Dan Espenoza

Dan received a kidney transplant two years ago thanks to the selfless generosity of his friend Ray Case. Prior to receiving his new kidney, Dan had been on dialysis three times a week for four hours each time. Along with having to be on dialysis, Dan has also faced several other medical difficulties during this time. For the first two years of receiving treatment Dan was unable to work due to the toll it took on his body.

Since receiving his new kidney, Dan’s overall health has improved greatly. Dan has been able to return to his lifelong work in the human service and mental health field providing services to those in need. Dan works with children and adults helping them to become successful in their communities. This job provides Dan with great contentment and helps him meet his basic needs.

Transplants, however, are extremely expensive, and costs can be devastating. Despite having insurance, many of his medical needs are not covered and must be paid out-of-pocket. Co-payments and prescription drug costs are very high. Dan will need between $20,000 and $30,000 for his lifelong need for his immunosuppressant medications. Also, the expense of traveling to and from the center for regular follow ups will be high. This presents a challenge Dan cannot meet alone.

To help with such expenses, a fundraising campaign in Dan’s honor has been established with HelpHOPELive, a nonprofit organization that has been assisting the transplant community for 30 years. All donations are tax-deductible, are held by HelpHOPELive in the Midwest/West Kidney Transplant Fund, and are administered by HelpHOPELive for transplant-related expenses only. For more information, please contact HelpHOPELive at 800.642.8399.

Any support that you feel you are able to provide towards Dan’s expenses is greatly appreciated. Thank you for your kindness.