Kidney celebrations

Aisha

Thank you Aisha for being my sister , I love you soo much I know after dialysis you are exhausted but just seeing you come back makes my day actually for a matter of fact in every life I would ask for Aisha that’s how much of an strong and amazing big sister you are in my eyes your cool and even when your tired through treatments and hospital trips which makes me believe you are a super women I know you sneak out at night time catwomen don’t try and fool me love you kissy face

Aamina (sister <3)

Thank you for always being a star in stressful situations. Always going above and beyond in helping me out, trying to make me feel better when I’m feeling rough and doing your best to bring a smile on my face, especially when I come home exhausted from diaylsis. I could not ask for a better sister and I am so THANKFUL & GRATEFUL for you. <3 hopefully many more tea gossip dates to come.

My sister janet

Thank you for all your support and love during this dreadful time nobody understands what a terrible time I have so thank you

Jonny and Lois

To my wonderful children who have been by my side encouraging and supporting me for over 16 years through dialysis and transplant after my husband/dad left us. You are both amazing and my reason for not giving up!

My mum, Vasumati

Proud of our Incredible Mum - Vasu. Her strength, resilience, and unwavering spirit have been an inspiration to us all. For 37+ years, she has faced every challenge with grace and courage, never letting kidney disease define her. Her transplant gave us 17 wonderful years, and for the last 15 years, she has endured dialysis with the same determination that makes her the incredible woman we love so much. Keep smiling 😁

Anand Pau

My husband and best friend ❤️ thank you for never giving up, always being positive and so resilient. Love you forever ❤️ HB xxx

To our wonderful Dad/Grandad Tony

To our wonderful Dad, the best Dad and Grandad anybody could wish for - keeping positive and making positive changes in stage 5, you should be proud, we love you loads xxx

Ian Taylor

I lost my husband when he was only 28 years old. His daughter Beckie only 6 months old. Because he carried a donor card, he was able to help so many people lead an easier and better life. One very very special lady being our Deborah Duval who we will love for ever 🩷💙 (This photo was taken 3 months before he sadly passed away) For ever 28 💔💙

Chris Barber

Our amazing dad has been on dialysis for 13 years 3 times a week, 4 hours each time. He is the strongest man we know and all the family love him so very much. Xxx

Richard Crossley

Because of Richard generously donating his kidney to me March 26th 2013 I'm still here to tell the tale. He gave me the gift of life and will be forever grateful 💚

My husband Steve

My husband and my hero!! Currently with end stage kidney failure doing haemodialysis three times a week. So proud of you. It’s so difficult and you have been through so much but you are still battling and I know you are doing it for myself and Daniel. We love you so much and appreciate everything you go through to be here with us ❤️

Najat

I want to celebrate my mum for standing by me throughout my kidney journey. She has always been there for me, supporting me through kidney disease and dialysis. Her love and strength mean the world to me, and I am forever grateful for her.

Teresa clapperton

This message is dedicated to my friend Teresa Clapperton the lady who took me for my transplant when I got the call, also to Kate Williams for picking me up, my two children Henry & Lily for being such great children while I have had kidney disease, my parents for telling with the children and everything thrown at them and my boyfriend James who has the patience of a saint and is a true gentleman ❤️❤️ Thankyou to all of them

Jacqui Jackson

My superhero, my aunt and organ donor! Saved me and has given me the opportunity to live a normal life with my family. So grateful words can’t describe.

Stuart Murphy

This is a message to my youngest son Stuart who on the 6th of March 2023 donated a kidney to me and made me a very proud farther what a great generous gift of life

Ann

What a beautiful human inside and out. Battled through so much. Now with her new kidney and new career she’s ready to live life to the full again .

hubby Paul

who is currently battling end stage kidney disease and on dialysis. And to all the folks on dialysis who fight the fight every day. Stay strong!

Cheryl

To my kidney buddy who has been there right from the start. You listened, supported, uplifted, kept me positive and never, ever let me have a pitty party. The best kidney buddy anyone could wish for. Thank you for your support!

Nicola

This week i completed my nursing degree. This was only possible because you responded to my heartfelt social media plea for a kidney donor. I will be forever greatful for the 1000s of people who shared my post, the 100 people who put themselves forward for testing, the hand full of friends, my 5 children and my partner Rob who supported me through the challenges, the 4 matches that gave me hope and to Nicola Hindes, the total stranger who selflessly saved my life by donating me a kidney.

Julie Sutcliffe

Thank you to my beautiful wife for giving me a kidney and to help me have a better quality of life. Also, thanks to your kidney, i now have a new love of chocolate and deserts!

My son Harry

Harry age 7. Your such an inspiration to me and everyone else around you. You've battled with kidney disease your whole little life, and still even on dialysis always brave and bare a smile. Words can't express how proud I am of you Harry, your a real life superhero for sure x

My sister, Nobi

Nob, you're an inspiration, and have been such a warrior this past few months. First having one of your PKD kidneys removed in Novemeber, then being fortunate to have been given the gift of life and receive a transplant kidney in January after 6 years on dialysis. You've shown us that there's a different and positive version of our family's PKD story. Mom would be so proud of how brave you've been, but will have been with you at every step. You're bloody amazing and we love you x

Ann

Just over 2 years ago, I donated Sidney to you. Since then, you have gone from strength to strength. I only know what your life was like living with KD before I met you through watching your social media, as we were strangers at first. But it was your honesty and resilience that drew me to you and I was compelled to help. Fast forward to today and not only was I able to help by sharing my spare but...I have now made myself a friend for life. You are the light in my life, fact 😘

Kenna & Sarah at kidney care uk

A heartfelt thank you to both these ladies for their support to us during our dialysis and transplant journey. For giving me, the carer confidence, resilience through some challenging times.

Leanne

Thank You Leanne Supporting me day in day out, Even when I want to give up and stop treatment. You encourage me to keep fighting and not to give up. I always want to say how much I appreciate you getting tested to see it you are a match for a kidney. Together Stronger, As You always Tell Me!

Shaun Gibson

To my darling husband, Shaun, Thank you for your selfless and generous act of love, donating a kidney to someone you may never meet. Your gift meant I received a live kidney donation from someone I may never meet. The Paired Exchange programme is a life-changing opportunity for chronic kidney disease patients. Shaun, you are my rock, and my best friends. Always by my side, listening, caring, supporting, and loving me. Forever grateful for you and all that you do xxxxx

Krystal Emily Ann younger

I celebrate my daughter who died from kidney failure, but donated her organs, so someone else could live ❤️

Syvil Lloyd Morris

Thank you bro. I just wanted you to know I really appreciate your loving gift. I know you are humble and ideally want to 'big ' you up for your gift.

Varsha

I will remain forever indebted to varsha to help me improve kidney from stage 4 to stage 3 by natural ways very successfully avoiding medicines.

My best friend and Sister Sarah

From day one of being diagnosed it hasn’t been easy for you to watch me go through this journey, but you have stood by my side and supported me every step! Sitting with me at dialysis sessions and being there for me 24/7, your support means the absolute world and I don’t think you will ever realise how grateful I am to have you next to me. As a family as a whole we will smash this journey together. Thank you for being my rock, my support and the best sister I could ever have. Love you xxx

Sam

Continuing thanks for your life saving gift.

Rebecca Cox

Your strength through this journey has been amazing I hope you can go forward now and grow your own life with a little help from Mr bean xx ❤️

Laura camfield

Thankyou for being there for me through thick and thin ,my mood swings ,my illness ,my whole kidney journey…I know it’s hard for you sometimes and I just wanted to say it has never gone unnoticed love you XX

Oskar

Thank You my dear Son for bringing light every day 🙏 ❤️

My Husband Pat Connolly

Thank you for all you do and have done for me. I know its not easy, but we cope xx

Julie Howle

From the very start in 1989 you were with me, through the whole journey you have been there and im able to dedicate this to you my truly amazing sister because without the gift of life you gave me in 2009 my story may have been different. You truly are just amazing. Thank you.

David Crookston

Thinking of you on this world kidney day, you fought so hard dad on dialysis but your body was too weak to cope, it's been 8 months since you closed your eyes forever miss and love you everyday xxxx

My husband

8 years ago Christmas you not only gave me your heart to love and a kidney to keep you have made me happier than I ever dreamed possible ❤.

My Son Oskar

Thank you for being my inspiration.... You have been through a lot starting from kidney failure,haemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis,transplant and many more challenges... You have been so brave and so inspirational... You make me proud every day xxx Thank you ... Mama Karolina

My mum

My mum passed away in 2018. (Not anything do with her kidney ) In 2001 my beautiful loving, kind mum gave me one of her kidneys I was 22 years old. That was 23 years ago and it’s still going strong. I know my mum would say “u don’t have to thank “me but I do from the bottom of my heart ❤️. The other thing was I got my transplant on my birthday. We celebrated every year. Without my mum here it is hard to celebrate our anniversary and my birthday but I have the celebration now with my dad 💙

Grandma pauline and grandad kenneth

For looking after us, feeding us clothing us and getting us to school while mum had her kidney transplant.

My Dad

My lovely dad saved me, in more ways then he can imagine. Giving him his kidney is one massive reason but he gives my strength and grace to survive the rest! Thank you 💛

Sonia Ramsey

My mam passed away in July 2023 she done dialysis for 9 years and never let it stop her living her life and doing what she loved travelling and having days out with family we all miss her so much 😢 A big part of us has gone love you forever mam ❣️

Sonia Elizabeth Ramsey

To our beautiful mam who lost her battle after 9 years from kidney disease in July 2023. She fought so hard right to the end. She was the strongest, bravest woman we know and love. We miss her so much as she was a big part of all our lives. She lives on in all of us. Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us everyday 💚💚💚

Peggy Mccord

The rainbow 🌈 will come and you will feel better. Wish I had a magic wand and change everything for you . You are a true strong lady . I hope I can be like you caring and loving even after all you been through keep on going that's what I admire .A true Kidney Worrior 💚💚

My Donor

You have given me a second chance to life. I am thankful every day for your gift to me and I remember you and pray for you that you are now for ever at peace in Heaven. Thank you for ever.

An anonymous donor

Thank you for giving me my life back♥️♥️♥️

Jermaine and Jade

To my amazing son Jermaine who at the age of 21 was brave enough to give me the gift of life by taking part in the shared donor scheme because we were incompatible. Thank you so much for sticking with me through thick and thin throughout the past 12 years since my transplant and also thanks to my daughter Jade who has been part of our support network. You are both truly loved ny me.

My family

I had my R kidney removed just before I turned 18. It was a diseased pelvic kidney which caused a lot of pain for years before they discovered what was wrong. I now live with one sick kidney, it has had growths on it for many years. They are now growing and I have CKD 3b. Some days I’m very tired. Thank you to my family who support me daily and take over the housework etc when I can’t. Love you all. Xxx

My mum

Mum was so very brave she did not once complain about doing her dialysis we all miss her terribly

Ena Saunders

Nan fought, such a brave and dignified battle which she sadly lost on the 7th of June last year to Kidney disease. Nan, your resilience, your smile, your laugh and your caring nature is what we remember and miss everyday. Kidney disease took you away from us but the memories we hold to and cherish will last a lifetime 🤍

My mum

This message is fir my mum.she had kidney disease for 10 years .she did us proud and gave it her all and mum was such a fighter.she sadly passed away 6 months ago. She Is sadly missed. Miss u so much mum xxxx

High Wycombe Hospital Renal Unit

I would like to thank all the lovely nurses for keeping me safe and alive, since the start of my dialysis journey began in 2021. They have become my 2nd family, helping me deal with my pain, my low moods and teaching me how to line, prime and get the machines totally ready for my dialysis sessions. They not only treat me but listen to me and this helps me cope . I can't celebrate just one person, but the whole team. Thanks everyone 🤗

Leicester General Hospital Renal Research and consultants

I wanted to say a big thank you to the research team and consultants who are involved in my care. I have been under the renal team since I was 15 and the research nurses for 4 years during a clinical trial. They are all amazing and have been so supportive, getting me through some tough times especially when my parents both dies suddenly within 2 years of each other. Thank you for all you do 💗

Gary Bullen

Miss you so much my darling Today was your birthday thinking of you so much xxx

Teresa and James

I would like to thank this lovely couple for being there on the day of my transplant and taking me to the hospital for my transplant and being there after for me As well as my close friends and family it means a lot on this massive journey I’ve been on

Royal Derby Renal Care

Thank you to all of, especially the outpatient team and Young Patients Liaison officer. Your support for my daughter in the past 4 years has been great and I am now a very happy granny. Still a long way to go, please keep up the good work we know life is tough in the NHS, she’s a nurse in another department there too.

West Cumberland Renal Unit, Whitehaven

Thank you for everything you do, the outstanding care and support you give us all - thanks for making our journey bearable.

My children

Thank you both for being there every step of the way even when things get tough, I love you both so much love mam xxx

My Donor

We never met, I know very little about you, what you did for a living, if you had children, where you lived I don’t even know the things you loved to do. What I do know is you must have had a big heart, one full of love and kindness because it takes a special person who makes sure that in their death they save others. So, thank you, you are in my thoughts everyday, I hope you know your kindness is overwhelming for me and I am looking after our kidney ❤️

Pat Greenhow

Thank you for everything you do on my kidney journey all the support you give.

Liz Docherty Kidney Care Advocate

I would like to dedicate this message to Liz, For supporting me through my journey of CKD stage 3 which i was born with kidney disease, spoke with Liz on few telephone appointments a and everytime Liz has showed me so much care & compassion and been very professional at all times and helping me cope with the stress living with CKD. Thanks Liz

Mum & Dad

After the birth of my daughter in Aug 2020 I became extremely unwell resulting in renal failure and having to have dialysis. My mum and dad have been with me all the way and still fighting with me. Could’nt be on this journey if it wasn’t for them. They have been amazing! Love them both so so much x

My Daddy in Heaven

I miss my dad dearly. He showed incredible resilience during his battle with illness and dialysis, making me proud every step of the way. Though he may be in heaven now, his strength and love continue to inspire me every day. Thank you to Fareham Community Hospital for all your help and support.

Sarah (Kidney Care Counsellor)

I cannot thank this wonderful lady enough and feel she should be acknowledged for helping me through my panic attacks after my transplant. I had never needed treatment for my kidney disease so the mind and body went into shock after receiving my new kidney. I also want to acknowledge the family of the person who’s kidney I received.

Becky Bartlett

My beautiful daughter has been on dialysis for 8 months, She doesn’t complain. Hoping to donate through the shared scheme eventually. Thanking the dialysis unit Thomas Becket at Canterbury hospital . Love you Bec xxxx

Camberwell dialysis unit

Thanks for being in my kidney journey, 3 days a week dialysis treatment until I got transplanted on the 25th February.

Caroline Curl

Thanks for being there in my kidney journey through polycystic kidney disease, dialysis, kidney transplant and beyond my lush babe I love u and always will xxxxxxxxxx

The doctors and surgeons at Northern General Hospital Sheffield

Thanks to your wonderful skills, advice and support I have a third kidney transplant. A big, big hug to my donor in heavenly peace and although recently it’s been really tough and I’ve been through the mill, I thank you all for every day I have lived free from dialysis. 💜

Janette Lewis & Mary Westwater

They have both been there throughout my journey and pick me up when I feel like giving up, they just care about me so much and I appreciate them so much.

Karen Roach

This warrior had been through more than most and her courage and ability inspires me when days are not great

Doug

Doug never moaned during the realisation of renal failure, dialysis & onto the transplant. Doug & his lovely wife Kayleigh are now blessed with a baby boy, Ben ❤️

Georgie

Georgie you are an inspiration to us all, you never moan you just get on with life. You have supported so many people with your kindness and your beautiful soul. Never change , just stay the way you are. You are simply the best!!

Bradley Edwards

Thankyou for donating your kidney and saving me from dialysis xx

Ninewells Dailysis Unit Dundee

Without your care and dedication I would not be able to live my life .The nurses are always there to listen hold your hand and go that extra mile they are more like family and realy care it is not just a job to them so a big thankyou to you all.

All the staff at Easingwold Renal Unit

Thank you all so much for looking after my Dad for the 8 and a half years that he was on dialysis. You are all amazing.

Len

Missing you so much Dad, you fought so hard right to the end. You were the bravest, kindest, most caring and loving man and I am so proud and blessed that I got to have you as my Dad. Love you forever xxxxxxx♥️😭

Helen

Helen, for giving me the greatest gift you ever could give... life The chance of a normal life to get off my machine, to feel well again after so long. Thank you will never be enough... you are my kidney hero, my warrior 💚

Sharon

Thank you to my lovely sister who donated her kidney to me it’s now been 24 years both have lovely families and I’m so grateful

My amazing Best friend Pat,my mum Jackie and little sister Ellie.

My amazing (pushie) best mate told me I had to go to the doctor after starting to wear glasses.We never thought it would take me down this road ending up in the QE a few weeks later.She continue to be by my side 14 years later.My mum and sister are also by my side though it all too thank you ladies.

Russell Holmes

Saved 4 lives including 2 Kidney recipients. He gave the most precious gift of life to those in need. Our hero 🧡🧡🧡🧡

Alison Vicary

Just a message for my wife for supporting me through my kidney journey ,from diagnosis to appointments with renal team ..onto dialysis and finally to my transplant in Dec 22 ..helped me thru some dark times ..also thanks to Sharon at Plymouth dialysis centre and the team on Mayflower Ward ,Derriford when I had my transplant . 14 months transplanted now but without my wife I wouldn’t still be here as I’ve found it very difficult..love you loads Alison .

Paula Chrispin

My amazing wife has been a tower of strength and love since my diagnosis. I am sure I would not be here had it not been for her. Thank you my darling xxx

Renal Staff at St.Lukes Hospital & St.James Hospital West Yorkshire

From suffering from CKD to being on dialysis for 10mnths & then receiving a donor kidney which has gave me a new beginning for 26 years to the care & support throughout to myself & my wife made my suffering less stressful. Thank you 💖

Renal staff at St.Lukes Hospital Bradford & St.James Hospital Leeds

From being on dialysis for 10mnths & then on recieved a kidney for the support and care of myself and my wife to make my journey less stressful. Thank you 💖

Paul Scotney

For my old Dad, recipient of the most amazing gift 💛 loved and missed

Chris Billington

Thank you for giving me the gift of life by donating your kidney to me in June 2021 Forever grateful beyond words ❤️

My dedicated partner

In June 2020 I unfortunately had sepsis following open heart surgery. 5 weeks later I come out with kidney failure and on dialysis I couldn’t ask for better support in my amazing partner and best friend Dan He takes me to and from dialysis. At my side when I feel ill from it and supportive unconditional Thank you for what you do, you’ll never know what your support means

Staff at Sunderland Renal Unit

Thank you for all your support for my husband during his treatment. For always making him smile and keeping everyones spirits up during this hard time in there lives.

Ambleside dialysis unit Weston-super-Mare

To all the staff at this wonderful unit Thank you for all you do from treatment to the cup of tea, and for making a cheerful atmosphere to help us through treatment.

Brodie my deerhound

This beautiful soul has kept me smiling throughout my sometimes difficult journey always there for cuddles

All the people involved in my treatment

Heartfelt gratitude to my deceased donor and everyone involved in my treatment Leicester General Hospital dialysis unit and transplant team Ward 17 Xx

My husband, John and our 2 daughters Rachel & Sarah plus Dr John Anderton and Dr Chera Arunachalam

You have all been my rock from the beginning of my kidney journey to where I am now following my transplant. I couldn't have gone through this without your support, it means so much, so I thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Sianny Brooks

Sianny had dialysis for 4 years before she passed away suddenly in march 22. She loved life laughter and adored her family and us her. She was the strongest bravest woman I have ever met. She never complained or felt sorry for herself. Our world is not the same without her.

Michael Hamilton

My husband was our hero he was a dialysis patient for 9 years he passed suddenly April 2022 from an infection he fought so hard 💚💚💚

Phil scott

This last 2years you have been my rock you put up with my mood swings and always there with a cuddle

My colleagues at BCH

Amazing people who go above & beyond to support patients in their renal journey.

Dialysis Nurses at Monklands

Thank you for making the dialysis experience an easier ride for me. Every session you show how much you care and the no-holds barred humour goes a long way to expelling the down days. I don't think you really understand the difference you make or how appreciated you are, let this be a reminder that you are ❤

Tara Gee

Thanks you Tara for your amazing support. Even though I seem to be abnormal 😂

Kristen Brady

My daughter went in to kidney failure march 2023 after contracting anti GBM disease she was only 16. She went from a healthy child to zero kidney function in the matter of days. She continued on dyalisis for ten months taking all her medication every treatment with a smile on her face never complaining at the hand she was dealt. On 24/01/2024 I became her kidney donor and she is thriving and long may it continue. I want to thank her for getting me through everything she's amazing x