Patrick Nicholas is an experienced social worker, community organizer, and patient advocate with a passion for health and social equity. In his role as ALS Support Lead, Patrick provides individual and group support for all who are impacted by ALS while implementing program leadership and development within community support services. Prior to I AM ALS, Patrick served as a Case Management Supervisor at Heights and Hills, where he oversaw the facilitation of case management services while working to ensure older adults in Brooklyn, New York, received the necessary support to continue to thrive in their communities. Patrick also served as a Counselor at Women in Need (WIN), where he provided trauma informed counseling and aided families in their transition from shelter into communities. Patrick has a BA in Social Inquiry from The New School and a MSW from Fordham University Graduate School of Social Service.