“To anyone considering becoming my living donor, I understand that this is a big decision and a significant responsibility. Thank you.”

Julius

In Need of a Kidney Donor

My name is Julius, and I am asking for your help to save my life.

My family means everything to me. My mom and dad are still at home, I have an older sister who lives in New Hampshire, and my younger brother is finishing college. I have always valued my independence, but living on my own has become increasingly difficult while managing my health.

Before kidney disease changed my life, I enjoyed riding my motorcycle, playing disc golf, and hunting. These activities gave me a sense of freedom and connection to the things I loved. Over time, my illness has taken away many of those experiences and much of the independence I worked hard to build. I have had to give up things that were important to me, including my motorcycle and my truck.

I am currently living with end-stage kidney failure caused by Alport syndrome, a genetic condition that has also led to hearing loss. I now spend three days a week on dialysis, and my life is restricted by the demands of my treatment and my illness.

The hardest part of waiting for a transplant is not being able to live the life I once had. The exhaustion from dialysis makes it difficult to work full-time, and the growing burden of medical expenses creates even more stress. I want the opportunity to regain my independence, return to the activities I love, and spend more time with the people who matter most to me.

I am looking for a living donor. I am asking this of both friends and strangers because I have no immediate family members who are able to donate. Living donor transplants generally have better outcomes and can be arranged at a time that is convenient for both parties. I am compatible with any Type O blood. Even if you do not have the same blood type, you can donate as part of a paired exchange program.

The most difficult part of waiting for a transplant is not knowing what the future holds. I hope for the chance to return to work, regain my independence, and get back to the activities I love, including snowboarding. The first step is to contact my transplant center using the information in the box above. The entire process is strictly confidential and medical costs are covered by my insurance. 

Please review existing Living Donor Benefits/Rights to determine which apply to you.

Thank you for considering saving my life.  

With deep gratitude,

Julius