Recent content by papaw50

My husband, Dave Hood, went to his eternal Home on 11/30/13 after a courageous 7 1/2 year fight with ALS at the young age of 57. He will be dearly missed by his 2 children and 5 grandchildren! He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, son, brother & friend. His legacy will live on...

We are looking to purchase a Used handicap accessible van. The type of wheelchair my husband has is a M300 Permobile. Thanks, Patty Hood

where are you from Wild Wonderful West Virginia - a small town named Ravenswood. We've lived here our entire lifes.

All of these response were helpful. The taping of the neck sounds like something he might do. Thanks!:neutral:

When ALS starts affecting the neck muscles, can anyone tell me how it feels? My husband (diagnosed in June 2006) has been complaining about his neck feeling "heavy" or like it has a kink in it. When riding his bike, he has to stop several times to massage it or give it a rest. I think it's...

Could anyone provide me with a site that I could order clothes for my husband? Jeans with elastic waist, shirts with velcro, etc. He is unable to button or use zippers. Thanks, Patty

Has anyone gone to the Brigance Brigade? This wonderful young man was diagnosed with ALS two years ago and he has a truly remarkable attitude & lots of courage. He is a former Baltimore Ravens player. It is worth going to his Facebook page to see what he's doing for ALS and trying to raise money...

I just wanted to share the fact that my husband was nominated and selected for WSAZ Hometown Hero in the state of WV. MDA rep was the one who nominated because of his wonderful attiude and his fight and not giving once being diagnosed with als in June '06. He continues to work and he is...

truly sorry I am truly sorry for the loss of your husband. Treasure all the precious memories in your heart forever. God blessed you with a wonderful vacation together. I will keep you in my prayers. Patty

Everyone's responses were very helpful and much appreciated. It seems like so many of you have such a sense of humor and acceptance. We really don't have any other choice I guess. One can either accept it and deal with the best way possible or just sit down and give up. I have had so many people...

I was unable to go yo my husband's last als clinic appt. because of work. When I'm there with him, I ask 100 questions. Last visit (4 months ago) his breathing was 92%. This time it was 79%. What does that mean? He didn't know and of course, he didn't ask the therapist. I guess it means the als...

husband I appreciate each and every one of you for your responses. Someone at our church had mentioned they thought he should follow up with physical therapy and not keep the shoulder immobile. We thought it sounded like good advice and then I come on the forum today and see the same advice...

My husband had a bike wreck yesterday. His als is in his hands, arms and speech but not in his legs. Much to my dismay, he was taking this bike ride but he is a fighter and the als has not stopped him from doing anything yet. Anyways, I took him to ER because he landed hard on his shoulder, head...

soy I'm anxious to hear why soy was eliminated, too. My husband's dr told him to give up milk but to start using soy.

attitude We believe in the power of prayer! God hasn't healed my husband but He has given him a peace to accept the diagnosed. He has als but als does not have him. We take one day at a time. He takes the following: Vit C, Vit E, Beta Carotene, B 12, GNC Men's Mega 50 Plus vitamins, SeaVegg...