Chapter Grant Program
People with ALS who live in our 55-county territory may qualify for Quality of Life Reimbursement Grants from our Chapter. These financial grants provide up to $1,200 per patient per year to support disease-related expenses.
Eligibility
- Must have a diagnosis of ALS or PLS and reside in The ALS Association Central & Southern Ohio Chapter service area (see Territory Map).
- Applicant must be registered with The ALS Association Central & Southern Ohio Chapter and have a qualifying address within the Chapter territory.
- An applicant may be asked to provide verification of diagnosis of ALS or PLS through a “Verification of Diagnosis” Form which must be completed by a neurologist who specializes in ALS or PLS.
- Grant must be used to offset the financial burden of living with ALS or PLS.
Eligibility exclusions: Veterans with ALS who are service-connected and eligible for VA benefits.
Grant Details
- Grant is limited to a total of $1,200 per applicant for approved incurred expenses (from January 5th, 2023 through January 15th, 2024 OR UNTIL GRANT FUNDS ARE EXHAUSTED).
- Grant requests must be related to the diagnosis of ALS or PLS, such as equipment, care and/or services. Please refer to the Grant Guidelines for covered benefits. Some benefits may require a prescription from a medical professional.
- An applicant may be asked to provide verification of diagnosis of ALS or PLS through a “Verification of Diagnosis” Form which must be completed by a neurologist who specializes in ALS or PLS.
- Grants will be paid as an expense reimbursement. Patients must first incur the expense then be reimbursed via the grant program. Copies of receipts or invoices CLEARLY indicating payment(s) are necessary.
- Grants will be disbursed to patients according to date received until the limits of the grant funding budget is reached.
If you believe you qualify for our Chapter Quality of Life Reimbursement Grant, please download the documents that comprise the Grant Packet below. If you prefer a hard copy of the Grant Packet mailed to you, please contact your care services coordinator.