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Review for Renal Support Network, Glendale, CA, USA

Rating: 5 stars  

As a kidney patient, I'm especially glad that RSN is out there connecting with patients.
I first became aware of RSN over ten years ago when I was cast in the play, Who Lives?, which RSN produced. Who Lives? told the story of the first attempt to offer out-patient dialysis and the heart wrenching process of patient selection at that time.
I would soon learn that this was just a fraction of what RSN did to educate and advocate for patients. I would also learn that RSN could be a force to foster a sense of belonging for patients young and old, and even effect change on the political front that could improve patient care.

Role:  Board Member
 

Review for Renal Support Network, Glendale, CA, USA

Rating: 5 stars  

This is an organization that helps kidney patients with information, support, and a connection with others sharing similar issues and challenges.
As a patient myself, I can tell you that I wish RSN existed when I first learned that I had renal failure.

Will you volunteer or donate to this organization beyond what is required of board members?

Unsure

How much of an impact do you think this organization has?

Life-changing

Will you tell others about this organization?

Definitely

When was your last experience with this nonprofit?

2011

Role:  Board Member
 

Review for Renal Support Network, Glendale, CA, USA

Rating: 5 stars  

I was introduced to The Renal Support Network about two years ago by a fellow kidney patient. I was immediately impressed by the scope of services they offered and their dedication, not to mention Lori Hartwell and her staff. They are the foremost organization in the renal field when it comes to patient support and education. And this is not just talk; I've seen the Renal Support Network in action. From the Teen Prom, "Who Lives",the highly regarded and eye opening play they produced, to the vast array of educational programs they offer, the Renal Support Network is without peer.

I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...

When i walked into that Renal Teen Prom and saw the vast number of young patients all feeling that they were part of something all inclusive and wonderful despite their physical challenges, I was moved.

If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...

I would just like to see their visibility grow so that more people would become aware of them.

Role:  Board Member & I became a board member. Just to avail myself for further involvement.