Kidney celebrations

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

Dr Ajay Dhaygude

Dr Dhaygude, your care for my mum Rose, 88, who has lived with CKD4 and more, for 14 years, is exemplary. She is now on palliative care, surprisingly not for CKD but suspected lung cancer (as a non-smoker), decompensated heart failure and so much more. Your kindness and compassion has earned you a very special place in her heart - the bit still working! - and even with time running out you signed off today's consultation with the hope of seeing her in 3 months. You are both remarkable.

Nicola Lucas

To a cheerful, fun loving, kindhearted lady I came across on social media🙂. Thanks for lightening the load and giving me confidence, and becoming a BFF🥰

Mel Walker

Thank you to Mel (HHD caregiver to her amazing son), selflessly supporting myself and my son as we started HHD from day 1. I would not be doing this with confidence if it wasn't for you. Thank you for guiding us💕🙏💜 forever grateful.

Jide and Mary

Jide, thank you for being financially supportive whenever I'm helpless and couldn't pay my bills as a result of my diagnosis. I couldn't have asked for a better brother than you. Your act of kindness is immeasurable and I will always thank/love you. Mary, thank you for being emotionally supportive through the ups and downs of this life changing journey. Your demonstration of love and affection are the reason why I'm still hopeful. I will always love/thank you.

The memory of comfort and Anthony Oluyemi

The unwavering support you offered me during your time on earth will forever remain etched in my heart. Even though you have now passed on to glory, I cannot forget the astonishing kindness and dedication you showed towards me. You abandoned everything to move in with me, took charge of getting the children to school, and cooked for me, all while never complaining or expecting anything in return. Your selflessness and generosity touched my soul deeply, and I will always be grateful.

Brendan

Thank you for being my hero and donating your kidney to me. Who would have known the journey we would go on when we met. We have been through so much and I love you with all my heart 💛💛

GOLD PHONE BUDDIES

My health and hope had gone until I was referred to the GOLD phone buddy scheme for Black patients by my nurse. The support from my buddy was brilliant! I hadn't discussed living donation with my family because I just didn't know how too. My buddy who is from my community shared his story of donating to his sister in a way I really understood. After talking with them, I was able to talk with my family and sister offered to be my donor. My buddy has given me a glimmer of hope, I'm smiling again

Dr Joyce Popoola

It is hard to work in the NHS atm especially hard to work at St George’s in the renal team during the Covid pandemic which triggered renal failure unexpectedly in some. Yet throughout that Joyce remained calm with her regular patients in the renal transplant unit.

Jaine and Helen

My wonderful donor Jaine (on the left in the photo) gave me the gift of a new life on February 9th this year . She will always have my love and gratitude for such an act of human kindness. On the right of the photo is my Wife , Helen , who has been caring for me with patience and love since the op. My heart belongs to both of them always .

Sheila Jones

That you so much for looking after me and keeping me on the straight and narrow for the 15 years CKD. X

Sandy Taylor

Thank you for your amazing support these past two years through my illness through to my diagnosis and start of my stage 5 kidney failure journey. Your my anchor. Xx

My mum, Stefan my fiancé and Sara my friend

My mum for always looking after me when I was first diagnosed and all the stress and operations I had to go through. Always side by side. Stefan my fiancé, we met and he was unknown to my illness and lived with it. COVID hit and that's when he saw it all in one go. Kidneys failed, hemo dialysis, pd and a transplant. Love you forever . Sara who gave me a 6/6 match for a new kidney. Thank you so much .. love to you all for different and amazing reasons xx

My family

Thanks to my family, Especially my children, Luke,Sophie and Adele who all volunteered to donate a kidney to me. Luke kindly donated his kidney. My hero's.

My son, Saad

A big thanks to my Renal Team at the MRI, my family and friends. Most of all to my children who have been on this unpredictable journey with me. Saad has been totally on board. His teens and now early 20’s have featured supporting me with my health, hospital appointments and treatment plans. Saad is a crucial part of my dialysis routine. No easy task to support with the daily do’s but he does ! Love you so much.. thank you is not enough. I have so much gratitude and feel blessed. Thank you !

Trish

My wonderful friend Trish donated a kidney to me in September 2015 💖 I still can’t quite believe what she went through for me and both me and my family will always be so grateful to her and hers. Thank you is never enough but she insists that it is. She has so much pleasure seeing me so well and enjoying life to the full. I recently travelled to Singapore with my family (so lucky) and have had many other wonderful trips that, without her, would never have been possible. I love her very much x

Niamh Clarke

My donor, life saver and big sister. Thank you for letting me live. You made a huge sacrifice for our whole family and it will never not be appreciated. There is no way to express how much it meant to me! You are a real life superhero, your bravery and strenght is beyond measure lots of love Xx

The wonderful family.

First I must offer condolences for your loss and hope time will heal. A heartfelt thanks to the wonderful family, who in their grief gave the gift of life to me, and I suspect many others also benefited. The kidney is working beautifully and I hope for many years to come. And I will cherish my wonderful kidney always.

June Currie

My darling wife donated her kidney to me in 2015, which totally changed my life. After failure in 2020, she now does my needling and cares for me during dialysis treatment - words can never express my love and adoration for her.

Carly - Sissy Chops

So missed and loved every day xxx

Mrs Shamim Akhtar

This my dedication to my wife Shamim who had suffered from the Kidney failure and I remember she was brilliant to face the situation and bringing up our two very young children Sarah and Saad and never let them feel that their mum is suffering from a deadly disease. Only myself and my wife were aware of the situation. Later Sarah came to know and helped her mum while studying. It was 20th June 2014 when I gave my Kidney to my wife we both enjoying healthy life We proud of our children and NHS

Matt

I want to take a moment to honour my brother Matt, who selflessly donated his kidney to me on July 22, 2022. Words cannot express how much his gift means to me, and I am forever grateful for his love and support.

The NHS, the amazing people in it and my cousin Alex who gave me part of herself

To everyone in the Royal Infirmary Edinburgh and the Western General who figured out what had gone wrong, looked after me, hugged me when I cried, helped me feel positive, kept me alive, made me feel safe, carried out my transplant and continue to make sure I'm well: thank you. You'll never know what it means. To my astonishing cousin Alex who let me have her kidney: you are my hero! This is me the morning after my transplant last year, the happiest man alive

Omagh Hospital Renal Unit

Thanks to the doctors and nurses at Omagh Renal Unit. Who did their BEST for Carlos. RIP. And thanks to Kidney Care for their support.

Renal Team at Aberdeen Royal lnfirmary.

Thanks for helping me through a challenging time.

My amazing son

My brave selfless son gave ne a kidney December last year..13 weeks post kidney & i still have the amazing energy i woke up from surgery with..the kidney was working straight away..forever grateful xx

Our amazing Dialysis and Transplant teams at the Royal London, Great Ormond Street and Guys Hospitals. Special mention to Professor Rukshana Shroff at Great Ormond Street.

Can’t really put into words just how thankful we are, and how grateful we feel each and every day, because of the incredible, selfless NHS. I donated a kidney to my mum Jackie 9yrs ago after 3yrs of tough dialysis and then faced the unthinkable when a few years later, my 2yr old daughter Bay, fell gravely Ill with kidney failure and now too needed dialysis and a kidney transplant just like my mum. My twin sister Julie, my hero, donated to my daughter just over a year ago. Here we all are :)

Carly Jackson

Thinking of my beautiful, funny, kind and brave best friend on World Kidney Day and every day ❤️ xxx