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  1. C

    The New Guy in Gehrigville

    Age: 53, male Problems started with my right foot, and then up my right side to my right arm; my left side is affected also but not as much. Breathing is down 25%, and right side of my face has weakened so that my speech is slurring now. Diagnosed, seconded, and thirded by neurologists June...
  2. notgivnup

    Not THE Chair!

    I am trying to keep my sense of humor here. But needed to share, (dont do that very often). Had neuro doc appointment today..very difficult..my wonderful daughter in law took me, yeah!...well..He is ordering me a power wheelchair....I dont think I am prepared mentally but my body sure is....I...
  3. T

    5 Fun Actiities From the Power Wheelchair

    Five Favorite Fitness Activities for Summer to Do In Your Power Wheelchair By Cynthia LoPinto, MA Gerontologist, Contributing Author for Wheelchair Jazzy Superstore The benefits of lifelong exercise are numerous. Regular exercise strengthens muscles and increases bone density, improves posture...
  4. Phil's wife

    Power wheelchair - override or powering off

    Does anyone know of a way - other than attendant override - to stop a PALS from going any where in the permobile power wheelchair? There are times when Phil wants to leave the house in his wheelchair and we need to stop him. I can use the attendant controls but he pushes his buttons until it...
  5. S

    New To Forum:

    Hello Everyone, I am starting this post with alot of emotion and confusion. My father was recently diagnosed with ALS and is currently in a subacute facility waiting to come home. This was a sudden diagnosis. Dad had started to not feel well last Summer....voice changed, appetite changed...
  6. C

    Bruno turny orbit seat and curbside wheelchair/scooter lift for sale

    Looking to sell Bruno turny orbit front passenger seat and Bruno curb sider model power wheelchair/scooter hoist. Both items have user friendly handheld electric controls. Photos available upon request. Paid $10000 new for seat and hoist. Rarely used. Like new. Van had less than 4500 miles...
  7. notme

    Adjustable electric bed

    Hello I have an electric adjustable bed available. It's not new--but it's in excellent condition. It is also not a true 'hospital' bed--it's intended for home use. It does not come with any kind of bed rails or anything. I'd like it to go to someone that needs one for home. I will give it...
  8. G

    Question about Mom's internal thermostat...

    My Mom has Bulbar ALS diagnosed Aug. 2010 - 1st symptoms Jan. 2009. She has very limited mobility now and is in her power wheelchair, power recliner, or hospital bed almost all of the time now. Lately, she has been indicating that she is HOT! She dresses very lightly with a light nightgown...
  9. C

    ALS equipped van for sale with only 4200 mi.

    FOR SALE by owner in Massachusetts 2008 Chevy Uplander LS with only 4200 miles! Like new. Still under factory warranty 6 cyl , auto trans, AC, AM/FM radio w/CD, satellite radio/Onstar options, power windows/mirrors, power driver seat, 7 pass. seating - front and second row bucket seats, third...
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    Equipment available from alsga

    ALS GUARDIAN ANGELS currently has a Dynavox(s) and a top of the line power wheelchair(s) available at no charge to PALS in need. ALSGA will cover all shipping expenses anywhere in the USA. Email Stu at ANGELS4ALS
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