GOALS: An ALS United Podcast

ALS United Mid-Atlantic nurse Annette Miller, RN, joins the GOALS Podcast to discuss her work and experience caring for people with ALS. In this episode, Annette talks about how her role as a nurse has evolved, how she guides people through the challenges of ALS, the services offered through ALS United Mid-Atlantic, and the growing reputation of the ALS Treatment Center at Penn State Health Hershey Medical Center.
Our mission is to unite and empower the ALS community through a collaborative approach to fostering bold research initiatives, advancing national and state advocacy, and providing comprehensive care and support to individuals and families affected by ALS. ALS United Mid-Atlantic serves people with ALS in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware.
To learn more about our programs and research and how to support our initiatives, visit www.alsmidatlantic.org

Vincent Cella is a 22-year retired Gulf War veteran from Sewell, N.J., with 18 years spent in the Navy and four with the Army. After years of health issues, Cella was diagnosed with ALS in August of 2024. He joins the ALS United Mid-Atlantic GOALS Podcast to share his story to bring more attention to the issue of veterans and ALS.
Our mission is to unite and empower the ALS community through a collaborative approach to fostering bold research initiatives, advancing national and state advocacy, and providing comprehensive care and support to individuals and families affected by ALS. ALS United Mid-Atlantic serves people with ALS in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware.
To learn more about our programs and research and how to support our initiatives, visit www.alsmidatlantic.org

Director of Development Donna Cleary talks about her work at ALS United Mid-Atlantic, how to leave a lasting legacy, and her personal connections to the ALS cause.
Our mission is to unite and empower the ALS community through a collaborative approach to fostering bold research initiatives, advancing national and state advocacy, and providing comprehensive care and support to individuals and families affected by ALS. ALS United Mid-Atlantic serves people with ALS in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware.
To learn more about our programs and research and how to support our initiatives, visit www.alsmidatlantic.org

Michele Yelland was diagnosed with ALS in 2024. When she saw that many people did not understand her symptoms and experience with ALS, she decided to write and publish her own book about it. In this podcast, Michele talks about what inspired her to write her book, her travels with ALS, and what gives her hope.
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Our mission is to unite and empower the ALS community through a collaborative approach to fostering bold research initiatives, advancing national and state advocacy, and providing comprehensive care and support to individuals and families affected by ALS. ALS United Mid-Atlantic serves people with ALS in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware.
To learn more about our programs and research and how to support our initiatives, visit www.alsmidatlantic.org

Jessie Meier, MSW, LSW, joins the ALS United Mid-Atlantic GOALS Podcast to discuss her role as a social worker with ALS United Mid-Atlantic, her connection with ALS patients and families, what it means to be a caregiver and to live with purpose, and the upcoming Lehigh Valley ALS United Walk. To join the Walk, register or donate at www.alsunitedwalk.org
Our mission is to unite and empower the ALS community through a collaborative approach to fostering bold research initiatives, advancing national and state advocacy, and providing comprehensive care and support to individuals and families affected by ALS. ALS United Mid-Atlantic serves people with ALS in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware.
To learn more about our programs and research and how to support our initiatives, visit www.alsmidatlantic.org

Larry Gifford is living with Parkinson's Disease. He formed PD Avengers to raise awareness of Parkinson's Disease and advocate for more research to find new treatments. In this ALS United Mid-Atlantic GOALS Podcast, Larry talks about his efforts and collaboration and education with groups like ALS United. Learn more about his work at: https://www.pdavengers.com/
The mission of ALS United Mid-Atlantic is to unite and empower the ALS community through a collaborative approach to fostering bold research initiatives, advancing national and state advocacy, and providing comprehensive care and support to individuals and families affected by ALS.
ALS United Mid-Atlantic serves people with ALS in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware. To learn more about our programs and research and how to support our initiatives, visit www.alsmidatlantic.org

Chris Albright joins the ALS United Mid-Atlantic GOALS Podcast to discuss the ALS United Walk program and upcoming ALS United Walk events. The ALS United Walk is the signature event for ALS United Mid-Atlantic. Register now at www.alsunitedwalk.org
Our mission is to unite and empower the ALS community through a collaborative approach to fostering bold research initiatives, advancing national and state advocacy, and providing comprehensive care and support to individuals and families affected by ALS. ALS United Mid-Atlantic serves people with ALS in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware.
To learn more about our programs and research and how to support our initiatives, visit www.alsmidatlantic.org

Ashley Lee joins the ALS United Mid-Atlantic GOALS Podcast to discuss her family's ALS story and what has inspired her to be an ALS advocate. In this episode, Ashley talks about advances in advocacy and research and the connection between ALS and military veterans.
Our mission is to unite and empower the ALS community through a collaborative approach to fostering bold research initiatives, advancing national and state advocacy, and providing comprehensive care and support to individuals and families affected by ALS. ALS United Mid-Atlantic serves people with ALS in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware.
To learn more about our programs and research and how to support our initiatives, visit www.alsmidatlantic.org