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Although Team ALS of BC and Yukon is new to Richmond, they have already provided immeasurable benefits for the community in their dedication to support residents suffering from Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, a rapidly progressive, neuromuscular disease. 

Their small office of five employees manages to lead over 300 volunteers to raise funds for patient services and research as well as increase public awareness and understanding. In addition, they are able to offer an equipment loan program, which is especially crucial when one considers that equipment costs for each patient amount to a staggering $137,000.

Not only are patients benefiting, but families are too. The group organizes a camp for kids whose families are affected by the disease. It’s often the first time away the kids have had since the diagnosis.

For Richmond and beyond, Team ALS of BC and Yukon has built a $2.5 million medical equipment lending library for patients, which will leave a positive and lasting change in the community.