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Muscular Dystrophy Association

Voluntary health organization that advocates on behalf of people with muscular dystrophy and related neuromuscular diseases that take away physical strength and mobility. Funds research for promising treatments and provides people with the highest quality care from doctors across the country. Provides support groups and camps for children and youth.

Description:

Provides a summer camp for children with any neuromuscular disease covered by the organization's program. Summer camp provides a full range of recreational camping activities geared to the special needs of those with neuromuscular disease.

Eligibility:
Youth ages 8 to 17 affected by muscular dystrophy, ALS or related muscle-debilitating diseases and their families.
Service Hours:
Vary
Intake Procedure:
Visit the website for more information.
Fees:
No cost
Counties Served:

Description:

A voluntary health agency that works to combat over 43 neuromuscular diseases and is committed to finding treatments and cures while supporting a comprehensive program of direct patient services and clinical care.

Eligibility:
No restrictions
Service Hours:
M - F 8 am - 4 pm
Intake Procedure:
Call, email, or visit website for information.
Fees:
No cost
Counties Served:

Description:

Financial assistance for the repair of manual and power wheelchairs, leg braces, and communication devices. Operates an extensive equipment loan closet where clients can receive durable medical equipment at no charge. Items available include power wheelchairs, manual wheelchairs, bath equipment, canes, walkers, standing frames, etc.

COVID-19 Update: following all CDC and state guidelines.

Eligibility:
Individuals affected by muscular dystrophy, ALS or related muscle-debilitating diseases and their families.
Service Hours:
M - F 8 am - 4 pm
Intake Procedure:
Call for information.

COVID-19 Update: following all CDC and state guidelines.
Fees:
No cost
Counties Served:

Description:

Offers adult and pediatric support groups that provide a safe place to gather resources, interact meaningfully with others, and exchange valuable information with others in the neuromuscular disease community.

Eligibility:
Individuals affected by muscular dystrophy, ALS or related muscle-debilitating diseases and their families.
Service Hours:
Vary
Intake Procedure:
Call or complete the community support group form on the website.
Fees:
No cost
Counties Served:
  • State of Utah

  • State of Utah

  • State of Utah

  • State of Utah

  • State of Utah