My 2025 Michigan Kidney Walk at the Detroit Zoo Fundraising Page
Liza Hennessy
Liza Hennessy
Why I Walk
I walk in memory of my Dad.My Dad battled kidney disease his entire life. For him, it was not a question of if, it was when. When would he have kidney failure? Dad had polycystic kidney disease, which is not cure able, or avoidable. Dad was able to get a kidney transplant in 1992. The donor was my Mom.
He got 22 years out of Mom's kidney. They enjoyed every minute of that time, travelling the world, spending time with family & friends. There is nothing like having a health issue to make you appreciate life more.
In 2014 the kidney stopped working. He was on dialysis up until the day he passed in 2023.
The National Kidney Foundation of Michigan has been near and dear to our hearts in many ways. We have been actively involved with fundraising and events for many years.
The NKFM does such great work educating people about how to avoid having kidney disease and/or failure. For most people, it can be changed with diet, exercise and change of lifestyle. But most people who are at risk, don't even know it until its too late.
Please consider supporting my efforts with a generous donation. Any amount, great or small, is greatly appreciated!
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