Chad Byrd needs a kidney

03/13/2024

About a month ago dad was given the gift of a new kidney! He is doing remarkably well in his recovery!

Thanks to a wonderful family member and friend not only did dad get a new kidney but because she did a swap someone else got a kidney as well! Two peoples lives changed forever because of her! There’s not words that can properly express our gratitude.

Thank you all for following along and sharing this page! Please continue to bring awareness about organ donation and consider donating a kidney 😁

With love,
Jordan

08/31/2023

Hi all! This is Jordan Steinbacher (Chad’s daughter)

As some of you may know my dad needs a kidney. He is on the verge of having to start dialysis which is something that we really want to avoid with how life altering it can be.

We are on the search for someone who would be willing to donate him a kidney. This person can be a living donor and ideally would have type O blood (although not necessary)

We are going to use this page to get the word out there and share the process of the kidney transplant!

All my love,
Jordan

08/14/2023

Please continue to share our group! We are hoping and praying for dad to get a new kidney as soon as possible!!

Hi all! This is Jordan Steinbacher (Chad’s daughter)

As some of you may know my dad needs a kidney. He is on the verge of having to start dialysis which is something that we really want to avoid with how life altering it can be.

We are on the search for someone who would be willing to donate him a kidney. This person can be a living donor and ideally would have type O blood (although not necessary)

We are going to use this page to get the word out there and share the process of the kidney transplant!

All my love,
Jordan

08/09/2023

Wondering what tests will you have if you choose to become a donor?

Please continue to share our page and reach out with any questions!

08/04/2023

You want to be a donor but don’t match Chads blood type?! That is perfectly fine!! Please reach out to me and continue to share our page!

08/02/2023

Myth #6: A kidney donor will have to follow a new diet plan following donation.

Fact #6: A kidney donor should eat a healthy, well balanced diet. There are no dietary restrictions following donation.

Myth #7: A kidney donor can no longer consume alcohol following donation.

Fact #7: While excessive alcohol use is always dangerous, a kidney donor can consume alcohol in moderation.

07/31/2023

Myth #4: A kidney donor will he in the hospital for an extended period of time after surgery.

Fact #4: A kidney donor will be hospitalized for two nights (i.e. if surgery is on a Tuesday, the donor will typically be discharged on Thursday).

Myth #5: A kidney donor can no longer participate in sports or excreise.

Fact #5: A kidney donor should be able to relurn to regular activities and exercise approximately 4-6 weeks following surgery.

07/29/2023

Myth #2: A kidney donor will have debilitating pain for an extended period of time.

Fact #2: A kidney donor will have some pain after surgery from the incisions and related to gas and bloating. This pain will diminish in the days following surgery and can be controlled with pain medication if necessary.

Myth #3: A kidney donor will be on bed rest following surgery.

Fact #3: A kidney donor will be out of bed and walking independently before discharge from the hospital.

07/28/2023

I am going to start sharing some myths about kidney donation over the next few days! Please share them and continue to share our page!

Myth #1: the donor will have to be on medications for the rest of their life!

FALSE!!: you will be sent home with some pain medication and stool softeners on discharge but that is all!

07/28/2023

Bubba loves his paw!!

07/27/2023

Here is some more information about what being a living donor would look like for YOU!

My dad is such an active guy day to day and wants to be able to continue to work and spend many more years with his grand babies!

We would be eternally grateful to you for even considering being apart of his journey.

07/27/2023

We need a donor ASAP!! Here’s a few reasons why!