Resources in Our Area

Living Well Series

Have you ever been told to eat healthier, exercise more, quit smoking,
or make other changes in your life?

If the answer is YES, Living Well is for YOU!

Each Program session offered during the Living Well series is for
people just like you.

It’s for people who have had a transplant of who are waiting for a
transplant. It’s for family members or friends who care

Come to one or come to all of the sessions

You select the topics and the evenings that you want to attend.

Each session offers information and tips to help anyone feel healthier
and happier.

You can bring a family member or a friend.

It’s Free

Need more information?

Contact the National Kidney Foundation of Wisconsin

262.821.0705, ext. 10 or 1.800.543.6393, ext. 10

nkfw@kidneywi.org

Contact National Kidney Foundation for more information.

Phone: 262-821-0705 Ex. 10 (1.800.543.6393, ext. 10)
Email: Living Well Series

Madison Hepatitis Support Group

University Hospital Clinics - Room H6/215

Meets: Second & Fourth Thursdays @ 6:00-8:00 p.m.

This support group is for anyone who is suffering from any form of Hepatitis.

Contact Annette Tealey for more information.

Phone: 608-263-1142

Racine Hepatitis Support Group

Meets: Every third Wednesday of each month

Contact Arlene for more information about this support group at the number listed below.

Contact Arlene for more information.

Phone: 262-681-8370

Milwaukee Area:
St. Luke's Hosptial, Milwaukee-Transplant Support Group

St. Luke's Medical Center - Directions
2900 W. Oklahoma Ave.
Milwaukee, WI 53215

Meets: Third Tuesday of the Month @ 6:30 p.m.

Please contact Gail Kuhn for further information at the number listed below.

Contact Gail Kuhn for more information.

Phone: 414-649-6125

University of Madison Transplant Support Group

Meets: Third Sunday of each month @ 1:30 p.m.

Please call number listed below for more information about this support group.

Phone: 608-262-2122

INTRODUCTION TO CLINICAL TRIALS – An American Liver Foundation Guide

The American Liver Foundation’s Introduction to Clinical Trials guide contains information on what a clinical trial is, who is involved, how the process works, potential risks and benefits, and much more.

For information on clinical trials in your area:

• Search the National Institutes of Health’s clinical trials website
• Talk to your healthcare provider about clinical trials that you may be eligible for
• Contact local medical institutions to learn about upcoming clinical trials

Web: http://www.liverfoundation.org/support/supportguides/

LIVER TRANSPLANT

The American Liver Foundation’s website has general information on liver transplants.

For information on transplant centers in your area, visit the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network’s (OPTN) website.

Web: http://www.liverfoundation.org/abouttheliver/info/transplant/

Donate Life Wisconsin

Donate Life WI License Plates

Despite continuing efforts to educate the public, misconceptions and inaccuracies about donation persist. Learn the facts to help you better understand organ, eye and tissue donation.

Organ, eye and tissue donation holds the promise of life for thousands of patients with life-threatening conditions and diseases. The generosity of donor families, who, at the time of great tragedy, decide to help others, is immeasurable. However, the number of patients on the waiting list continues to grow daily.

Web: http://www.allcoachnetwork.com/donate//index.html

State Wide:
Love Your Liver Youth Education Program

Love Your Liver, is an interactive liver wellness education program targeted to elementary, middle, and high school students. The program educates students about the liver and the actions they can take to maximize their liver health and prevent liver disease.

Contact Samantha Chartrau for more information.

Phone: 414-961-4936 (888-945-4837)
Email: Love Your Liver Youth Education Program