Have you heard about the Voucher Program?

[PeterChao]

I think the general public doesn’t realize that transplanted kidneys have a limited life span, generally about 10-12 years. This means many transplant recipients need another transplant in the future.

Something to consider is the voucher program. This would allow a living donor to donate their kidney prior to the patient needing it. That patient would receive a voucher for when they need the kidney in the future.

You can learn more about it here

kidneyregistry.org/info/vou...

I received my kidney on 1/24/2018, I’m doing well and very grateful my mom(72) at the time was able to donate her kidney to me. Good luck to anyone that is waiting. Hope this information helps!

[ReedNovember]

My doctors nurse donated a kidney to her sister 25 years ago. Her sister is still healthy and the kidney has never had any issues.

[PeterChao in reply to ReedNovember]

That’s amazing, but the average life span is shorter. The voucher program is a fantastic option for families or friends where timing is not aligning perfectly to start a chain.