Watch real stories from patients and caregivers navigating dialysis, transplant, and life with kidney disease. These powerful journeys highlight the strength of community, connection, and hope.
Follow #KQFPatientStories as we continue sharing real patient and caregiver journeys from the kidney disease community.
New videos will be released every Wednesday — stay tuned for more inspiring stories. Look for the next video release on 5/27/2026.
Kidney disease can feel overwhelming, but no one should face it alone.
This video highlights the real-life impact of Kidneys Quest Foundation and the support it provides to patients and families navigating dialysis, transplant preparation, nutrition, and financial assistance.
Through education, advocacy, and community connection, the foundation helps individuals ask the right questions, access resources, and keep moving forward.
Kidneys Quest Foundation is more than a nonprofit. It is a lifeline for thousands of patients and families.
Together, we are stronger.
After spending seven years on dialysis, Ana Rodriguez received the call that changed her life. A kidney transplant gave her a second chance and renewed hope for the future.
In this inspiring story, Ana shares how education, nutrition guidance, and ongoing support helped her prepare for transplant and recovery. Her message is simple but powerful: seek help, stay informed, and never give up.
Charles Simpson shares his journey after being diagnosed with kidney failure and navigating years of dialysis and treatment. Like many patients, he faced fear and uncertainty about what the future would hold.
In this video, Lori Simpson, Charles’ wife and caregiver, reflects on the importance of human connection, community support, and staying hopeful through difficult moments. Together, they highlight how encouragement, shared knowledge, and compassionate guidance can make a life-changing difference for patients and families living with kidney disease.
Their story reminds us that managing kidney disease is not just about medical care. It is about relationships, resilience, and the strength that comes from walking the journey together.
Estela Rivera, a kidney patient, and her husband Aaron Rivera share their journey living with kidney disease and the daily realities of dialysis. After a heart attack led to kidney failure, Estela began dialysis treatment and has continued fighting while waiting for a life-saving transplant. Aaron, her husband and caregiver, stands beside her every step of the way, providing support, strength, and encouragement during this challenging journey.
Their story highlights the emotional and physical toll of kidney disease, while also shining a light on the power of family, resilience, and community support.
Dialysis is more than a treatment. It is a demanding routine that affects every part of daily life.
Henry Phillips shares his experience living with end-stage renal disease, including the physical exhaustion, schedule challenges, and the impact on work and independence.
His story sheds light on the strength required to manage kidney disease and the importance of ongoing support for patients and their families.
