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National Kidney Foundation
About The National Kidney Foundation
The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) is a charitable organization committed to preventing kidney disease, raising awareness about organ donation, and helping those impacted by kidney issues. Established in 1950, the NKF's goal is to enhance the health and quality of life of individuals dealing with kidney problems through educational efforts, advocacy work, and research projects. They offer resources to spot and manage kidney disease early on, advocate for policies that make kidney care more accessible, and fund research to develop better treatments and eventually find a cure for kidney ailments. Furthermore, the NKF offers various support services like hotlines, peer support programs, and community events to aid individuals and families affected by kidney disease. Please email learningcenter@kidney.org with any questions or call the NKF Cares helpline at 855.NKF.CARES (855.653.2273) or for additional resources or support please CLICK HERE to visit their website.
Important Info From the Mayo Clinic
Living Donor Transplants:
There are two types of living donor transplants. In the following link by the Mayo Clinic, you will briefly learn the difference between direct and non-direct donations, as well as further information to assist in making an informed decision, such as choosing the right transplant medical center for you. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE.
Living Donor and Insurance Information:
“All medical services related to organ donation are submitted to the recipient's insurance. Your recipient's insurance typically covers all medical services related to your organ donation, including your evaluation, hospitalization, surgery, follow-up care and treatment of any surgical complications.” -Mayo Clinic Staff
Please note, that this includes the evaluation process to test to become a living donor.
For more information, please use the button below for a directory to locate & contact the Mayo Clinic of your choosing.
Kidney Transplant Centers through the National Pair Registry
Donor Assistance Programs
National Living Donor Assistance Center (NLDAC)-Used by the Mayo Clinic
National Living Donor Assistance Center (NLDAC)-Used by the Mayo Clinic
National Living Donor Assistance Center (NLDAC)-Used by the Mayo Clinic
“Many people would like to donate an organ to a family member or friend, but would have trouble paying for related expenses—like transportation, lodging, food, and dependent care—that are not covered by insurance, especially if they lose wages during their recovery from donation surgery. The costs of the process can be a burden for donors and recipients; for some, these costs might make living organ donation impossible.
The National Living Donor Assistance Center exists to provide access to transplantation for those who want to donate, but face financial barriers to doing so.” -NLDC
This particular donor assistance program has the potential to assist with evaluation testing expenses if applied to before the evaluation has occurred
American Transplant Foundation (ATF)
National Living Donor Assistance Center (NLDAC)-Used by the Mayo Clinic
National Living Donor Assistance Center (NLDAC)-Used by the Mayo Clinic
“The American Transplant Foundation is proud to be able to provide real help to real families when they need it the most. We go beyond awareness by providing mentorship and financial support to patients and their families.
We help living organ donors to cover essential living expenses (i.e. rent/mortgage) due to lost wages during recovery after surgery so they can heal without facing financial troubles.
For transplant recipients, we help patients with financial support to maintain the organ that keeps them alive! We provide assistance to cover delinquent insurance premiums, overdue medication co-payments, and essential living expenses.
This is only possible because of our generous financial donors. Thank you all for entrusting us to support the transplant community.” -ATF
National Pair Registry Donor Shield
National Living Donor Assistance Center (NLDAC)-Used by the Mayo Clinic
National Pair Registry Donor Shield
“Becoming a living kidney donor is a generous gift that could save someone’s life. While kidney donation is a very safe procedure, the entire process does involve a time commitment, potentially including travel and time off work, as well as some element of risk. Donor Shield is a comprehensive program designed to protect living kidney donors, make kidney donation easier and more convenient, and offer support through every step of the donation journey.”
-National Pair Registry
Please CLICK HERE to learn more about Donor Shield.
Learn more about the Donor Shield living donor assistance program, which offers a wide range of financial assistance, protection & support to living donors through their video resources/library.
Transplant Houses for Recipients, Donors, & Cancer Patients
The Gabriel House
A transplant home is a place where individuals who have undergone organ transplantation, such as kidney, liver, heart, or lung transplant, reside during their recovery period. It serves as a supportive environment where patients can receive care & assistance as they adjust to life post-transplant. Additionally, transplant houses can be utilized for donors as they go through the evaluation process & the surgery. Most major metropolitan cities have transplant houses. A simple Google search for “Transplant House” with your city included, will yield the desired result. The Gabriel House, located in Jacksonville, FL will be utilized for Ed’s potential donors'- evaluations, donor surgery stay if needed, and Ed’s pre and post-transplant care.
Guest Requirements
If you have registered to become a living kidney donor for Ed, please take a look at the following link.
ORGAN DONATION IS A QUALIFYING FACTOR FOR FMLA
In order to be eligible to take leave under the FMLA, an emPLOYEE MUST:
· work for a covered employer;
· have worked 1,250 hours during the 12 months prior to the start of leave; ( special hours of service rules apply to airline flight crew members )
· work at a location where the employer has 50 or more employees within 75 miles; and
· have worked for the employer for 12 months. The 12 months of employment are not required to be consecutive for the employee to qualify for FMLA leave. In general, only employment within seven years is counted unless the break in service is (1) due to an employee’s fulfillment of military obligations, or (2) governed by a collective bargaining agreement or other written agreement.” - US Department of Labor