Resources For Living Well With Kidney Disease

If you’re getting ready to talk to your doctor about CKD, here’s a list of questions that can help get the conversation started.

Your nephrologist and dietitian can help you address the specific needs for your current stage and plan for the next. Use these questions to help get the conversation started.

The more you share with your treatment team about your condition, the more tailored your treatment will be. Here are some questions about end-stage ESRD for you to consider.

Your care team is dedicated and committed to your success while on dialysis. Use this list of questions to help guide your conversations.

This list of resources will help you learn more about kidney disease and the support available to you and your loved ones.

Dialysis should fit into your life, not the other way around. Our Treatment Decision Guide will help you identify the treatment type that's right for you.

Your access site is your lifeline—use this guide to help you choose the access type that is right for you.

A kidney transplant is one of the most effective treatments for ESRD. Our guide discusses some of the factors that can lead to a successful transplant.

Kidney Transplant is one of the most effective treatments for end stage renal disease. Here are 5 things you should know and discuss with your social worker and insurance coordinator.

Learn why staying for your full prescribed dialysis treatment time will help you feel better and stay out of the hospital.

Take these steps to ensure you feel your best by keeping your PD catheter clean and preventing peritonitis.

Ensure you feel your best by taking these steps to care for your hemodialysis catheter and keep it clean.

Follow a plan to have your new or secondary access placed and/or your HD catheter removed. Take action with the help of your care team to get the best access.

Learn more about the flu and ways to fight off infection so you can thrive all year long.

Good oral hygiene is important for you to feel your best. Follow these tips for a healthy mouth.

The best way to prevent pneumococcal pneumonia is to get vaccinated. Learn more about completing the vaccination series and tips for feeling your best.

Depression and anxiety are much more common than you may think. Learn to recognize the signs of depression and anxiety so you can find healthy ways to cope.

It is not uncommon to experience grief after the loss of kidney function and at the beginning of dialysis. Try these tips to help cope with these feelings so that you can continue to feel your best.

Practice proper hand hygiene at all times to avoid infection before, during and after your dialysis treatment. Follow these tips to keep your hands clean and to stay your healthiest.

When you have kidney disease, it is important to take control of your health by being informed about the harmful effects of tobacco use. Follow these important tips to help you quit smoking and feel your best.

It is always important to be aware of your surroundings so you can stay safe and feeling your best. Check out these tips to help prevent any accidents both at home and at your dialysis center.

Did you know your feet can provide clues to your overall health? Learn how to take care of your feet so you can prevent minor injuries from turning into more serious problems.

If you have CKD and aren't on dialysis yet, here’s a list of 100+ great food choices to use as a quick reference guide.

Whether you are on a low-potassium or flexible-potassium ESRD diet, this handy guide will help you make the right food choices.

Here’s a list of healthy food choices that can help you manage your potassium intake and keep your levels in check.

Use this handy guide—designed specifically for a lower-potassium lifestyle—to make healthy food choices while you shop.

Learn how to manage your fluid and sodium intake so you'll feel your best during dialysis and in between treatments.

Use these helpful tips to eat well and feel your best during the holidays.

If you’re planning to travel, our handy checklist helps you get organized with tips on what to pack and what information you should have with you.

When you’re traveling on dialysis, a little planning can go a long way. Here are some tips on how to prepare for a successful trip.

Whether you're just beginning dialysis or your circumstances have changed, this guide will help you understand your options for healthcare insurance coverage.

Understand the health insurance benefits offered by your employer and how you can continue your employee benefits while on dialysis.

Learn the basics of Medicare, parts A through D, and additional resources available to help with your coverage.

It’s important to have a list of your medications, prescriptions and any medicines that you may be allergic to, ready and in one place. Use this form to complete or update your medication information.

Food and binders go together to make a healthy heart and strong bones. Use this list with your dialysis care team so they can choose the right binder for you.

It’s always helpful to have all your important personal information organized in one place. Use this form to complete or update your personal information.

The best time to prepare for an emergency is when there isn’t one. Our checklist helps you plan so you’ll be ready in the event of an emergency.

Putting together an emergency food and water supply lets you eat healthy in the event of a disaster—especially if you’re forced to miss a dialysis treatment. Our checklist can guide you on how to prepare.

Being prepared is always a good idea. If you cannot receive dialysis due to a natural disaster, follow this daily meal plan until you can receive treatment.