In this section, you will find information to help you understand and adjust to the changes that in-center hemodialysis will create. Read on to learn about the emotional issues related to in-center hemodialysis, how it affects your schedule, time, and money, its influence on family life, effect on your work and travel, and how to plan for and deal with the unexpected. You will also find support from other in-center hemodialysis patients’ stories and a link to gatherings where you can meet others like you.
Emotional Issues
Take a look at the effect in-center hemodialysis can have on your emotions and find tools to help you cope.
Living On a Changed Schedule
You will need to make room in your schedule three times a week for getting to and from the facility and having your hemodialysis treatments. Learn about the changes you’ll have to make and find hints to help you adjust.
Income and Lifestyle
This page shows you the effect in-center hemodialysis may have on your work life and income. Click here to find ways to adapt.
In-Center Hemodialysis’ Affect on Family Life
Find out how home hemodialysis may affect your family and your relationship with your spouse and children.
Talking with Children About In-Center Hemodialysis
Learn what concerns your child may have and how to address them. Find ways to maintain your parent child relationship.
Transportation
You will need to be able to get to the dialysis facility three times a week, either by car, public transit, or by ride-sharing with someone else. Learn your options - this page can help.
Dealing with the Unexpected
Review the kinds of medical issues that a patient on in-center hemodialysis may face, how to plan for them, and how to react.
Inspirational Stories
Reading about other people’s lives can help you when you’re facing something new. Find real stories from others who are on in-center hemodialysis, the issues they faced, and how they overcame them.
Things To Do During Hemodialysis
The time you spend on standard in-center hemodialysis doesn’t have to be wasted. Find ideas for ways to pass the time.
Dialysis Friendly Travel
Find travel options for people on in-center hemodialysis and nocturnal hemodialysis. There are more than just cruises! You’ll also find resources to help.
Events
Find a listing of events for people with kidney disease.
