State Initiatives for
Deeper Support

Creating stronger, more connected systems of care at the state level.

Overview

Bridging Voice serves pALS in all 50 states, always free of charge. But in specific states, we’ve built partnerships that allow us to deliver a deeper level of service, including:

Targeted
Outreach

Comprehensive assessment and guidance to find the right assistive technology solutions.

Intensive 1:1 Support

Personalized training sessions and ongoing support delivered remotely.

Training & Capacity-Building

Tailored technology adaptations to match individual abilities and needs.

AI Innovation Access

Training and resources for healthcare professionals and caregivers.

Our State Initiatives

Explore current partnerships and the initiatives that have already made an impact.

Maryland

Active

Working with the Maryland Department of Aging to serve all Marylanders living with ALS

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New York

Active

Our New York Initiative launched in Spring 2026 to serve all New Yorkers living with ALS

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Our Model

We implement statewide initiatives through two partnership models:

Philanthropy-led initiatives

Funded by individual donors and private foundations, often in collaboration with state leadership.

Government agency partnerships

Established directly with state departments or agencies (e.g., Departments of Aging).

Interested in Establishing a State Partnership?

If you’re part of a state agency, foundation, or organization interested in expanding access to assistive communication, we’d love to connect and explore collaboration opportunities.

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Hear from our State Partners

  • As one of the first people to work with Bridging Voice in New York, I’ve seen firsthand how life-changing access to AAC technology and innovative tools can be for individuals living with ALS. The ability to communicate isn’t just about technology, it’s about dignity, connection, and staying present with the people you love. Expanding this support statewide, especially to families in rural and upstate communities, will make a meaningful difference for so many who otherwise might not have access to these critical resources.

    Tim Green

  • We will never be able to adequately thank the Bridging Voice team for supporting Marcia through her journey. She loved texting with so many family members and friends. She listened to music, watched movies, read books, ordered groceries and supplies, paid bills. Truly amazing. Thank you so much for your kindness and gifting Marcia so much capability and joy.

    Marilyn

  • I wanted to say how unbelievably grateful I am to have access to such an amazing service like Bridging Voice. They provide invaluable life-sustaining support to their clients. 

    Kristin

  • We are profoundly grateful for your kindness and boundless patience through this difficult chapter in our lives. You make such a difference in the families of those with ALS and grant a priceless gift of allowing continued communication and connection through a cruel disease.

    Karen

  • I represent a group of donors, together with private support from the Governor and First Lady, who helped launch Bridging Voice’s statewide expansion in New Jersey. The impact has been extraordinary, and we hope other philanthropists will follow suit and help bring this life-changing model to more states.

    Josh

  • Imagine being tied in a chair with your arms taped to your sides and gagged so you can’t speak! How does it feel? After five minutes? Eight minutes? Three hours? Now picture somebody coming in to free you. That’s how I’d describe Bridging Voice.

    Francis

  • ALS has taken so much from April, including her ability to speak. But thanks to the collaboration between Bridging Voice and ElevenLabs, she now has her voice back. No matter what else this cruel disease takes from her, it can no longer take away the sound of her own voice. That, at least, is hers forever.

    Bill