Motivation for working with ALS: I have always enjoyed helping others and my position with The ALS Association allows me to make a difference every day. This is by far the most rewarding work I have ever done.
Hobbies: Playing with our dogs (Allie & Bella), playing guitar, bad golf, spending time with my family & friends, gardening.
Motivation for working with ALS: Since I was a young girl, humanitarian work has always appealed to me. I feel that it is important that I am living my life by making a difference in the lives of others. I joined The ALS Association after completing my Masters degree in Rehabilitation Counseling.
Hobbies: Walking my dog, spending time with my family & friends, renovating my 1968 colonial style house and spending time with my little newborn baby girl.
Motivation for working with ALS: Working with families dealing with a life threatening illness like ALS gives me the privilege to interact with those who are grappling with health and mortality issues: life at it’s most basic. It is work filled with heartbreak as well as joy. It is rewarding because it is authentic and real.
Hobbies: Knitting, handspinning, playing with my two Shih Tzus, helping my husband to restore our 86 year old bungalow, community activism in my Five Points neighborhood.
Motivation for working with ALS: Both my husband and I lost a relative to ALS, so having that experience has really motivated me to be involved in this cause.
Hobbies: Travel, collecting flattened souvenir pennies, watching Guy Fieri on the Food Network with my husband, Dan.
Motivation for working with ALS: I have wanted to be a helping professional for as long as I can remember. As a member of the award-winning Jim "Catfish" Hunter Chapter of The ALS Association, I am provided a wonderful opportunity to serve those who are experiencing a time of great need.
Hobbies: Reading, traveling, spending time with friends and family, playing with my two dogs (Nugget and Tobie) and three cats (Stella, Bandit, and Chloe), and attempting various DIY (do it yourself) projects at my house.
Motivation for working with ALS: After losing my father-in-law to ALS, my family knew we had to be proactive in the fight against ALS. Experiencing the fellowship and kindness of others who want to eradicate the disease helps encourage my mission. Every patient, caregiver, and loved one I meet is yet another reason for me to come to work each day and savor the times I have with my family, friends and coworkers.
Hobbies: Playing and hanging out with my husband and kids. Enjoying family get-togethers. Music, reading and logic puzzles.
Motivation for working with ALS: It is a wonderful feeling to know that every day I come to work, I am in some way making a difference in the life of someone that needs help and support.
Hobbies: Reading, movies, music & spending time with my family and friends!
Motivation for working with ALS: Since I was young, I knew I wanted to spend my life devoted to making a difference in people’s lives. I have recently seen the effects that ALS can have on someone close to you and am proud to be working with an organization dedicated to finding a cure and supporting people with ALS and their caregivers!
Hobbies: Reading, traveling, watching movies, playing with my two puppies (Rosie and Ralph), spending time with family and friends, swimming, crossword puzzles and antique/thrift shopping!
Motivation for working with ALS: When I was growing up, my parents always instilled in me the importance of helping others. I am very passionate about working for a cause. Knowing that my work at the ALS Association will help others is a very powerful and humbling role, and I am extremely motivated to help find a cure for this terrible disease.
Hobbies: Traveling, spending time with family and friends, watching basketball and reading.
