Live your Life. Dialyze at Home

In BC, a growing number of people manage their dialysis care on their own. Research clearly shows the more involved a person is in his or her own care, the better the results.

Positive benefits can include a more flexible schedule, better health results, the ability to return to work, the option to travel, and the list goes on.

“I feel like I have my life back. My days are free.”

“I feel better mentally and physically.”

“I do almost everything myself, but if I have any questions or need any help, the nurses are right there.”

With independent dialysis, treatment programs can be specifically designed for each patient. Most patients are able to dialyze more often or for longer periods of time, which better reflects the function of the kidneys and may result in better health.
 
Learn more:

Brochure: Dialysis Options in BC: A guide to making the treatment choice that is right for you

Independent Dialysis: Is it an option for you? (2004)
Punjabi 
Chinese 

Order a print copy online.

DVD: "Patient to Patient: Kidney Care in BC" 
view online in English only
order the multilingual DVD (Punjabi, Cantonese, Mandarin, Tagalog)

Video: The Benefits of Independent Dialysis video series (available in 8 languages)

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For more information, contact independence@bcpra.ca or speak to your nephrologist or kidney care team. They can guide you through your options so you can make the choice that is best for you and your family.