Care ServicesOur 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. 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 Shannon Sullivan - shannon.sullivan@als-ma.org, 508-963-5091 John Adebayo - john.adebayo@als-ma.org, 781-255-8884 ext. 225 Melissa Daly - melissa.daly@als-ma.org, 781-255-8884, ext. 226 Jennifer Chapin - jennifer.chapin@als-ma.org, 781-255-8884, ext. 249 *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. Steps for Applying for a Chapter Grant
Leonard Florence Center for Living 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. |