Jeffrey Amerson

Jeffrey Amerson

Transplant Type:   Kidney

What if you were living on borrowed time? 

Jeffrey Amerson is awaiting a new lease on life. He was diagnosed with focal segmental glomerulosclerosis in 2009.  Jeffrey’s condition continued to worsen, and now doctors say a kidney transplant is necessary.  While awaiting his transplant, Jeffrey endures regular dialysis treatments, which leave him exhausted and take a toll on his quality of life.

During such a challenging time, Jeffrey is thankful to be surrounded by a strong support system. His beautiful wife, Tayler, their child, nephews, family, friends, and dog, Sam, have been by his side every step of the way providing much needed love and encouragement. While it has been very hard for Jeffrey and Tayler, these circumstances have also brought them closer together, strengthened their trust in each other, and given them perspective on what matters most in life. Before his health began to decline, Jeffrey enjoyed kayaking and camping, but these days, his activities are quite limited. Jeffrey looks forward to the kidney transplant that will allow him to live his life fully again.  More than anything, he would like to have the chance to spend many more years with his loved ones, but right now, he needs your help.

Unfortunately, Jeffrey’s hope for a new life comes at a very high price.

The average kidney transplant costs approximately $442,000. And that is only the beginning. Even with health insurance, which will cover the cost of the transplant, he faces significant expenses related to the surgery. For the rest of his life, he will need follow-up care and daily anti-rejection medications. Post-transplant medications are very expensive, and they are as critical to his survival as the transplant itself. 

Jeffrey must travel more than 275 miles to reach his transplant center for evaluations and doctors’ appointments. When he receives his transplant, Jeffrey and Tayler will need to stay near the hospital during recovery, incurring substantial expenses for travel, food, and lodging, adding to the financial strain.

You can help by making a tax-deductible donation to the National Foundation for Transplants in honor of Jeffrey.  

If you'd prefer to send your gift by mail, please send it to the National Foundation for Transplants, 3249 W. Sarazen’s Circle, Suite 100, Memphis, TN 38125.  Please be sure to write "in honor of Jeffrey Amerson” in the memo line.

Thank you for your generosity!

Transplant Center:  Mayo Clinic Florida

If you have any questions about The National Foundation for Transplants, feel free to contact the staff at 800-489-3863.