Yesterday, I set out to conquer the world of voice banking. For those who are uninitiated to this fairly new and exciting technology, it’s software for people whose ability to speak might become compromised. Many—though not all—ALS patients will face deterioration or outright loss of speech in the course of their illness.

An article on the Muscular Dystrophy Association website says:

Not everyone with ALS loses their voice, but it’s a common symptom, especially in bulbar-onset ALS. While there’s no easy way to prepare for this prospect, “voice banking” is a viable option for preserving your unique sound and the identity it represents.

Ideally, you start early, before your voice is affected, which is where I am now. Read More>