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Vicky Corbett, a resident of Anderson, SC, has been awaiting a kidney transplant for nearly 10 years and needs our help. She was diagnosed with Sjogren’s, an autoimmune disease, in 2004 after the birth of her first child, and is now suffering End Stage Renal Disease from complications of Sjogren’s and Vasculitis. Finally, after nearly 2 years of being inactive on the National Transplant list, she has been put back to active status by her hospital transplant team.
Vicky is the mother of two teenage boys, Nolan and Braydon, and has managed to enthusiastically care for them even while enduring daily fatigue and exhaustion. She had also worked full-time during her entire ordeal up to the past several years. She worked in our local hospital and pharmacy as a Certified Lactation Educator, helping women establish a successful and loving nursing relationship with their babies. On top of all this, Vicky has volunteered at community events such as cancer awareness days, Special Olympics, and the hospital’s Teddy Bear Clinic. Vicky is such a positive influence on the community and rarely even complains about her symptoms.
Vicky and her family are in need of financial assistance to cover the extremely high costs of a transplant not covered by medical insurance. Expenses such as a MUSC hospital approved hotel for an additional 1-2 weeks after being discharged, gas, food, and possibly living donor expenses.
A fundraising campaign has been established with Help Hope Live to help offset their out-of-pocket expenses. Help Hope Live is a nonprofit organization that has been assisting the transplant community for over 35 years. All contributions are administered by Help Hope Live exclusively for uninsured transplant-related expenses. Donations are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law.
To support this cause: Vicky is such a caring mother and friend and has put so much time and energy into helping others. Please help support Vicky and her family by making a donation and saying a prayer for her.
Thank you in advance for your kindness! Please feel free to contact Crystal Hann at (864) 934-8009
Hi everyone! I've been doing well. My numbers are overall... great! I'm now going to Charleston once a week to stay overnight in a hotel. I get labs locally every 1-2x a week as well. My incision is healing nicely, but I'll be glad to get these staples out. Lol
I'll be sending cards out soon to those who left their address when donating. I appreciate everything from well wishes to donations. I'm in the process of getting my ducks together to submit all my expenses so far not covered by health insurance. Lots of receipts and documentation... but this is what I prefer, so you can be assured every penny goes to my transplant.
Much love...
Tomorrow will be one week since transplant. I'm doing great! I appreciate all the love and support. I am so full of emotions right now. Much love to all.
Hi y'all!!! Guess what? I got another call on Saturday morning. I got a new kidney on Sunday. I cannot believe it. My creatine dropped down to 2.1 in 24 hours!!! Everything looks great, except my electrolytes are out of balance. We are getting iv potassium, magnesium, sodium bicarbonate, and calcium.
I appreciate all the prayers, well wishes, and support. I'll be here in the hospital for 1-2 more days and will be discharged to live locally the next 1-2 weeks. Unfortunately, my insurance does not reimburse these out of pocket medical expenses. All money raised will be for medical expenses only through Help hope Live. Reimbursement is approved by them.
Sadly, at the last minute the transplant was a no. My final crossmatch came back positive. You want it negative. My body produced an antibody that no meds could protect against rejection against this kidney.
I'm getting a kidney!!! Waiting for the operating room. Sorry for the quick update. Things are moving fast. Thank you!
Hi everyone! Things are going well and I am still waiting on getting the call. Originally, I was scheduled for a re-evaluation this coming week, but MUSC canceled and rescheduled for November. It's my routine heart tests and bloodwork. My transplant nurse feels I'll get a call soon though. Fingers crossed.
I was called this afternoon by my MUSC transplant team and after two years of being inactive, I am now active! I also am listed with Emory in Atlanta. This is wonderful news and a blessing. I was also told I am one of the top on the list. I wish I knew when it will happen, but they feel it will be soon. Thank you to all who've supported me.
Thanks for sharing your personal story and journey. Best wishes for a healthy recovery from here!
Anonymous
Sending you lots of love and prayers from Australia. I wish you well my friend
Andrew Young
May God continue to bless and keep you during this time. Love, light and lots of hugs.
Anonymous
You give so much to others, my sweet friend. Things money cannot buy. Thank you for always being a light in this dark world. Your day is coming.
Andrew
For you my sweet friend. You are an amazing human being and you deserve nothing less than the most wonderful of everything!
Chad Carlson
You\'re an inspiration through your words and courage. Thank you. Love ya
Cindy L.
My prayers and positive thoughts are with you and your loved ones!! God bless you, Beauty.. Smooches
Jamie Murphy
Many prayers, blessings and positive thoughts for you....smiles
Barbara Erausquin
You are in my nightly prayers that a kidney is found very soon for you.
Nancy
Nancy Hill
Wishing you a successful journey to wellness. You are an inspiration and your strength is so beautiful. May the Lord be with you and your family.
Aimee Lopiano
❤️
Nikki Schmutz
Sending love
Colleen Clary
You are one of the strongest women I know. You know when to be vulnerable and when to fight. May your stubborn spirit lead you through this next chapter of your journey.
Sean
You are a beautiful soul inside and out. Always proud to be counted as one of your friends. I'm sending healing vibes and positive energy your way. I wish I could contribute more. Keep your head up and your eyes on the prize.
Nicole Kurishingal
Scott Alleman
Praying for your complete healing. May God richly bless you and your family this New Year. I am thinking and praying for all of you. I plan to be at the memorial for Edith. I love you all.
Becky Johnston, South Carolina
Wishing you strength and hope. My prayers are with you. Twitter birhtday party plans are in the works. (My last entry didn''t show up and I didn''t get confirmation so I''m resubmitting)
YrHelper, Canada
From your Rhode Island family.
We love you and want to see you enjoy your life fully without your daily suffering. I found this quote which is positive in the fact that a kidney donor will be found really soon so you can have that transplant.
"There is no medicine like hope, no incentive so great, and no tonic so powerful as expectation of something tomorrow.
-- Orison Swett Marden
The Corbetts in RI, Kathleen, John, and Mark and Buddy
This is Mom. I love you & very proud of you. I know with God''s help, we will find a live donor soon. Here''s a message from the heart.
I ASKED THE LORD TO BLESS YOU AS I PRAYED FOR YOU TODAY. TO GUIDE YOU & PROTECT YOU AS YOU GO ALONG YOUR WAY. HIS LOVE IS ALWAYS WITH YOU, HIS PROMISES ARE TRUE,& WHEN HE GIVE HIM OUR CARES YOU KNOW HE WILL SEE US THROUGH. SO WHEN THE ROAD YOU''RE TRAVELING ON SEEMS DIFFICULT AT BEST, JUST REMEMBER I''M HERE PRAYING, & GOD WILL DO THE REST.
I LOVE YOU HONEY.
MOM
Sandy Hann, Anderson SC
Best of luck to you.
Amy, New York
I love you and I am very hopeful that we will find a live donor soon.
Crystal Hann, Tennessee
Make checks payable to:
Help Hope Live
Note in memo:
In honor of Vicky Corbett
Mail to:
Help Hope Live
2 Radnor Corporate Center
Suite 100
100 Matsonford Road
Radnor, PA 19087
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