UVM Med Center receives $37,500 grant for Lou Gehrig's disease treatment

Vermont Business Magazine The ALS Association of Northern New England has awarded a $37,500 grant to the ALS Center at the University of Vermont Medical Center to support patients and families struggling with Lou Gehrig's disease. The funds will be used to purchase equipment for home use, support continued therapy after insurance coverage runs out, and provide respite for caregivers, among other things.

Pictured are Mauret Brinser of the ALS Association of Northern New England (back row far left) and members of the ALS Center treatment team.