For years, the National KidneyFoundation of Hawaii (NKFH) hasbeen changing""and bettering""the lives of 162,000 Hawaii residents afflicted bychronic kidney disease (CKD). In 2005 The National Kidney Foundation of Hawaiicreated a series of programs structured around the five stages of CKD. Stage 1 reflects minor abnormalities in kidneyfunction, while stage 5 reflects complete kidney failure (ESRD). A majority ofpatients with CKD fall within Stages 1 to 3. We offer: Free kidneyscreenings to help identify patients prior to kidney failureEarly educationprograms for individuals at stages 1-3Patient services forindividuals at stage 4 & 6 and those on dialysisSupport groups fordialysis patients and caregiversPeer mentoring forthose new to dialysis treatmentsOrgan donation andLiving Donor awareness programsPrograms to educatePrimary Care Physicians and other health professionalsTo support this multitude ofprograms the foundation depends heavily on its "okidney cars" program. This program receives donated motor vehicleswhich are then sold to provide much needed funding for our programs andservices. To find out how you can help,contact the National Kidney Foundation of Hawaii at (808)593-1515.When lives hang in the balance, every effort counts, and educationand awareness are the best preventative methods out there. So to lend yoursupport, or to find out how the foundation can help you or a loved one, don'thesitate to reach out today!