What we offer at Kidney Support Network

For dialysis patients

Our specialty is timely, reliable door-to-door transport to and from hospital dialysis sessions and medical appointments for renal patients within the Mackay, Sarina and Sunshine Coast areas. We understand the needs of kidney patients and have the flexibility to support patients when things suddenly change with appointments and individual health needs.

KSN are an accredited Community Transport Provider in Queensland, and provide qualified volunteer drivers. Each volunteer driver undergoes extensive training to be able to provide the best possible assistance to patients.

For insurance purposes, our transport service can only be provided to Kidney Support Network members. The KSN Patient Transport service is not government funded and requires a fee for the service. Costs are based on the distance to and from the hospital, so please discuss your needs with the Local KSN Branch Manager or Transport Coordinator.

Our support services are informal get togethers that provide social support and helpful spaces for people who are impacted by kidney disease. The aim is to give each other moral support, useful tips, hints and practical advice and share our kidney journeys.

If there is no support group currently operating in your local area, why not start one! We are available to help you in any way needed to get your new group up and running – including ongoing advice and support.

Contact your local KSN branch to find services and a support group near you.

These dialysis arm bands are great for kids and adults to help be a friendly reminder.

For the community

KSN can provide speakers to community groups who are interested in learning more about kidney disease.

We currently have speakers available throughout Queensland who provide basic information on a number of topics, including:

• What is kidney disease?

• Are you at risk?

• Prevention

• Treatments

• Life with kidney disease

• Organ donation

• KSN services and programs

Presentation material is for general information and educational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice. Please consult your health care provider if you have, or suspect you have, a health problem.