Who is Jacqueline (Jackie) Morales?

Jacqueline—friends call her Jackie—is a beloved friend, daughter, and community member in need of a living kidney donor. This page explains her story and how to help.

How do I start the donor screening process?

Click 'Start Donor Screening' to visit the transplant center’s secure form or call the living donor team. You’ll answer a few health questions, and the center will follow up.

Do I need to be the same blood type?

Not always. Many transplant centers offer paired exchange programs, increasing matches even when blood types differ.

Help Jacqueline Morales find a living kidney donor

Jackie is in need of a kidney transplant. This site explains her story, who can donate, and simple steps to get started—with options to help even if you cannot donate.

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Prefer to speak to someone? Call the Living Donor Team: (555) 123-4567

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Meet Jackie

Jacqueline (“Jackie”) Morales is a loving friend, daughter, and colleague. She’s living with kidney failure and is under the care of a transplant team. A living donor could restore her health and time with family.

Blood Type

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Hospital

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Patient ID

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How to Become a Donor

Typical steps (your hospital’s process may vary).

Quick health questionnaire

Start with a brief online form or phone call to donor services.
Baseline tests

Blood work and screening to ensure donation is safe for you.
Paired exchange options

Even if not a direct match, a swap program can find a compatible recipient.

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Basic Eligibility

You may be eligible if:

Age 18+
In good overall health
Willing to complete screening and testing
Comfortable with the donation process and recovery

You might not be eligible if:

Certain uncontrolled medical conditions
Incompatible evaluation results
Other factors determined by the transplant team

Only a transplant team can determine eligibility. This page is informational and not medical advice.

Frequently Asked Questions

What costs do donors pay? ⌃

Evaluation and surgery are typically covered by the recipient’s insurance. Travel or lost wages may be offset by assistance programs; ask the center about support options.

How long is recovery? ⌃

Everyone is different, but many donors return to regular activities within weeks. Your team will provide personalized guidance.

Can I help without donating? ⌃

Yes! Share this page, organize a fundraiser, or become an organ donor on your driver’s license.

Contact

Questions? Reach out to Jackie’s support team.