MaineHealth ALS Specialty Care Brunswick is the only comprehensive care center in Maine for people living with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. We provide state-of-the-art, multidisciplinary ALS care with an emphasis on hope and quality of life.
Nationally-recognized ALS care, close to home
The ALS Association has certified our practice as a Recognized Treatment Center. This certification recognizes our high-quality, coordinated care and the compassionate support we provide for patients, caregivers and families.
Our multidisciplinary approach to care brings together a highly-experienced team of health care specialists working together to achieve the best possible quality of life for each patient. Patients receive coordinated care from multiple specialists during a single visit, in one convenient location.
Sally's Story
When Sally was diagnosed with ALS in 2017, Fred, her husband of over 50 years, turned to their trusted local health care partner: MaineHealth Mid Coast Hospital.
More about our services
MaineHealth ALS Specialty Care Brunswick provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment by specialists in neurology, nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, respiratory therapy, nutrition, and social work, with ongoing support from the ALS Association. A dedicated social worker will partner with you to determine which services meet your unique needs. Assessments may include:
- Rehabilitation evaluation for mobility and assistive devices
- Neurological evaluation
- Speech and swallowing assessments
- Breathing evaluation
- Nutrition counseling
- And more
ALS specialty care is fully integrated with our expert neurology services for smooth transitions between each stage of care.
"Our ALS clinic is better aligned to meet the needs of patients and their families by providing all services in one place at one time rather than having them travel to multiple locations at different times."
John Taylor, DO
Director, MaineHealth ALS Specialty Care Brunswick