Kidney Disease
Self Help Clearinghouse
American Association of Kidney Patients
National. 14 chapters. Founded 1969. Patient organization dedicated
to helping renal patients and their families deal with the physical,
emotional and social impact of kidney disease. Aim is to inform and
inspire patients and their families to better understand their
condition, adjust more readily to their circumstances and assume
more normal, productive lives. Provides education and support for
kidney patients, including those with reduced kidney function, on
dialysis and transplant patients. Offers various educational
materials, a bimonthly and quarterly magazine, two electronic
newsletters and an annual convention. Chapter development guidelines
available.
Write:
American Association of Kidney Patients
3505 E. Frontage Rd., Suite 315
Tampa, FL 33607
Voice: 1-800-749-2257
Fax: 813-636-8122
Website: http://www.aakp.org
E-mail: info@aakp.org
Verified: 10/29/2007
PKD Foundation for Research in Polycystic Kidney Disease
International. 65 volunteer Friends chapters. Founded 1982. Funds
research and provides emotional support and education for persons
with polycystic kidney disease and their families. Promotes public
awareness. Holds medical seminars and fund-raisers. Conferences,
phone support, newsletter and assistance in starting new groups.
Write:
PKD Foundation
9221 Ward Parkway, Suite 400
Kansas City, MO 64114-3367
Voice: 1-800-753-2873
Fax: 816-931-8655
Website: http://www.pkdcure.org
E-mail: daves@pkdcure.org
Verified: 10/3/2007
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