Kidney Foundation programs help BC families cope with kidney disease
The Kidney Foundation of Canada BC Branch notes rising kidney disease in Canada with 14 percent annual increase in kidney failure and 458 BC residents awaiting transplants. Families like Corinne and Charles Turenne credit the Foundation’s support group and services for emotional assistance, information, and financial aid while Claire Turenne faces dialysis and a possible transplant. The Foundation offers information lines, support groups, education, bursaries, and organ donation programs across British Columbia. For information call 1 800 567 8112 or visit kidney.ca.