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Home Dialysis Tools

The information and resources here are meant to help healthcare providers guide and inform their patients through home hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis.

Home Dialysis Assessment Document

Refer to this list of common barriers and corresponding supports to consider when you are assessing candidates for home dialysis modalities.

Tools to Share with Patients

Use these patient-friendly fact sheets on topics related to home dialysis to supplement the educational material your clinic provides to patients.

Peritoneal Dialysis Fact Sheets
Each fact sheet in this series describes a specific aspect of peritoneal dialysis. Together, they help guide patients through this home-based treatment. Available in English and French.

Home Hemodialysis Fact Sheets
Each fact sheet in this series describes a specific aspect of home hemodialysis. Together, they help guide patients through this treatment. Available in English and French.

Vascular Access Fact Sheets
This series of fact sheets helps educate patients about vascular access options for hemodialysis. Available in English and French.

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