Dialysis guides
Coping & Support
Practical guidance on emotional wellbeing, social work support, transportation, work, benefits, family strain, and everyday life challenges around dialysis.
Working vs. Disability When You Start Dialysis: What to Sort Out First
Can you keep working on dialysis, and what if you cannot? Use this first-month money map to separate work, SSDI/SSI, Medicare, insurance, and social-work…
What Happens If My Ride to Dialysis Falls Through? What to Do Next
If your ride to dialysis falls through, call the clinic first. Use this step-by-step guide to handle the treatment day, explore backup rides, and…
Depression and Dialysis: When a Hard Time Starts Becoming a Pattern
Depression can overlap with dialysis fatigue and adjustment. Learn what patterns are worth bringing up, who to tell, what to say, and when to…
Adjusting to Dialysis: What the First 90 Days Can Really Be Like
A practical guide to the first 90 days on hemodialysis, focused on rebuilding routine, managing recovery time, transportation, work, family changes, mood, and knowing…
What Does a Dialysis Social Worker Do? What to Ask in Your First Weeks
A practical guide to what dialysis social workers can help with, including transportation, work, insurance, financial resources, family stress, emotional support, and questions to…