Care Services

Our Chapter offers a full range of services to guide and assist you as you learn more about ALS. Here you will find pertinent information for patients, caregivers, family members, friends and healthcare workers. Our staff is here Monday through Friday to answer any questions you may have. Please don't hesitate to call or e-mail us for more information click here

The Massachusetts Chapter provides Care Services at no cost to ALS patients and families.  You may register with the Chapter by contacting the Chapter office at 781-255-8884. Care Services Coordinators provide information, support, and referrals to community resources.  We work closely with the patient, and their medical team to coordinate care and identify resources.

Care Services at a Glance

 If you have any questions regarding our local services, please contact:

 

CARE SERVICES STAFF, BY COUNTIES 

Kaitlin Lapham kaitlin.lapham@als-ma.org, 781-255-8884 ext. 240
Barnstable, Bristol, Dukes, Nantucket, Norfolk*, Plymouth, Suffolk*

Shannon Sullivan shannon.sullivan@als-ma.org, 508-963-5091
Berkshire, Franklin, Hampden, Hampshire, Middlesex*, Worcester

John Adebayo john.adebayo@als-ma.org, 781-255-8884 ext. 225
Middlesex*, Norfolk*, Suffolk*

Melissa Daly melissa.daly@als-ma.org, 781-255-8884, ext. 226
Essex, Middlesex*, Suffolk*

Jennifer Chapin jennifer.chapin@als-ma.org, 781-255-8884, ext. 249
Speech-Language Pathologist & AAC Specialist

*Starred counties are shared; please contact office at 781-255-8884 for staff assignment.

 

Remember that our skilled staff of care services is here to support you and your family every step of the way. 


Quality of Life Grant Program

The Massachusetts Chapter Grant Program assists Massachusetts families with expenses incurred on or after 2/1/2018 that are not traditionally covered by insurance such as private insurance, Medicare, Medicaid (Mass Health), and other assistance programs. It will cover respite, travel costs related to ALS clinics or research, generators, durable medical equipment repairs and personal emergency response systems. 

- Applicants must be a resident of Massachusetts in order to qualify
- Applicants must be fully registered with the Massachusetts Chapter. If you are not sure if you are registered, contact the Chapter office.
- Applicants are eligible for a $500 grant once a year.
- Expenses must be directly related to ALS or PLS diagnosis. See "Eligible ALS Expense List"

Steps for Applying for a Chapter Grant
Download Grant Application 
(download form to complete and fax, email, or mail to us)

Quality of Life Grant 2020

 


 

Leonard Florence Center for Living

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The center is the country's first urban model skilled nursing Green House, which cares for more individuals with ALS than anywhere else in the world. Showcased in revolutionary technology, residents can open doors, turn up or down their bedroom shades, adjust room temperatures or call for the elevator - with the help of a computer and sensor that tracks head and eye movements for instruction. The houses feature spacious private rooms/baths, open kitchens, fireplaced living rooms and welcoming gathering spaces such as a European day spa, deli, cafe, and library. The Center provides compassionate skilled nursing care in a nurturing home environment, enabling residents to live as independently as possible. Medicare and Medicaid are acepted as well as many third party insurance companies.  Click here for more information.




Providing care today.  Supporting hope for tomorrow.