A Note from Tonya: Be a Tree
This past spring, my backyard at home underwent a MAJOR renovation due to drainage issues. One of the many...
A Note from Tonya: A Summer Escape Can Be Right Where You Are
It’s summertime. It’s hot. Kids of all ages are easily bored. But let’s look at that same factual statement and add a...
Walk to Defeat ALS: Team Queen Bee
Monica McHam was diagnosed with ALS in 2021. She must now use a wheelchair and has lost the use of her voice, but...
In Memory of ALS Hero Pat Quinn
"Every August Until a Cure" Pat Quinn was a native of Yonkers, New York and was diagnosed with ALS in March of 2013,...
Because of You: 2020 in Review
This year our ALS community has come together in new ways, connecting from afar and working together, even when we are...
Young Caregivers in Texas Aren’t Alone
We must never underestimate the strength that caregivers have for providing support to those who need it most, nor the...
Wife, Partner, and Caregiver – The Balancing Act
The ALS Association of Texas is dedicated to recognizing, empowering, and supporting family caregivers throughout...
Trimming the Fat: A Husband’s Perspective on Caregiving
While Tyler Wood may not like being in the spotlight and does not consider himself a leader, the way that he cares for...
Walk to Defeat ALS Hero: Maria G. Sanchez
Written by Maria's daughter, Melissa. Maria was a hero to everyone for many reasons. For her closest family, friends,...
Walk to Defeat ALS Hero: John Lay
John Lay is a 3rd generation Austinite and a 4th generation Texan with a long history of being active in his...
ALS Drug Shows Further Promise, Slowing Progression and Increasing Survivability
Walk to Defeat ALS Hero: Judy Baucom
Dawn and Shelley have been participating in the Walk to Defeat ALS in Dallas for the past nine years in memory of...