Two Wilmington Fathers Share Gratitude for Organ Donation
For two Delaware dads, organ donation has enhanced their lives and enriched their families through the gift of life.
Other Categories: Transplant Stories, Volunteer
Local Grandfather Grateful for Organ Donation
On National Grandparents Day (and every day) Marlton, NJ resident John Browne, has a big reason to be grateful. This year marks his ten year anniversary since receiving a life-saving liver transplant.
Other Categories: Transplant Stories, Volunteer
A Mother’s Love – the Gift of Living Donation
Three local mothers gave the gift of life (twice) to their children, each diagnosed with biliary atresia and requiring a life-saving liver transplant.
Other Categories: Living Donation, Transplant Stories
Family Support Blog Series: Mother’s Day, How Do You Celebrate?
For those of us whose mother has died or whose child has died, Mother’s Day is never easy. We asked some of our donor families to share what they do on Mother’s Day. We hope that by sharing their words, you will find comfort and support.
Other Categories: Donors and Families, Transplant Stories
“In Sickness and In Health”
Twenty-seven-year-old Bordentown, NJ native, Ashley Lamb, never thought that life could change so quickly. She worked in social services and had recently become engaged to her boyfriend, Bobby, who worked […]
Other Categories: Gift of Life Howie's House, Transplant Stories, Transplant Waiting List
Family Support Services Blog Series: A Walk to Remember
Gift of Life Family Support Services Department explores rituals as a form of grief management featuring the Donor Dash.
Other Categories: Donor Dash, Donors and Families, Special Events
Melissa Coleman – A Grateful Kidney Transplant Recipient
A look into the transplant experience of Melissa Coleman, who received the gift of a life-saving kidney transplant in 2008.
Other Categories: Transplant Stories, Videos, Volunteer
National Donor Day is Extra Special Occasion for Heart Recipient
Born on Valentine’s Day with a broken heart: Jake Hafer received a life-saving heart transplant as an infant and now lives a normal life as a college student.
Other Categories: Transplant Stories, Volunteer
Family Support Blog Series: 10 Best and Worst Things to Say to Someone in Grief
Although we intend to offer support and understanding, the things we say to grieving friends may turn out to be dismissive or hurtful. We feel awkward not knowing what to say, and their pain makes us uncomfortable.
Other Categories: Donors and Families