The wait for a kidney transplant is long, and every day brings its own set of challenges. There are so many unknowns, and it’s easy to feel like I have no control over my future. But despite all of the difficulties, I know I’m not alone. The support I’ve received from friends, family, and even strangers has been a constant source of hope.
The support I’ve received from my family, friends, and even strangers has been incredible. Every message, every share, and every encouraging word reminds me that I’m not alone in this. Your encouragement is what keeps me going, even when the future seems uncertain. Please visit my site to learn more: www.giftworksuuh.com/kevina
The hardest part of my journey has been the constant uncertainty. I’ve been living with FSGS for most of my life, and while I’m incredibly thankful for the two kidney transplants I’ve had, I find myself back in need once again. The waiting game is never easy, especially knowing that the longer I wait, the worse my health will get.
Your kindness could save my life. I’ve been living with kidney failure for the past few years. I’ve been on peritoneal dialysis for over a year now, but a kidney transplant is my best chance for a healthy future. Waiting for a transplant is incredibly difficult. Every day, there are so many unknowns, and it feels like there’s so much beyond my control. My family and I are doing everything we can to stay positive, but the uncertainty is hard to bear.
This journey has been filled with challenges, from dealing with the exhaustion and limitations of dialysis to missing out on so many activities I once loved. But through it all, I know that the more people who hear my story, the closer I get to finding a match. Every person who shares my message, whether through social media, word of mouth, or simply passing it along to someone who might be able to help, brings me one step closer to the lifesaving kidney I need.
Waiting for a kidney transplant is one of the hardest things I’ve ever had to do. There are so many unknowns in this journey, so many things that are beyond my control. Every day feels like a mix of uncertainty and hope, and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But what has kept me going, what makes this long road a little more bearable, is the incredible support I’ve received from my family, friends, and community.
Currently, Breeden is one of more than 100,000 people in the U.S. waiting for a lifesaving kidney transplant. It can take years to find a match, and while she waits, my worry is that dialysis will continue to take a toll on her health and quality of life.
Right now, Rindee is one of over 100,000 people in the U.S. waiting for a kidney transplant. But did you know the wait can be cut dramatically if a living donor steps forward? Even more amazing—when someone donates a kidney, their remaining kidney actually grows to handle all the work alone.
People sometimes assume that becoming a living donor means a long, difficult recovery, but the truth is, the surgery usually takes just a few hours. Most donors are walking the same day, and many return to normal activities within 2–6 weeks. According to the National Kidney Foundation, donors often describe it as one of the most meaningful things they’ve ever done — and many say they’d do it again if they could.
I’m registered with the University of Utah Health, and the best path forward for me is a transplant. A living donor would not only shorten my wait—it would give me a chance to get back to life. I’d be able to spend more time with my wife, Kamille, and our two boys. We’d have the freedom to travel again, and I could feel more like me.