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Friend with End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Needs Help
Reed Nagano is fighting for his life. It doesn't seem fair, given all the generosity Reed has shown others throughout his life... the Kaimuki High School graduate ('87) was both an employee and later long-time volunteer of the Red Cross, always known for helping others in need. Now, his family and friends have joined together on Reed's behalf, asking the for help to cover Reed's growing medical expenses.
Reed grew up in Hawaii. He attended Jared Intermediate, and then met his "brothers for life" at Kaimuki High School. Among the group of friends who call themselves "Mix Plate" - because of all the different ethnicities that compose the group (maybe a little bit because they like to eat) - the avid basketball players remained close even after college and careers.
(Photo: Members of Mix Plate at a recent event. Reed is pictured in the front row, middle/seated, in the black shirt).
Reed worked for Nordstrom shoe department, when it was in Liberty House Ala Moana Center (think, pre-Macy's). He eventually became a manager and shoe buyer. He worked at the Nordstrom shoe department in Kahala Mall as well, during those Liberty House days. Later, he'd go on to work for the Red Cross where he positively impacted many lives.
When his health started to decline in recent years, he couldn't work full-time, and had a short stint working at Savers. At one point, Reed underwent brain surgery. He has to have dialysis: Every. Single. Day. He is currently battling numerous complications from End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
About ESRD:
End-stage renal disease, also called end-stage kidney disease, occurs when chronic kidney disease — the gradual loss of kidney function — reaches an advanced state. In end-stage renal disease, your kidneys are no longer able to work as they should to meet your body's needs.
Your kidneys filter wastes and excess fluids from your blood, which are then excreted in your urine. When your kidneys lose their filtering capabilities, dangerous levels of fluid, electrolytes and wastes can build up in your body.
With end-stage renal disease, you need dialysis or a kidney transplant to stay alive. But you may also choose to forgo dialysis or transplant and opt for conservative care to manage your symptoms — aiming for the best quality of life possible during your remaining time. --- Info from Mayo Clinic Staff Online
Friends who have visited Reed in the hospital recently say he is fighting. His medical bills continue to pile up as he's been in the hospital for more than two weeks now.
Your contribution, in whatever amount: $5 / $10 / $20 / $50 / $100 - whatever you can give, we believe, will give Reed some PEACE OF MIND in knowing his mother Darlene and father Gordon, brother Lane and sister Tracy, will be helped by your generous gift as his medical bills continue to mount. At this stage in his fight, mixed in with all the anxiety, stress, tears, and hope, we'd like the entire family to experience PEACE. And that can come in the way of relief from financial stress.
Please SHARE with anyone you feel would understand, relate and care about Reed's battle against this terrible illness. Your thoughtfulness is greatly appreciated.
Sincerely,
Friends4Reed
Reed Nagano is fighting for his life. It doesn't seem fair, given all the generosity Reed has shown others throughout his life... the Kaimuki High School graduate ('87) was both an employee and later long-time volunteer of the Red Cross, always known for helping others in need. Now, his family and friends have joined together on Reed's behalf, asking the for help to cover Reed's growing medical expenses.
Reed grew up in Hawaii. He attended Jared Intermediate, and then met his "brothers for life" at Kaimuki High School. Among the group of friends who call themselves "Mix Plate" - because of all the different ethnicities that compose the group (maybe a little bit because they like to eat) - the avid basketball players remained close even after college and careers.
(Photo: Members of Mix Plate at a recent event. Reed is pictured in the front row, middle/seated, in the black shirt).
Reed worked for Nordstrom shoe department, when it was in Liberty House Ala Moana Center (think, pre-Macy's). He eventually became a manager and shoe buyer. He worked at the Nordstrom shoe department in Kahala Mall as well, during those Liberty House days. Later, he'd go on to work for the Red Cross where he positively impacted many lives.
When his health started to decline in recent years, he couldn't work full-time, and had a short stint working at Savers. At one point, Reed underwent brain surgery. He has to have dialysis: Every. Single. Day. He is currently battling numerous complications from End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
About ESRD:
End-stage renal disease, also called end-stage kidney disease, occurs when chronic kidney disease — the gradual loss of kidney function — reaches an advanced state. In end-stage renal disease, your kidneys are no longer able to work as they should to meet your body's needs.
Your kidneys filter wastes and excess fluids from your blood, which are then excreted in your urine. When your kidneys lose their filtering capabilities, dangerous levels of fluid, electrolytes and wastes can build up in your body.
With end-stage renal disease, you need dialysis or a kidney transplant to stay alive. But you may also choose to forgo dialysis or transplant and opt for conservative care to manage your symptoms — aiming for the best quality of life possible during your remaining time. --- Info from Mayo Clinic Staff Online
Friends who have visited Reed in the hospital recently say he is fighting. His medical bills continue to pile up as he's been in the hospital for more than two weeks now.
Your contribution, in whatever amount: $5 / $10 / $20 / $50 / $100 - whatever you can give, we believe, will give Reed some PEACE OF MIND in knowing his mother Darlene and father Gordon, brother Lane and sister Tracy, will be helped by your generous gift as his medical bills continue to mount. At this stage in his fight, mixed in with all the anxiety, stress, tears, and hope, we'd like the entire family to experience PEACE. And that can come in the way of relief from financial stress.
Please SHARE with anyone you feel would understand, relate and care about Reed's battle against this terrible illness. Your thoughtfulness is greatly appreciated.
Sincerely,
Friends4Reed
Organisator und Spendenbegünstigter
Friends 4Reed
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Honolulu, HI
GORDON NAGANO
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