Renal Support Network (RSN) is here to empower people who have been diagnosed with kidney disease. Is that you? We know it sucks, we have all been there. We know one thing for sure is if you become knowledgeable about your illness, proactive in your care you will soon see there is lots of hope! Heck, some of us have lived with this illness for 50 plus years and doing great. Click here to read our Survivor Stories
Connecting with people who have already gone down this path is crucial to survivorship. We will tell you what to ask, what to expect and how to deal with lifestyle changes. You will even make a few friends if you hang out with us. We can help you manage all the uncertainties and emotions. If you would like to be part of our kidney kin community, click here to join an online support group.
We have lots of information, so take a few minutes to look around. Here are some highlights.
Check out RSN’s Silent Auction Now Through August 18, 2022. Auction items include items signed by Jack Black and George Lopez, unique experiences, designer jewelry, original artwork, handbags and more!
RSN does not charge anything for the many unique programs we offer. The funds raised will help us provide a wide variety of patient support activities. So please shop our auction to help people living with kidney disease.
All Purchases are 100% Tax Deductible
Tell Your Story: Enter RSN’s 20th Annual Essay Contest!
This year the theme is “Surviving Tough Times: Share a strategy you have used to cope with kidney disease.” Contest winners will receive cash prizes: First Place, $500; Second Place, $300; and Third Place, $100. The submission deadline is August 10, 2022. Winners will be announced on the week of September 25, 2022.
You are never alone with this illness, we have a number of support group and activities online. We have all been where you are and know the myriad of emotions you are going through. One friend makes a difference! You have to do the work and show up.
Online Exercise Classes – Get your much needed exercise at Kidney Kin Fitness with personal trainer, Edina Tanacs and Be Fit While You Sit with personal trainers, Nicole Simpson and Karen Langevin.
The Spring/Summer 2022 issue’s cover story features Bonnie Pachal and how her family offers her support and is helping her search for a living donor. Find articles to help cope with anxiety and stress that comes with having kidney disease plus a 5-course, kidney-friendly brunch recipe collection! Read the digital Spring/Summer 2022 issue online today. click here to sign up to get on the mailing list in time for the Fall/Winter 2022 issue.
We know kidney disease is accompanied by anxiety. From sitting in a dialysis chair for many hours, waiting for a test result or when you just feel overwhelmed. Let your mind and body relax while listing to the comforting sounds. Choose a soothing rainfall, a peaceful forest stream, rainforest birds or calming instrumentals, then close your eyes and let your stress and anxiety fade away.
Get the Scoop on Kidney Stuff with Neff & Nuff! RSN shines a light on kidney health, organ donation and the importance of taking your transplant meds in a clever animated video series featuring two animated kidney stars who educate the public about kidney care. Watch all three videos in English or in Spanish.
Podcasts are a great way to learn and all you have to do is tune in when you waiting for the doc, in traffic or want to find a cozy place with your cat on your lap.
It’s always wonderful to be recognized, especially among people who are working diligently to bring hope to others, in this case, to people with kidney disease! Read on for a dose hope…
We don’t get in to politics here, but we do get into policy. As people who have kidney disease we need to make every voice count. We are currently supporting several pieces of legislation. Get involved and help us be heard.
Introducing the custom, hand-crafted kidney warrior bronze medallion collection, a perfect gift for a living kidney donor, kidney warrior or kidney care health professional.
RSN Members receive a dose of hope by learning how others succeed
Join at no charge and receive a complimentary subscription to Bi-Annual KidneyTalk™ magazine, RenAlert E-News, invitations to all of RSN’s online kidney kin community events and more.
After reading all this you may be hungry so here are some recipes for people who are on dialysis. When you are on dialysis its important monitor phosphorus, potassium and sodium. If you are not on dialysis and want to learn how to slow the progression down and what to eat, click here to learn about preventing kidney disease or slow the progression.
DIALYSIS DIET RECIPES
Call the HOPEline, a peer support phone line at (800) 579-1970 (toll-free) Monday through Friday from 10am to 6pm (Pacific Time). The compassionate and knowledgeable people who answer our Hopeline are living a fulfilling life in spite of kidney disease. They can help you understand and learn how to manage chronic kidney disease, no matter what stage of the disease you are in. Talk to someone who knows what it is like to begin dialysis treatments. Learn the steps necessary to get listed for a kidney transplant or become a donor.
