CT Man Seeks Kidney Donor After Initial Match Falls Through

Justin Stevens' Health Journey

• 💡 Justin Stevens, a former college athlete and vice president of the 100 Black Men of Stamford, is seeking a life-saving kidney donor.
• 🎯 He was diagnosed with focal glomerulosclerosis, a rare genetic disease that causes kidney scarring, 15 years ago.
• ⚠️ His kidney function dropped below 8% this year, necessitating dialysis and a transplant.

The Search for a Donor

• 🚀 Stevens initially launched a social media campaign to find a donor, which was successful in identifying a match.
• 💔 The planned surgery was canceled at the last minute due to a medical issue with the donor, causing significant disappointment.
• 🏠 He is currently undergoing at-home dialysis for eight hours each night, which impacts his energy and time.

Renewed Call for Help

• 💬 Stevens is again sharing his story publicly, hoping to raise awareness and find a compatible kidney donor.
• ✅ He remains positive despite the setback and is restarting his efforts to get the word out about his need.