ALS Services for Muscatine County

Find resources for dealing with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease.

Find local chapters in your community. This website also has a patient services resource directory, a listing of clinical trials, and a reference for finding clinics and medical centers that specialize in ALS.
ALS Association – Iowa Chapter
Foxboro Business Center, 6165 NW 88th St., Suite 205, Johnston, IA 50131 · Map »
515-727-1601
The MDA has leveraged its extensive national network to provide support services for persons with ALS. Programs include equipment loans and assistance for the repair of equipment, as well as chat rooms and a listing of ALS medical centers and research trials through out the country.
This non-profit research organization is focused on finding a cure for ALS, but they also provide a venue for patients and families to connect in community across the country.
Participate in message forums on a variety of topics, including living with ALS and ALS research.
Built by patients and families coping with ALS, these webpages allow individuals to share their experiences, triumphs and concerns. Create a page for your family.
1025 Wade St., Iowa City, IA 52240-6626 · Map »
319-351-5665 or 1-800-897-3052 (toll-free)
Iowa City Hospice’s Mission: Our mission is to be the leaders in providing exceptional patient-centered palliative care and grief support to anyone affected by a terminal illness. Iowa City Hospice’s Principle of Practice: As a community-oriented, not-for-profit organization, Iowa City Hospice is dedicated to offering services to everyone regardless of an individual’s ability to pay.
Please Note: Iowa City Hospice does not specifically endorse the activities of these organizations, but offers their information as a sample of the kinds of materials and services that are available.