STATUS:  Open

CLIENTS SERVED: The Hoffman ALS Financial Assistance Program is established to enhance ALS patient access to multi-disciplinary care by reducing financial barriers to utilizing care.

DESCRIPTION:  Leveraging existing Association infrastructures, The Hoffman ALS Financial Assistance Program grant will provide financial assistance to patients to reduce financial barriers that prevent their utilization of ALS-specific multidisciplinary care.

SERVICES / PROGRAMS: This includes providing grants to individuals for direct expenses such as transportation, hotels, lost wages, or copays and deductibles directly related to ALS clinic visits.

HOW TO APPLY:  Individuals will complete an online application, or print if needed, and request funds to cover specific cost needs to access a clinic. Applications will be reviewed and approved solely based on need by a designated staff member with final approval from a senior management team member. Impact of grant will be captured to evaluate outcomes and continued need.  The intent is to provide annual grants of up to $1,000 to individuals living with ALS who are experiencing a financial barrier.