05/16/2026
NATIONAL ALS AWARENESS MONTH
Supporting Patients. Guiding Families. Providing Comfort.
What is ALS?
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive neurological disease that affects nerve cells responsible for controlling voluntary muscle movement.
Over time, ALS leads to:
Loss of muscle strength
Difficulty speaking and swallowing
Respiratory decline
When to Consider Hospice for ALS
Hospice care may be appropriate when patients experience:
✔ Increased weakness or immobility
✔ Frequent infections (especially respiratory)
✔ Significant weight loss or difficulty swallowing
✔ Increased shortness of breath
✔ Decline in ability to perform daily activities
How Hospice Helps ALS Patients
At Fairmont Hospice, we provide:
💙 Expert symptom and pain management
💙 Emotional & spiritual support
💙 Respiratory comfort care
💙 Assistance with feeding and mobility challenges
💙 Support for caregivers and families
💙 24/7 access to care
Our Promise
We focus on comfort, dignity, and quality of life—every step of the journey.
📞 When in doubt, call hospice.
Fairmont Hospice
📱 Phone: 832-774-2000
📠 Fax: 888-251-8801
🌐 www.fairmonthospice.com
💙 No obligation – education only