Dear friends and supporters, 

I am writing to ask for your help in a time of great need. My name is Blake, and I have been recently diagnosed with familial ALS, a rare and devastating disease that also affected my father (seen next to me in my profile picture). He was diagnosed and passed away in 2017. 

ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, is a progressive neurological disorder that affects the nerve cells responsible for controlling voluntary muscle movement. As the disease progresses, patients lose the ability to speak, swallow, and breathe on their own, eventually leading to complete paralysis. 

Living with ALS is a daily struggle, both physically and emotionally, and requires a great deal of support from friends and loved ones. Unfortunately, the cost of managing this disease is astronomical, with expenses that include medical bills, equipment, and caregiving. As a result, I am reaching out to you for help. 

My family and I are launching this GoFundMe campaign to raise funds that will help cover the cost of my medical care and related expenses. Your donations will help us purchase necessary medical equipment, such as a wheelchair, a lift chair, and a hospital bed, as well as pay for home modifications to make my living space more accessible. The funds will also help cover the cost of in-home care and any other expenses associated with my ongoing treatment. 

I am deeply grateful for any support you can provide, no matter how small. Every dollar counts and will make a significant impact on my ability to cope with this disease. Your donations will help me continue to live as independently as possible and maintain a high quality of life, despite the challenges that come with ALS. 

Thank you for your consideration and for your support in this difficult time. 

Sincerely,
Blake Miller

Please visit this link to help support Blake directly: 

https://gofund.me/e417286d

 

Every 90 minutes a person in this country is diagnosed with ALS and every 90 minutes another person will lose their battle against this disease. ALS occurs throughout the world with no racial, ethnic, or socioeconomic boundaries. 

That’s why we’re participating in the Walk to Defeat ALS. To bring hope. To raise awareness. To provide resources and services to families free of charge. To help unlock the mystery of ALS and find the key to treatments a cure. Will you join us? 

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. Presently there is no known cause of the disease, yet it still costs loved ones an average of $250,000 a year to provide the care people living with ALS and their families need. Join the movement to provide help and hope today!