Thank you for visiting my fundraising page.  I'm participating in ALS United Connecticut's Walk ALS to raise funds that will support individuals and families affected by ALS. 

I am walking in support of my new daughter in-law Jenna’s dad, Mike Pocius, who was diagnosed with ALS in October 2023. He first noticed muscle weakness and atrophy in his right leg around March of 2023. After numerous appointments with neuromuscular specialists and months of infusion therapy with no success, his doctor gave the devastating ALS diagnosis.

Since then, Mike’s ALS has continued to progress, and he now gets around in a power wheelchair. Prior to his diagnosis, Mike was very active. He is a strong and brave man and even got out on the dance floor in the wheelchair at the wedding and we all cheered him on. 

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive, fatal neuromuscular disease that slowly robs the body of it's 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 regardless of age, gender, nationality, or ethnicity, although it is primarily an adult-onset disease.  Currently there is no known cause or cure.

Being a part of ALS United Connecticut's Walk ALS is the number one way to unite and fundraise for those living with ALS. ALS United CT has been a great resource and help for Jenna’s family. Please consider supporting my efforts by donating through my fundraising page.

Your donation today will help fund resources and services to the local ALS community, help find new ALS treatments, and move us closer to a world without the disease.

Please feel free to send this page to any friend or family member who might be interested in donating!
Thank you!