Living with Kidney Failure
This handbook offers resources and information on living with kidney failure.
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Kidney Failure Treatment Options
Learn about the treatment options available for people living with kidney failure.
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Diabetes and Kidney Disease
Diabetes can be both a cause and an effect of kidney disease. This brochure offers tips on what you can do.
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Managing Medications
Learn the importance of understanding and managing your medications.
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CKD Treatment Options
Watch this video series on CKD treatment options, made in collaboration with The Ottawa Hospital.
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The Role of a Dietitian and How to Find One
This blog post shares the importance of having a registered dietitian on your health care team and how to find one.
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Meal Planner
This web page offers a free meal planner where you can input your meals to plan and stay on top of your dietary requirements.
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Ask a Dietitian
Ask a dietitian your general questions on kidney diets and nutrition.
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Potassium and Phosphate: Understanding Your Food Choices
Learn how to manage your potassium and phosphate intake effectively.
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Red Lentil Dahl
Try this kidney-friendly lentil dhal that’s nourishing and flavourful.
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Dealing with Depression
This resource offers tips on how to manage and deal with depression when you have kidney disease.
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Movement is Medicine
This webinar recording explains the benefits of movement on your mental and physical health.
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Finding Humour in Difficult Topics
This webinar recording is a presentation on finding humour in difficult topics and unleashing your funny side.
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Kidney Disease Doesn't Define You
This video shares Anne’s experience with kidney disease and what she learned along the way.
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Mat Pilates
Move your body with this 25-minute whole-body mat Pilates workout.
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We're Here to Help
Learn what The Kidney Foundation has to offer to help and support kidney patients and their caregivers.
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Importance of a Support Network
Learn more about the importance of having a support network and the resources available to you.
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Peer & Virtual Support for People with Kidney Disease
Watch this webinar recording to hear from patients about their experiences with peer and virtual support.
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Insurance Tips
Visit this resource for insurance tips for people with kidney disease.
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Short-Term Financial Assistance Program
Learn about The Kidney Foundation’s Short-Term Financial Assistance Program.
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Can-SOLVE Patient Engagement
This web page explains Can-SOLVE's patient engagement initiative and how to get involved.
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KidneyLink for Patients
This web page explains how you can contribute importantly to research through KidneyLink.
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Be a Volunteer
Sign up to volunteer for the Kidney Foundation and support others on their kidney journey. Be sure to select your location.
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Be a Fundraiser
You can help by raising funds to support The Kidney Foundation’s mission.
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Tax on Sugary Drinks
Learn more about the risks of excessive sugar consumption and its impact on Canadians.
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Please note that information provided by The Kidney Foundation of Canada should not be considered medical advice. Always consult your healthcare team for guidance and advice specific to your individual needs.