You've just been diagnosed with polycystic kidney disease (PKD). What happens next? Do the words hit hard, stirring up shock or fear? Does everything now make sense? Whatever the feelings, you're not alone.
We're pleased to share the 2025 PKD Peer Support Group meeting schedule! These meetings are offered by the Kidney Foundation of Canada, in partnership with the PKD Foundation of Canada.
The PKD Foundation of Canada is now partnering with the Kidney Foundation of Canada to provide monthly peer support meetings especially for PKD patients, caregivers and living organ donors. Sign up today!
Seeking out peer support - whether one-on-one or in a group setting - can offer numerous benefits for people with polycystic kidney disease (PKD). Learn how peer support can help you, and where you can find it.
Have you been a caregiver to a patient with kidney transplant loss? McGill University Health Centre is doing research into the experience of those who have supported a loved one who experienced the loss of a kidney transplant.
Do you ever feel overwhelmed or find it difficult to cope with life with PKD? With chronic illnesses, like ARPKD and ADPKD, mental health is an important factor in your overall care plan. Check out this article from PKD Life describing what is typical for patients and caregivers - and...
May 6 to 12 is #MentalHealthWeek2024. The theme this year is "Healing Through Compassion." Find resources and tools to practice compassion, developed by the Canadian Mental Health Association. For more information, visit MentalHealthWeek.ca.
Life with kidney disease can feel like a rollercoaster ride, filled with ups and downs, uncertainties, and unexpected turns. In this blog, Joy Pekar explores the often-overlooked aspect of mental health in the context of kidney disease, and offers practical tips for nurturing your well-being beyond the physical symptoms.
Do you talk about PKD within your family, or are those conversations that you try to avoid? In this blog, we explore the intricacies of planning for important family conversations about PKD, so that you can turn apprehension into unity, mutual support and informed decision-making.
Introducing our new patient education resource: Having a Conversation with Your Adult Children about Your PKD Diagnosis. This comprehensive, printable PDF includes a wealth of content that we hope you will find helpful in having conversations about PKD.