Terril Needs a Living Kidney Donor
“There are not enough words in my vocabulary to say thank you to express how much a donor’s life saving donation means to be. My donor would become as one of my family to me and I hope they would know how much gratitude is in my heart.”
Terril’s Story
Terril is a wonderful husband, father, and friend who is very involved with his church. He constantly gives back to those in need. Now, he is hopeful someone will see his story and decide to give back to him.
Terril was diagnosed with a hereditary Polycystic Kidney Disease from his mother’s side and he faces worsening health complications. Despite discovering kidney issues a decade ago, only dietary advice was provided. Seven years ago, a specialist in Idaho diagnosed the severity, and last summer, with a GFR below 20, a kidney transplant became imperative. Terril grapples with physical fatigue, hindering activities, and mental distress due to an uncertain future. The lack of clarity prevents him from planning, impacting his emotional well-being.
We Need to Find a Living Donor
Given the hereditary nature of PKD in Terril’s family, finding a living kidney donor is crucial. The majority of his family members may not be suitable donors due to their own potential predisposition to the disease. Waiting for a deceased donor for more than five years is not an ideal option, as Terril’s health could further deteriorate during this period. Therefore, the most promising path forward for Terril is to seek a living kidney donor, offering him a chance at a healthier future.
Donor Eligibility Requirements
Terril is extremely lucky to have secured highly qualified medical help and support from the team at the University of Utah Health (UUH). He wants any interested persons to know that they will be in exceptional hands should they decide to step forward. UUH has shared the following as a pre-qualification list for donation:
Must be between the age of 18-69 years old.
Must be healthy and free of major health problems such as high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, obesity (BMI of 37 or less).
Must be mentally and emotionally healthy.
You Can Help Save Terril's Life!
Interested In Donating?
Complete the short contact form and a GiftWorks' Living Donor Navigator will respond within 1 day to guide you through the next steps in the process.
Have Questions About Donating?
Having questions is normal! Complete the short contact form to set up a time to speak with a GiftWorks' Living Donor Navigator; a guide who knows what it's like to donate a kidney because they've donated in the past.
Want To Help In Other Ways?
You can help by sharing Terril's page today! Also, be sure to share Terril's posts on social media each week to spread awareness of his story. Sharing posts is one of the best ways to help Terril find his lifesaving donor.
Process for Stepping Forward for Terril
Fill out the short contact form and a GiftWorks’ Living Donor Navigator will reach out to you within 1 business day to set up a time to connect.
During your time with a GiftWorks’ Living Donor Navigator, you will get to ask questions and receive answers from a living kidney donor. They will tell you more about the process, address non-medical concerns, and connect you to valuable resources.
Breeze is a health questionnaire that will be reviewed by the hospital’s medical team to determine your eligibility for living donation as well as the next steps.
Share To Help
Share This Post to Help Terril Find a Living Kidney Donor
As many of you know, I’ve been on a deeply personal quest to find a living kidney donor. The urgency of this search has grown over the last six months, but I remain hopeful for a positive outcome. I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has already come forward. Your bravery and kindness, even if we haven’t met face-to-face, truly touch my heart.
If you’re contemplating the possibility of becoming a donor or are ready to proceed with testing, I warmly encourage you to take that step. You can start by completing the contact form on my website, which you can find in the comments below.
Thank you so much for your support and compassion during this challenging time.
Please Help Save Terril’s Life! Share This Post!
Terril has dedicated his life to helping others as a loving husband, father, and active community member. Now, he urgently needs a living kidney donor to save his life. Diagnosed with Polycystic Kidney Disease, Terril’s condition is worsening, and the wait for a deceased donor could take too long. I truly believe he deserves the chance to continue living a very healthy and full life surrounded by his wife and children. Please share his story, and if you or someone you know can help, visit www.giftworksuuh.com/terrilh. Your generosity could give Terril the gift of life and inspire many others!
Urgent Request for Assistance – Please Help Spread the Word
It’s been about seven years since I was diagnosed with Polycystic Kidney Disease, and opening up about my search for a living kidney donor has been incredibly challenging. My condition is deteriorating quickly, and I face severe health issues every day. The waitlist for a deceased donor kidney is long, with over 100,000 people waiting and potential wait times of more than five years. Unfortunately, I don’t have that much time. If you’re reading this, please help by sharing my post. Your support in spreading the word can make a huge difference. If you feel moved to consider becoming my donor, please visit my website and fill out the contact form: https://giftworksuuh.com/terrilh/.
Thank you so much for your kindness and support.
Questions & Answers
WAS TERRIL'S FAMILY TESTED?
Terril has a hereditary disease known as PKD. This means that most of his family members have it, or will have it, and are unable to donate. Often times, the best donor is someone who is not a family member.
DO I NEED INSURANCE TO DONATE?
While the recipient's insurance will provide coverage for the donor, the donor needs to have their own health insurance in the rare event an unknown health issues comes up for the donor.
WHAT ABOUT MY EXPENSES?
While the recipient's insurance covers all costs related to the donation (for Terril and his donor), there are expenses like travel, meals, and lost wages that can be incurred. However, we want you to know there are resources available to ensure you do not have to pay for anything out of pocket. The GiftWorks' team can provide more information about those resources if you choose to step forward as a living donor.
HOW LONG IS THE RECOVERY PROCESS?
Living kidney donors are often able to return to work within 2 weeks, and fully heal within 6-8 weeks. After surgery, the donor’s remaining kidney will also grow in size and function, allowing them to live normal life with just one kidney.
WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS TO DONATE?
The following are pre-qualification requirements for living donation: must be between the age of 18-69 years old, must be healthy and free of major health problems such as high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, and obesity (BMI of 37 or less), and must be mentally and emotionally healthy.
WHAT HAPPENS IF TERRIL DOES NOT FIND A DONOR?
The ideal outcome is for Terril is to find a living donor. He has already battled so much with his kidney disease that being on the kidney transplant waiting list for 3-5 years is simply not ideal. Long-term dialysis is also not ideal as it can lead to a variety of complications such as low blood pressure, injection site infection, and blood clots.
