2025 Cincinnati WalkALS: Ms. Sandra Hall

My dear husband, Carl Thiem, was diagnosed in May of 2022 with ALS. This diagnosis rocked our world. Our future was changed forever in that moment. November 5, 2022 he left this world to be with Jesus. He was still able to walk & talk, feed and dress himself but each day became increasingly difficult. Within 6 months we went from a cane to a walker to needing a wheelchair for outings as walking any distance fatigued him.

Please join us on Sunday, September 28th at Winton Woods (Harper Meadows Area). Faith Financial Advisors will have a table you can join us at. We are once again helping to sponsor the event. You can participate by joining "Team Thiem" or by sponsoring team members. Or just come and hang out with us. We appreciate the support

Check in starts at 9:30. Come early for kids games / activities. Pets on leashes are welcome.

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.

But we can't stop now. The key to a cure begins with you.

Please consider walking with me or sponsoring me. With your help, we will be able to make a difference in the lives of people affected by this disease.