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Balboa Nephrology Medical Group has compiled a list of resources you may find helpful.Find out about the mission of each resource listed and click on the logo to visit their website.
San Diego 2-1-1
Our mission is to serve as a nexus to bring the community (organizations) together to help people efficiently access appropriate services, and provide vital data and trend information for proactive community planning.
American Association for Kidney Patients
AAKP is dedicated to improving the lives and long-term outcomes of kidney patients through education, advocacy, patient engagement and the fostering of patient communities.
www.aakp.org
(800)749.AAKP
info@aakp.org
American Kidney Fund
We are dedicated to ensuring that every kidney patient has access to health care and that every person at risk for kidney disease is empowered to prevent it. We are meeting the enormous public health challenge that is kidney disease through a broad range of programs and services aimed at patients, caregivers, health care professionals, policy makers and the general public.
General inquiries
(800) 638-8299
www.kidneyfund.org
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
CDC is a unique agency with a unique mission: We work 24/7 to protect the safety, health, and security of America from threats here and around the world.
CDC commits to save American lives by securing global health and America’s preparedness, eliminating disease, and ending epidemics.
General inquiries
(800) CDC-INFO (232-4636)
www.cdc.gov
Davita Kidney Care
We are on a quest to Build the Greatest Health Care Community the World Has Ever Seen. Learn how DaVita—which is Italian for “giving life”—is working to provide quality service to patients, partners and teammates.
Dialysis Patient Citizens Education Center
The Center is dedicated to improving kidney patients’ quality of life and reducing the occurrence of ESRD through education and by developing awareness of dialysis and kidney disease issues, improving the partnership between patients and caregivers, and developing favorable public policy solutions.
1.855.291.3725
www.dpcedcenter.org
info@dpcedcenter.org
Donate Life California
Donate Life California saves lives by creating opportunities for all Californians to sign up on the official state organ, eye and tissue donor registry.
Our vision is that one day, all Californians will embrace organ, eye and tissue donation as their personal responsibility.
3940 Industrial Blvd.
West Sacramento, CA 95691
(866) 797-2366
info@donatelifecalifornia.org
donatelifecalifornia.org
Fresenius Kidney Care
At Fresenius Kidney Care, we’re passionately committed to helping people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and end stage renal disease (ESRD) lead fuller, more active and vibrant lives.
You Can Thrive with Kidney Disease. We Can Help.
Frost Medical Pharmacy
As a healthcare advocate between your doctor and your own well being, we strive to provide personalized and professional attention, as well as medication management protocols that inspire customers to seek out the medications and advice they need in order to get better. Trust our pharmacy to provide you with the care you deserve.
7910 Frost St Ste 130
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 560-1911
www.frostmedicalrx.com
It’s Up to Us / Access & Crisis Line
The It’s Up to Us campaign is designed to empower San Diegans to talk openly about mental illness, recognize symptoms, utilize local resources and seek help. By raising awareness and providing access to local resources, we aim to inspire wellness, reduce stigma and prevent suicide.
Crisis Line (888) 724-7240
www.up2sd.org
Lifesharing
Lifesharing is the federally designated nonprofit group that coordinates organ and tissue donation in San Diego and Imperial Counties (except living donation). We work closely with hospitals and donor families to give hope to the more than 100,000 people on the transplant waiting list. Our highly skilled nurses work tirelessly to find the best possible match for each organ.
7436 Mission Valley Rd.
San Diego, CA 92108
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
The mission of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) is to conduct and support medical research and research training and to disseminate science-based information on diabetes and other endocrine and metabolic diseases; digestive diseases, nutritional disorders, and obesity; and kidney, urologic, and hematologic diseases, to improve people’s health and quality of life.
Aging & Independence Services - Family Caregiver Support Program
Are you providing care for an elderly relative? Are you balancing the needs of your parent and your children?
Then you know how stressful it can be. The demands on your time, energy, health, and finances may be significantly increased. Often, this puts a strain on your other relationships—marriage, family, and career.
Fortunately, senior caregiving options are available that can help lighten your load and make it easier for you to provide the best possible care for your loved ones.
www.Aging.ca.gov
(858) 495-5885
LyfeBulb
Lyfebulb is an innovation accelerator that bridges the gap between patient communities and the healthcare industry by working directly with patients and care partners to generate insights, build new solutions, and bring revolutionary products to market.
67 Mason Street, 2nd Floor
Greenwich, CT 06830
contact@lyfebulb.com
www.lyfebulb.com
National Kidney Foundation
The National Kidney Foundation, a major voluntary nonprofit health organization, is dedicated to preventing kidney disease, improving the health and well-being of individuals and families affected by kidney disease and increasing the availability of kidneys for transplantation.
National Kidney Registry
The mission of the NKR is to save and improve the lives of people facing kidney failure by increasing the quality, speed and number of living donor transplants in the world as well as protecting all living kidney donors.
ReMend
ReMend provides no-cost, peer-to-peer mentoring and support for patients to help them solve their health challenges and make decisions on their own behalf.
Our mission is to empower people with CKD and ESRD to take charge of their kidney health and proactively take action maintaining and improving their health. ReMend encourages patient activation through education and the practical experiences of our Mentors who have had a similar kidney journey.
Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients
Our mission is to provide advanced statistical and epidemiological analyses related to solid organ allocation and transplantation in support of the Department of Health and Human Services and its agents in their oversight of the national organ transplantation system.
(877) 970-SRTR (7787)
www.srtr.org
Sharp HealthCare Kidney and Pancreas Transplant Program
For more than three decades, Sharp HealthCare has been at the forefront of organ transplantation in San Diego. Our commitment to you begins long before and well beyond your operation.
8010 Frost St, Suite 100
San Diego, CA 92123
www.Sharp.com
(858) 650-5000
Mon – Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM PST
United Network for Organ Sharing
Our mission is to advance organ availability and transplantation by uniting and supporting our communities for the benefit of patients through education, technology and policy development.
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)
The mission of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) is to conduct and support medical research and research training and to disseminate science-based information on diabetes and other endocrine and metabolic diseases; digestive diseases, nutritional disorders, and obesity; and kidney, urologic, and hematologic diseases, to improve people’s health and quality of life.
Administration for Community Living
The Administration for Community Living was created around the fundamental principle that older adults and people of all ages with disabilities should be able to live where they choose, with the people they choose, and with the ability to participate fully in their communities.
By funding services and supports provided primarily by networks of community-based organizations, and with investments in research, education, and innovation, ACL helps make this principle a reality for millions of Americans.
Core Kidney Foundation
The CORE Kidney Foundation works with healthcare providers, patients and their caregivers across the world.
At the CORE Kidney Foundation, we are on a mission to uplift lives impacted by kidney disease through Patient Care, Outreach, Clinical Research, and Education. We’re committed to raising awareness, advancing research, and providing vital support to those with kidney conditions. Our goal is to expand access to living donor transplants and champion organ donation as a transformative solution for those in need.
OneLegacy
OneLegacy is Southern California’s organ, eye and tissue recovery organization, serving as the region’s bridge to life, connecting donors to patients in need.
OneLegacy is the nation’s largest Organ Procurement Organizations (OPO), serving the diverse Southern California region. Working with hospitals, physicians, transplant centers and the community, OneLegacy educates about and facilitates donation, as well as builds a community of long-term support for the families who give the generous gift of life.
213.229.5600
www.onelegacy.org
Care Therapy Online
Managing and dealing with kidney disease is challenging. You and I know all too well the challenges of navigating multiple medical and financial stressors that add to anxiety and depression. I offer video sessions from the comfort of your home with a flexible schedule that works for you.
You can still move forward and live your life with meaning and purpose despite kidney disease. I’ve had my way of dealing with kidney failure but let’s discover coping skills and strategies that work for YOU.
949.441.CARE
www.caretherapyonline.com
Visiting Angels
Visiting Angels has been delivering extraordinary in-home senior care throughout Uptown San Diego, Downtown San Diego and the Peninsula community of San Diego, as well as Coronado, for many years. We are fully committed to helping seniors maintain their independence and age at home, despite their age-related issues. With our dedicated caregivers, your loved one will be able to remain comfortable at home while you will find peace of mind.
619.488.6265
www.visitingangels.com/sandiegometro
2615 Camino Del Rio S., Suite 308
San Diego, CA 92108