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My Mom, my friend died peacefully last Saturday Sept 22,2012 at 1120pm with me holding her hand. She stayed with me at my home which was the hardest and easiest decision I ever made. I miss her so much but I would not wish her back for 1 second the way she was. I know she is drinking the biggest...

So , it has been awhile since I last posted. Mom was diagnosed 1 month ago and I was at a standstill as to what should be the next step and should she come home with me. Mom and dad both live at a retirement home (they moved in Jan /11 because dad was not well, mom was like a 50 year old and...

Here in Canada where I am located the government will provide approx 10hrs a day of home care if she comes to live with me and our local ALS society will loan any equipment we would need. I have plenty of space in my home. I am hoping if she does come with me that we will be able to find a live...

Hi everyone, I am new to this. My mother was diagnosed with ALS 2 weeks ago. She progressed from no symptoms to 90% wheelchair bound , difficulty breathing and swallowing, weakness in both hands and severe speech difficulties, all in a span of 11 months. I had been suspecting ALS since last Oct...