"I will not forget your compassion and caring. Because you had gone through it with many other families, you knew of our pain. You were always ready to help. I remember, towards the end, I called you to ask how much longer would she have to live. You came to the house, evaluated Brenda's condition, and helped me prepare for her death."
-Russ Cisek, spouse of ALS patient

"Literature on ALS is plentiful, but when changes overtake your lifelong partner, your whole life changes, too. There's little time to read, and specific advice about how to handle the situation -- physically, emotionally, and spiritually -- can be hard to find. When I met Ron Hoffman at a support group, he seemed like someone who could help. I grossly underestimated just how much. For questions of any nature, he helps me find answers. He brings equipment to our house and shows us how to use it. He encourages us, in the most compassionate way, to confront the challenges we face now -- practical and spiritual -- and prepare for those to come. Both my husband and I feel grateful and indebted to him for accompanying us on this journey."
-Marlene Ellin, spouse of ALS patient

"I remember a conversation that I had with Ron when I was in one of my down points as a caregiver, [caring for my husband Ed had me] feeling overwhelmed, tired, angry, resentful, you name it! Ron had called to check in and asked me how I was. He really opens his heart and listens! Ed sometimes has a difficult time listening to others talk about the illness but with Ron, Ed listens."
-Wendy Smith, spouse of ALS patient

"Your support and aid through Fran's illness will never be forgotten. The inexsufflator was a Godsend and the shower chair also. The financial aid, the kindness, and just being there for us were so appreciated."
-Mona Tighe, spouse of ALS patient, July, 2001

"Your encouragement and helpful hints boosted Bill's spirits and the chair will provide him the freedom and comfort of sitting with friends and family on a regular basis."
-Bill and Mary Palladino, ALS patient and his spouse