Donation Conversation
It is important to make sure your organ and tissue donation wishes are known to your loved ones in case anything happens to you. Knowing what a person wants can assure loved ones that final wishes are honored. Take part in this important conversation with your family today.
Tips for Talking to Your Loved Ones
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Sit your family down to talk. Tell them what you learned about organ donation and transplantation and the potential to enhance the lives of over 50 people. Make sure they know and understand your own personal feelings about organ donation.
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Give your family a copy of the letter attached below informing them of your decision to be an organ donor. Remember the best way to make your wishes known is to designate.
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Show your loved ones our resources so they have a better understanding of organ donation and are better informed when making this very important decision regarding registering to be an organ donation.
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Share with your families some of the stories and videos on our website to show how organ donation gave them a new chance at life.
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Be certain to clear up any misconceptions that your family members may have about the donation and transplantation process.
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Tell your family about your school’s involvement with the Gift of Life. Share any projects that you create with your family especially any public service announcements or online information that you may create.
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Encourage your family members to also make a decision about organ donation. Discuss their wishes, and if they would like to be an organ donor, be sure to have them register and have this designation placed on their driver’s license or state ID.
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Offer to volunteer with your loved ones at a Gift of Life event or at the Gift of Life Family House so they too can experience the importance of organ donation and its ability to save lives.
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Find Related Info
Clergy Resources, Classroom Resources, Youth Outreach, Organ Donors, Donor Registry
Gift of Life Family House
Lodging and Support
Thousands of patients come to Philadelphia hospitals every year needing life-saving organ transplants. Family House will provide critically needed support programs and temporary lodging for organ transplant patients and their families.
The Interactive Body
Explore the Interactive Body to learn about organs and tissues needed for others awaiting transplants.
