caregivers face in a non-judgmental\, accepting atmosphere without their loved one\, who is living with ALS\, being present. Caregivers share a common experience; life has become so tumultuous that they often feel exhausted and overwhelmed\, hungry for emotional comfort. Together\, with the guidance and encouragement of a devoted facilitator\, caregivers can find the strength to persevere. And\, by feeling heard and understood\, caregivers become more equipped to face another day with new coping strategies. \nTime: Meets the Third Monday of each month from 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. \nFacilitator: Anne Lidsky\, PhD \nRSVP: Please RSVP here. \n*Meetings will be held over Zoom and a Zoom invitation will be sent via email once you register for the group.*
URL:https://lesturnerals.org/https-us02web-zoom-us-webinar-register-wn_nvixvs4-tqsr5bwy_malta-registration/caregivers-only-support-group-thursday-2/2025-01-20/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250121T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250121T203000
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SUMMARY:Young Adult Support Group
DESCRIPTION:When a loved one is diagnosed with ALS\, it can be overwhelming\, especially for young adults who are navigating their own life milestones. It’s common to feel isolated or unsure of how to cope with the changes ALS brings to your family dynamic.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis supportive virtual group offers a space for young adults ages 18-30 to connect with peers who are experiencing similar challenges. In a relaxed and understanding environment\, you can share experiences\, explore feelings\, and find support from others who truly understand what you’re going through. \nThird Tuesday of Each Month (Beginning October 15) \nVisit our Calendar of Events for upcoming dates. \nTime: 7 – 8:30 p.m. CST \nFacilitator: Michelle Shaker\, LCSW \nRSVP: Please register here.
URL:https://lesturnerals.org/https-us02web-zoom-us-webinar-register-wn_nvixvs4-tqsr5bwy_malta-registration/young-adult-support-group/2025-01-21/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250125T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250125T113000
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CREATED:20240110T192230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T192232Z
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SUMMARY:Navigating ALS Together Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Meets the Fourth Saturday of each month from 10:30 am-11:30 a.m. \nFacilitator(s): Rochelle Walwer\, LCSW \nRSVP: Click here to register \n*Meetings will be held over Zoom and a Zoom invitation will be sent via email once you register for the group.*
URL:https://lesturnerals.org/https-us02web-zoom-us-webinar-register-wn_nvixvs4-tqsr5bwy_malta-registration/navigatingalstogether-2/2025-01-25/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250127T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250127T193000
DTSTAMP:20260420T002925
CREATED:20250115T170842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T173151Z
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SUMMARY:Living After Loss Bereavement Group
DESCRIPTION:Living After Loss Bereavement Group- 4th Monday of the month\n6:00 – 7:30 p.m.\nAn open\, supportive monthly bereavement group for anyone who has lost a family member\, friend\, or a loved one to ALS. This group will provide a place to connect with others who have experienced a loss.Stories will be told\, feelings will be explored\, and information will be shared about how to remain connected to the memory of a loved one.
URL:https://lesturnerals.org/https-us02web-zoom-us-webinar-register-wn_nvixvs4-tqsr5bwy_malta-registration/living-after-loss-bereavement-group-3/2025-01-27/
LOCATION:http://events.lesturnerals.org/site/Survey;jsessionid=00000000.app20047b?ACTION_REQUIRED=URI_ACTION_USER_REQUESTS&SURVEY_ID=3042&_gl=1*ej00s3*_gcl_au*NDQ2NjcxNjEuMTczNDUzNzg0OA..*_ga*MTQ0NjA1MDkuMTczNDUzNzg0OA..*_ga_JGQNCMRW7P*MTczNjk2MDMzNS4yNS4xLjE3MzY5NjA0MzQuMjMuMC4w&NONCE_TOKEN=5C42A58CF5CC6C710C38637EEAC2E1FB
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250128T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250128T193000
DTSTAMP:20260420T002925
CREATED:20250115T171650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T171650Z
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SUMMARY:Moving Forward After Loss Spousal/Partner Bereavement Group Winter Session
DESCRIPTION:Moving Forward After Loss Spousal/Partner Bereavement Group –\nA closed\, six-week therapeutic bereavement group for spouses or partners of people who have died from ALS within the past six to nine months.\nThis group provides support\, validation\, and education in a supportive setting to those who are grieving the loss of their loved one. \nWinter 2025 session January 28 – March 4\n\n              Spring 2025- Tuesday April 29\, 2025 to Tuesday June 3\, 2025 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. \n              Fall 2025- Tuesday September 16\, 2025 – Tuesday October 21\, 2025 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
URL:https://lesturnerals.org/https-us02web-zoom-us-webinar-register-wn_nvixvs4-tqsr5bwy_malta-registration/moving-forward-after-loss-spousal-partner-bereavement-group-winter-session-2/2025-01-28/
LOCATION:http://events.lesturnerals.org/site/Survey;jsessionid=00000000.app20047b?ACTION_REQUIRED=URI_ACTION_USER_REQUESTS&SURVEY_ID=3042&_gl=1*ej00s3*_gcl_au*NDQ2NjcxNjEuMTczNDUzNzg0OA..*_ga*MTQ0NjA1MDkuMTczNDUzNzg0OA..*_ga_JGQNCMRW7P*MTczNjk2MDMzNS4yNS4xLjE3MzY5NjA0MzQuMjMuMC4w&NONCE_TOKEN=5C42A58CF5CC6C710C38637EEAC2E1FB
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250204T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250204T190000
DTSTAMP:20260420T002925
CREATED:20241204T195110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T165139Z
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SUMMARY:Newly Diagnosed ALS Support Group
DESCRIPTION:An ALS diagnosis is difficult to process. People often feel shocked and isolated by the news\, whether the diagnosis was for themselves or a family member. It’s hard to move forward or figure out what comes next.  \nSet in a relaxed and supportive virtual environment\, this support group will allow you to connect with others who have received an ALS diagnosis within the last six months. \nFirst Tuesday of Each Month (Starting in October)  \nTime: 6 p.m. – 7 p.m. CST \nFacilitator: Cara F. Gallagher\, MA.\, LCPC  \nRSVP: Email supportgroup@lesturnerals.org.
URL:https://lesturnerals.org/https-us02web-zoom-us-webinar-register-wn_nvixvs4-tqsr5bwy_malta-registration/newly-diagnosed-als-support-group-2-2/2025-02-04/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250204T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250204T193000
DTSTAMP:20260420T002925
CREATED:20250115T171650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T171650Z
UID:10001440-1738692000-1738697400@lesturnerals.org
SUMMARY:Moving Forward After Loss Spousal/Partner Bereavement Group Winter Session
DESCRIPTION:Moving Forward After Loss Spousal/Partner Bereavement Group –\nA closed\, six-week therapeutic bereavement group for spouses or partners of people who have died from ALS within the past six to nine months.\nThis group provides support\, validation\, and education in a supportive setting to those who are grieving the loss of their loved one. \nWinter 2025 session January 28 – March 4\n\n              Spring 2025- Tuesday April 29\, 2025 to Tuesday June 3\, 2025 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. \n              Fall 2025- Tuesday September 16\, 2025 – Tuesday October 21\, 2025 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
URL:https://lesturnerals.org/https-us02web-zoom-us-webinar-register-wn_nvixvs4-tqsr5bwy_malta-registration/moving-forward-after-loss-spousal-partner-bereavement-group-winter-session-2/2025-02-04/
LOCATION:http://events.lesturnerals.org/site/Survey;jsessionid=00000000.app20047b?ACTION_REQUIRED=URI_ACTION_USER_REQUESTS&SURVEY_ID=3042&_gl=1*ej00s3*_gcl_au*NDQ2NjcxNjEuMTczNDUzNzg0OA..*_ga*MTQ0NjA1MDkuMTczNDUzNzg0OA..*_ga_JGQNCMRW7P*MTczNjk2MDMzNS4yNS4xLjE3MzY5NjA0MzQuMjMuMC4w&NONCE_TOKEN=5C42A58CF5CC6C710C38637EEAC2E1FB
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T002925
CREATED:20250120T194613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T194613Z
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SUMMARY:February Learning Series: Family Caregivers: Angels in Agony
DESCRIPTION:Every caregiver — and every caregiving journey — is unique\, but there are some commonalities among caregivers of family members living with ALS. Most say caregiving is at the same time challenging\, exhausting\, rewarding\, and full of unexpected emotions. Linda Levine is a caregiver for her husband David Buseck\, a person with ALS. Together they share how they try daily to strike a balance between stepping up for the needs of the other while maintaining their own identities and wellness. Join us as they share tools illustrated by real life\, relatable examples that will help caregivers feel better\, rather than bitter\, at the end of the day.   \n  \nThe Les Turner ALS Foundation is proud to offer this webinar at no cost to the ALS community. Thank you to the Gilbert & Jacqueline Fern Foundation\, Biogen\, & Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma America for sponsoring this webinar.  \nAbout the Speakers  \nLinda Levine\, M.Ed\, trained as a Recreational Therapist and educator. She has applied those skills to help people find fulfilling lives using wheelchairs\, communication devices\, and adaptive equipment. She taught for 30 years at San Jose State University\, including courses on diverse topics such as creating a meaningful life\, creativity\, identity\, play\, grief and loss. As a life coach\, Linda specializes in helping people move through change\, whether that is the loss of a loved one\, retirement\, career challenges\, or just about anything else. In her role as a motivational speaker\, she speaks about Caregiving\, Team-building\, Grief and even Clumsy Sex and ALS. Linda has a gift for taking on tough topics with sensitivity and refreshing humor.   \n  \nDavid Buseck\, MS\, is a retired engineer who worked with radiation oncology equipment. He was diagnosed with ALS in 2019. He is a board member with the ALS Network and is active in various forms of ALS advocacy. He enjoys playing flute\, reading\, traveling\, and writing. In 2024\, he published Paris: City of Cultures\, which is a book with wheelchair accessible walking tours through beautiful Parisian neighborhoods. He challenges himself to find adaptations and workarounds to continue his activities as much as possible. He and Linda live in San Jose\, CA. Together\, they call themselves\, “Team Tortoise” because they are slower than before but they keep trying new and different ways to get to where they want to go.   \n 
URL:https://lesturnerals.org/https-us02web-zoom-us-webinar-register-wn_nvixvs4-tqsr5bwy_malta-registration/february-learning-series-family-caregivers-angels-in-agony/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250211T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250211T193000
DTSTAMP:20260420T002925
CREATED:20250115T171650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T171650Z
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SUMMARY:Moving Forward After Loss Spousal/Partner Bereavement Group Winter Session
DESCRIPTION:Moving Forward After Loss Spousal/Partner Bereavement Group –\nA closed\, six-week therapeutic bereavement group for spouses or partners of people who have died from ALS within the past six to nine months.\nThis group provides support\, validation\, and education in a supportive setting to those who are grieving the loss of their loved one. \nWinter 2025 session January 28 – March 4\n\n              Spring 2025- Tuesday April 29\, 2025 to Tuesday June 3\, 2025 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. \n              Fall 2025- Tuesday September 16\, 2025 – Tuesday October 21\, 2025 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
URL:https://lesturnerals.org/https-us02web-zoom-us-webinar-register-wn_nvixvs4-tqsr5bwy_malta-registration/moving-forward-after-loss-spousal-partner-bereavement-group-winter-session-2/2025-02-11/
LOCATION:http://events.lesturnerals.org/site/Survey;jsessionid=00000000.app20047b?ACTION_REQUIRED=URI_ACTION_USER_REQUESTS&SURVEY_ID=3042&_gl=1*ej00s3*_gcl_au*NDQ2NjcxNjEuMTczNDUzNzg0OA..*_ga*MTQ0NjA1MDkuMTczNDUzNzg0OA..*_ga_JGQNCMRW7P*MTczNjk2MDMzNS4yNS4xLjE3MzY5NjA0MzQuMjMuMC4w&NONCE_TOKEN=5C42A58CF5CC6C710C38637EEAC2E1FB
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