Rob Lognon, one of our dedicated Client Services Coordinators, has spent 6 years with The ALS Society of Alberta. 6 years is plenty of time to make meaningful, long-lasting connections with our families affected by ALS. Rob, with his hard work and dedication, is no exception! When asked what made him want to join the Society, Rob said “the amazing opportunity to serve people who really need help at a critical moment in their life through an excellent organization.”

He cited his impact on clients and families as a main reason for staying: “I feel like I am able to really make a difference. I’ve also met so many people who have impacted me and taught me a great deal.” A story about one of those people that have impacted Rob’s life helps to encapsulate the tangible benefits of ALS Alberta. “I had a client who had a very active social life. She always looked forward to visiting with friends who would come over any day of the week. Eventually she found it more and more difficult to climb the stairs to her second storey bedroom toward the end of the day. So we installed a stairlift at the request of her occupational therapist. She was elated! She told me that that stairlift gave her at least two extra hours every evening. Before, she would have to gauge her energy and often had to go to bed early so she could make it up safely. But afterwards, she didn’t even have to think about it. She could enjoy her evenings without a second thought.”

“I think we quickly become a piece of solid ground in a seismic time. Through our client services and equipment programs, we are able to help clients with what they need, when they need it.” We owe our stability and reach to our amazing staff, like Rob Lognon.