Deb Paust

As a Community Organizing Associate, Deb provides valuable support and empowerment to the I AM ALS community teams as they develop impactful advocacy initiatives. Deb is passionate about connecting with people affected by ALS on a personal level to educate, engage and assist in achieving advocacy goals.

Prior to joining I AM ALS, Deb worked in Physical Therapy for more than 30 years before taking leave to be a full time caregiver to her husband Tim who had ALS. Deb has been an ALS advocate for more than 10 years, including serving as co-chair of the I AM ALS Legislative Affairs Team. Deb earned her Associates in Applied Science at Oakton Community College.