Moving our bodies can improve circulation, our mental health, and help with lowering blood pressure. When it’s nice out and you need some inspiration on how to gently move your body, refer to the Benefits of Being Active resource.
Your ESRD Network wants to recognize at least one facility staff member each month who is going above and beyond for their patients. This month we want to celebrate:
Ashley Schild! Ashley is a Social Worker for DCI Dialysis and DCI Spring Street in Nebraska, and she not only has a Peer in Action at both of these facilities, she came ready with ideas on how her Peers in Action will play significant roles at her facilities! We appreciate your enthusiasm and continued work on the Patient and Family Engagement goals!
Do you have a facility staff member you’d like to nominate for the facility shoutout? Email us the details of who, what, and where at: Qsource-Peers@qsource.org
Upcoming Peer Connection Call
Budgeting Bootcamp: Managing Your Finances with Additional Medical Costs
Money is not an easy topic to talk about and it can be a point of stress for many. The frustration of extra medical expenses and unexpected bills can create an overwhelming experience, but it does not have to seem impossible to get through. Join us for our next Peer Connection call to share your experience of this aspect of your kidney journey, and get some great tips on how to stay financially on track!
We're looking for volunteers for the patient spotlight. If you would like to share your story during any Peer Connection Call, please email us. We would love for you to participate!
What are your financial goals? Start with one realistic goal and create a 90-day success plan using the following budget friendly resource for someone who has to factor medical expenses into their finances:
Download the Peer Connection call schedule for 2024!
All calls take place at 1pm CT on Thursdays and Fridays to accommodate treatment schedules! Feel free to join one or both. Staff is encouraged to join as well!
To reach the Patient Services Team for communication about Peer Connection activities, including questions, suggestions, or ideas, you can email the team at
This material was prepared by Qsource, an End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Network under contract with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), an agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Views expressed in this material do not necessarily reflect the official views or policy of CMS or HHS, and any reference to a specific product or entity herein does not constitute endorsement of that product or entity by CMS or HHS. 24.ESRD.05.095
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