Saying Hi 'cause I'm new here

[galynn]

Ok, hello! I'm new here. I'm affected by ALS because I have been working with a family with a PAL for a few years (am I using PAL correctly?). I'm a psychologist. These are the final days for the person with ALS, and it is hard on everyone. I'm here to find ideas of how to be helpful to the pal AND to the family/extended family members. It's hard on me too. I feel very connected to them. ALS sucks (understatement of the decade)!

[Al]

Hi there galyn. Yes you're using the proper terminology. I think it's great you are here looking for ways to help your friend/patient's family through this difficult time.
AL.