ALS United Rocky Mountain
ALS United Rocky Mountain symbolizes the hopes of people everywhere that Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis will one day be a disease of the past, conquered by the dedication of thousands who have worked ceaselessly to understand and eradicate this perplexing killer.
Until that day comes, ALS United Rocky Mountain relentlessly pursues its mission to help people living with ALS and to leave no stone unturned in the search for a cure for this progressive neurodegenerative disease.
I was diagnosed with ALS at the Mayo Clinic in October of 2020. I was later given the name the ALS United Rocky Mountain, formerly ALS Association Rocky Mountain Chapter, to contact for support and services. I made the telephone call and received a return call quickly from Suzanne who spoke with me and provided me with a packet of resources. From that day forward, the staff have been attentive and caring in each of the phases of my illness. They are so knowledgeable about ALS and have guided me in this horrible journey that has no roadmap other than suffering and unknown decline on a daily basis. Because, of the ALS United Rocky Mountain, their caring team understands my fears.
This is not an easy place to be in life but the counseling I receive has made it tolerable. The equipment they have provided me is so very important to me and for my caretakers. Equipment to help me do daily tasks is essential for what remains of my quality of life. We encourage people to contribute to support ALS United Rocky Mountain so that they may continue to do God’s work for those in need.
– Ellen Alires-Trujillo
Financials
Programs
Personal Care Consultations
Personalized comprehensive information is provided on an ongoing basis about ALS disease progression, our services, equipment needs, home modifications, referrals, and caring for the caregivers.
Equipment Loan Program
Offers the use of needed medical equipment such as wheel chairs, lifts, and other assistive devices as the patient's needs progress.
Kids of ALS Educational Program
Age-specific educational gift bags for children affected by ALS.
Monthly Support Groups
Groups held virtually for specific areas across the Rocky Mountains, for patients only, and caregivers only to provide group support and safe spaces for the community.
Volunteering + Events
Volunteer Opportunities
ALS United Rocky Mountain is always looking for volunteering surrounding our events throughout Colorado and Utah. This includes community outreach opportunities, solicitation gathering, and day of volunteering at our events such as Ski ALS, Walks ALS, and our Sunset Gala.
Ski ALS
Ski ALS is a one-day fundraising and ALS adaptive ski event. This event is designed to accommodate every ski and snow enthusiast, no matter your skill level. Please join us by registering and fundraising for a day full of community and fun at Event Location: Beaver Run Resort & Conference Center. This event will support 5 individuals with ALS for a special afternoon of an adaptive skiing experience with the Breckenridge Outdoor Education Center. The ALS community is invited to participate, to ski & snowboard, fundraise, and to engage in competition with each other for most dollars raised. Fantastic prizes will be awarded to top fundraising winners.
We hope to see more of you out on the slopes at Breckenridge with us on April 6th, 2024. Help us reach our goal by signing up today!
Denver Colfax Run for ALS
Event Location: Denver, CO
2 Days, 8 Races a distance for everyone! 26.2 Marathon through the stadium, fire station, downtown, Sloan's Lake, Colfax Ave, 7 miles of Water.13.1 Half Marathon through Denver Zoo, Denver Fire Station, downtown, Colorado Firefighter Calendar on course
Urban 10 Miler through the stadium, downtown, and City Park
5-Person Marathon Relay - 5 legs, 5 distances. Colfax 5K - kickoff the weekend on Saturday (Dogs Welcome!)
Once you sign up for a Colfax Race at https://www.runcolfax.org/ then register (free) on our website here to start fundraising!
Walks for ALS - Colorado & Utah
Join one of our Rocky Mountain Walks for ALS in your area! Our Walk events are our largest annual gatherings for the ALS community, raising funds and awareness that supports our free ALS programs and the search for treatments and cures to conquer ALS.