Each year, Team Gleason proudly observes Lou Gehrig Day, held annually on June 2nd. This honorary day marks when Gehrig became the starting first baseman for the New York Yankees. It is also remembered as the day he lost his battle with ALS.

Team Gleason was excited to once again join the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field to celebrate those living with ALS, remember those we have lost, and to raise awareness for ALS. On June 15th, during the Chicago Cubs vs. Pirates game, the ALS community sang “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” on the jumbotron during the 7th Inning Stretch!

On July 7th, we celebrated our pALS Summer Luncheon at the Team Gleason office! Thank you to everyone who was able to attend!  We had a blast seeing everyone and spending some quality time with our friends around the community!

Special thanks to Main Squeeze Juice Co. Veterans Blvd and Zuppardos Economical Super Market for catering our event!

If you are in driving distance of New Orleans and want to attend future events, please email Jamie Clark.

“I see a world where we keep exploring how to serve others, how to care for them, and how to love our human family.” - Steve Gleason

We honor the incredible ALS community that inspires us to learn and grow every day. We have learned a lot over the last eleven and a half years. ALS is not a one size fits all disease. Every individual and family are unique. We consider ourselves fortunate to have found partners who share our commitment to empowering individuals with ALS to maintain independence at home, navigate the world with functionality, and cherish their loved ones.

Over the past few months, we’ve been working with iRobot and Fairshare to innovate toward more thoughtful technology for the home. We’re excited to share the beginning of our journey to get there. As we envision the future, we see a world that shines brighter than our past. Together, let's continue exploring ways to serve others, care for one another, and embrace our human family. 

We’re proud to continue our relationship with Tobii Dynavox to support individuals with ALS to increase access to communication aids.

“With a rapidly progressive disease such as ALS, where one’s speech is impacted, timeliness in accessing Alternative Augmentative Communication tools is critical. This collaboration brings together the expertise and resources of both organizations built on a long-standing track record of delivering robust products and services to the ALS community.” said Blair Casey, Executive Director at Team Gleason.

Hurricane season lasts from June 1st through November 30th.

Hurricanes are strong storms that cause life and property threatening hazards such as flooding, storm surge, high winds and tornadoes. Preparation is the best protection against the dangers of a hurricane.

We know living with ALS adds more stress and the need for extra preparation during Hurricane Season.

We urge you to have your plan ready – and we’ve put together some resources to assist you.

The Team Gleason Power Wheelchair Guide is focused on providing individuals living with ALS the information needed to feel empowered to advocate for themselves during the wheelchair evaluation and beyond.

Pro Tips from the professionals at Numotion, Team Gleason's Preferred CRT Provider, can be found throughout this guide to assist those at any stage of mobility. 

This guide will help an individual find the wheelchair that fits their unique needs and desires.

Join our next Team Gleason Virtual Zoom Gathering for both those living with ALS and their caregivers. We are inviting everyone - no matter where you live! First Thursday of Every Month at 12pm CST.

Need Additional Support? *Please note, meetings below are now held on the second week of each month.

Second Wednesday of Each Month* | 8pm CST: A gathering focused on adult children of persons living with ALS 

Second Thursday of Each Month* | 1pm CST: A gathering focused on caregivers of those living with ALS

We hope you can join us! If you would like to be invited to participate, please email kelly@teamgleason.org.

CHOOSE TO REUSE! To return or donate equipment please contact returns@teamgleason.org so we can best assist with the logistics of the return or donation.

If we are able to accept the donation then Team Gleason will email prepaid shipping labels for the boxes. 

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