NEWS: Hope Loves Company provides free camp for kids who live with a loved one diagnosed with ALS
- brennamays
- May 21, 2023
- 1 min read
A nonprofit worked this weekend to support families of ALS patients by providing a camp for kids.
ALS, or Lou Gehrig's disease, causes limited physical functioning. Average life expectancy is between two to five years.
Hope Loves Company provides a free camp for children and teens whose lives have been changed after a parent or family member is diagnosed with ALS or are living with someone who currently has it.
One rainy Saturday did not stop the kids at the camp at Fairview Lake from having a good time, but that is what this particular camp is about --- turning rainy days into hope.
I was diagnosed with ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) four years ago. For over two years, I relied on prescription medications and therapies, but unfortunately, the symptoms continued to worsen. I experienced increasing muscle weakness, fatigue, and difficulty with daily activities. Last year, out of desperation and hope, I decided to try an herbal treatment program from NaturePath Herbal Clinic. Honestly, I was skeptical at first, but within a few months of starting the treatment, I began to notice real changes. My energy improved, muscle coordination felt better, and I felt more capable in my daily life. Incredibly, I also regained some confidence and hope. It’s been a life-changing experience—I feel more like myself again, better than I’ve felt in years.…