Walk ALS Denver: Elaine Scales - ALS United Rocky Mountain

Walking for our friend Carl

Hello to my wonderful Friends & Family

I am reaching out to you as I am taking part in the Walk ALS Denver, in support of my friend Carl Manke, who is living with ALS, and his family. Your support would be very much appreciated.

The disease keeps progressing for Carl...he is doing three feeds a day now, so eating very little by mouth. His breathing is a bit difficult. Carl's amazing wife, Tanya, assists him more with daily tasks, yet his spirits are still generally good.

Your support is needed for those affected by ALS and to spread awareness of the urgency to find treatments and a cure.

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive, fatal neuromuscular disease that slowly robs the body of its ability to walk, speak, swallow, and breathe. The life expectancy of a person with ALS averages 2 to 5 years from the time of diagnosis. ALS can strike anyone, and presently there is no known cause or cure.

That?s why I?m walking. To change the statistics. To bring help and hope to those living with the disease. To ensure that no one ever hears the words: ?You have ALS? again.

The past two years have brought incredible advancements in ALS research, expanded access to care for people living with ALS, and enabled legislation that impacts the quality of life of people with ALS and their families.

With your help, we will be able to make a difference in the lives of people affected by this disease.