Community

The Dialysis & Transplant Community.
You're Not Alone.

Whether you're newly diagnosed, years into dialysis, post-transplant, a caregiver, or a veteran navigating the VA — this is a place that understands your journey, because we've lived it too.

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Community Groups

Find People Who Get It

Five focused communities — each built around a specific part of the kidney disease journey. Join the conversation, ask questions, and share what you've learned.

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Pre-Dialysis
Living with CKD
For people in the earlier stages of chronic kidney disease — managing labs, slowing progression, making decisions before dialysis becomes necessary. You have more options than you think.
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On Dialysis
Dialysis Life
For patients currently on hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis — sharing center experiences, travel tips, what works, what doesn't, and how to keep living fully around a treatment schedule.
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Post-Transplant
Life After Transplant
For kidney transplant recipients navigating immunosuppression, follow-up care, travel safety, returning to normal life, and the emotional reality of receiving a second chance.
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Veterans
Veterans with Kidney Disease
For veterans navigating the VA healthcare system with kidney disease or dialysis. VA benefits, VA dialysis centers, travel pay, burn pit exposure, and getting what you've earned.
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Caregivers
Caregiver Support
For the family members and friends who show up — transporting patients to dialysis, managing medications, advocating in hospitals, and carrying their own invisible weight. You matter too.
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Your Story

Share Your Story

Your experience — traveling on dialysis, navigating a transplant, fighting for a VA claim, figuring it all out — is exactly what someone else needs to read. Stories change lives.

Share your experience with the MAVTG community. Your name is optional. Your story isn't. Submissions may be featured on this site (with your permission only) to help other patients find hope and practical information.

Please do not submit emergency medical information. If this is an emergency, call 911 or your care team right away. This form is for sharing your travel story, not for urgent medical needs.
By submitting, you agree that MAVTG may share your story (anonymously if you prefer) to help other patients. We will never sell or share your contact information. MAVTG health tools are for personal organization and education. We are not a HIPAA-covered entity and do not provide medical advice.
Thank you for sharing. Your story matters — and it will help someone else find the courage to live their life fully. We'll review your submission and may reach out if you provided an email.
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Resources

Resources by Community

The most relevant MAVTG tools and guides for each group.

Pre-Dialysis / CKD
CKD Stage Guide
Understand where you are, what it means, and what actions to take at each stage — from Stage 1 through ESRD.
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On Dialysis
Dialysis Travel Planning
Our flagship service — coordinating dialysis sessions at international and domestic destinations so you can actually travel.
View services
On Dialysis
Medicare for Dialysis Patients
Understand ESRD Medicare eligibility, what's covered, what's not (internationally), and how to maximize your benefits.
Read the guide
Benefits & Assistance
Disability Benefits Guide — SSDI & SSI
ESRD typically qualifies automatically for Social Security disability. Learn how to apply, what to expect, and how to appeal if denied.
Read the guide
The Moore Foundation
Foundation Support for Kidney Patients
The Moore Foundation supports kidney disease patients through education, advocacy, and direct assistance programs. Learn how the Foundation can help you.
Visit the Foundation
Post-Transplant
Post-Transplant Travel Guide
When is it safe to travel after a transplant? What precautions are needed? How to manage immunosuppressants abroad.
Find resources
Veterans
VA Benefits Guide
Navigate VA healthcare, community care program, travel reimbursement, and service connection for kidney disease.
Read the guide
Caregivers
Caregiver Support & Planning
Tools and guidance for the people supporting dialysis patients — from trip planning logistics to emotional support resources.
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Monthly Events

Monthly Q&A with Michael Moore

A live conversation — no script, no corporate talking points. Real answers to real questions from the dialysis and kidney community.

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Monthly Community Event
Live Q&A — Dialysis, Travel, Advocacy & Life
Michael Moore — MAVTG founder, dialysis patient, author, and veteran — hosts a monthly open Q&A. Bring your questions about traveling on dialysis, navigating Medicare, VA benefits, kidney disease, books, or anything else. The community shows up. Real talk only.
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Crisis Resources

If You Need Immediate Help

Chronic illness is hard. Some days are harder than others. If you or someone you know is in crisis, please reach out to these resources right now.

National Kidney Foundation
1-855-653-2273
NKF helpline for kidney patients and caregivers — financial help, peer support, and crisis assistance.
Veterans Crisis Line
988, then press 1
24/7 crisis support for veterans, service members, and their families. Also text 838255 or chat online at veteranscrisisline.net.
SAMHSA Helpline
1-800-662-4357
SAMHSA's National Helpline — free, confidential, 24/7 support for mental health and substance use crises.
American Kidney Fund
1-866-300-2900
Financial assistance for dialysis patients — help with insurance premiums, transportation, and treatment costs.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
988
Call or text 988 for immediate mental health crisis support. Available 24/7. You don't have to explain yourself to ask for help.
MAVTG Direct
Contact Us
Reach Michael and the MAVTG team directly. We're not a crisis hotline, but we're people who care and will point you in the right direction.