No one is immune from natural disasters. Being prepared and having a plan before emergencies happen is important.

In this issue, there are tips and reminders of what you can do to be as prepared as possible in the event of an emergency.

However, we urge you to speak regularly with your dialysis support team about steps you can take to be ready should the unexpected happen.

In addition to talking with your

dialysis team, there are many helpful agencies that have emergency preparedness resources. You may want to visit:

www.esrdnetwork.orgwww.texasteec.orgwww.houstonoem.org

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Changing the Dialysis ExperienceDIALYSPA®

www.Dialyspa.com 2453 South Braeswood, Suite 201 Houston, TX 77030 713-218-6500

Since opening four years ago, Dialyspa has made �exible scheduling available to our patients. “At Dialyspa, we have the ability to accommodate, not only working patients, but also patients who have unexpected events in their lives. We all know that life never goes as planned.” says Ismael Reyes VP of Operations.

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4 ounces cream cheese, softened1/4 cup sour cream2 Tbsp cucumber, chopped �ne and patted dry2 Tbsp green onion, chopped �ne2 Tbsp cup radish, �nely chopped2 Tbsp green pepper, chopped �ne1 teaspoon Mrs. Dash® Original Herb SeasoningCayenne pepper to taste

3 celery stalks, cut into sticks2 medium carrots, cut into sticks1 cucumber, sliced1 medium green bell pepper, sliced1 medium red bell pepper, sliced

1. Cut up celery, carrot, red and green peppers and cucumber for serving. 2. From the slices, dice enough cucumber, green onion, radish and green pepper to make 2 Tbsp.3. In a large mixing bowl, place cream cheese, sour cream, 2 Tbsp chopped cucumber, 2 Tbsp chopped green onion, chopped radishes, green pepper and Mrs. Dash.4. Add cayenne pepper to taste. 5. Mix with an electric mixer on low speed, or by hand until well blended.6. Place vegetables on a serving tray or scoop a serving size amount of dip in a cup and stand vegetables up for an easy single serve appetizer.

Makes 10 servings with 2 tablespoons of dip and two or three pieces of each vegetable.

Cool Veggie Dip

Nutrients per servingCalories 82 Protein 2 gCarbohydrates 5 gFat 6 gCholesterol 17 mgSodium 58.5 mgPotassium 208 mgPhosphorus 42 mgCalcium 39 mgFiber 1.2 g

Ask your dietitian about your 3- Day Emergency Diet Plan TODAY!

Kristine Catuiza, our Medical Center Administrative Assistant, has over eighteen years in the dialysis industry as a patient care technician and Administrative Assistant. She has been part of the Dialyspa family since December 2011.

“When I got the news, I called my family and told them and they all said they were so happy and proud of me. I felt so honored that my peers voted for me. It was really a great feeling knowing they believe in what you do and accomplish. And I just want to say that all Dialyspa All Stars always go above and beyond.” says Catuiza about being named Employee of the Quarter.

Kristine Catuiza

We are proud to announce our Employee of the Quarter

If I can not dialyze in the event of an

unplanned emergency, what should I eat and

drink?

Contact Jerilynn Jones at

713-218-6500 for more information about Dialyspa’s educational opportunities.

Events at DIALYSPA®

Follow Dialyspa for Event Updates

Monthly Kidney Support Groups are free and open to anyone wanting to connect with others interested in kidney health.

Registration is not necessary.

Please call to verify dates and times, as they are subject to change.

July 2013 11: Support Group: HEB (Louetta/249) 6-7 PM

18: Support Group: Medical Center: DARS 6-7 PM

25: Support Group: Woodlands: Transplant Patient 6-7 PM

30: Tomball Regional Hospital: Case Managers and Social Workers One Hour CEU Lunch

August 2013 1: Support Group: Willowbrook: DARS: 6-7 PM

15: Support Group: NX Stage: Details to be Announced

22: Support Group: Woodlands: Medicare Bene�ts 6-7 PM

September 201305: Support Group: HEB (Louetta/249) 6-7 PM

19: Support Group: Medical Center: 6-7 PM

26: Support Group: Woodlands: DARS 6-7 PM Open to All

Professional Education

Dialyspa Patients and Sta�

4 ounces cream cheese, softened1/4 cup sour cream2 Tbsp cucumber, chopped �ne and patted dry2 Tbsp green onion, chopped �ne2 Tbsp cup radish, �nely chopped2 Tbsp green pepper, chopped �ne1 teaspoon Mrs. Dash® Original Herb SeasoningCayenne pepper to taste

3 celery stalks, cut into sticks2 medium carrots, cut into sticks1 cucumber, sliced1 medium green bell pepper, sliced1 medium red bell pepper, sliced

1. Cut up celery, carrot, red and green peppers and cucumber for serving. 2. From the slices, dice enough cucumber, green onion, radish and green pepper to make 2 Tbsp.3. In a large mixing bowl, place cream cheese, sour cream, 2 Tbsp chopped cucumber, 2 Tbsp chopped green onion, chopped radishes, green pepper and Mrs. Dash.4. Add cayenne pepper to taste. 5. Mix with an electric mixer on low speed, or by hand until well blended.6. Place vegetables on a serving tray or scoop a serving size amount of dip in a cup and stand vegetables up for an easy single serve appetizer.

Makes 10 servings with 2 tablespoons of dip and two or three pieces of each vegetable.

Contact Jerilynn Jones at

713-218-6500 for more information about Dialyspa’s educational opportunities.

Emergency Contact ListAdd this information to your emergency kit so that you have it handy in the event of a natural disaster or emergency. Talk to your dialysis support team about your personal emergency readiness plan.

Doctor_____________________________________________

Phone_____________________________________________

Emergency Contact Name____________________________

Phone_____________________________________________

Pharmacy__________________________________________

Phone_____________________________________________

PRESCRIPTIONS

Rx Name Pill or Capsule Dosage (mg, gm, units) Frequency

*In an emergency, try texting if phone service is

not available.

DIALYSPAMain Number713-218-6500

EmergencyContact

713-725-4547*210-625-1109*

Keep a Week’s Supply of Prescriptions on Hand

Smith, Joe 301-01DOB: 2/23/69 Age: 45 Sex: MDr. Jones 231

Wear Your Purple Band!If you must evacuate your home, remember to put your BAND on your arm.�is band has important information about your health. Your dialysis center will provide you with your band.Show your band to emergency and shelter workers.

Did You Know?All three DIALYSPA centers have something that is very rare in the dialysis industry.

All of our clinics are equipped with a powerful backup generator. In the event of a power outage, dialysis treatments can continue uninterrupted.

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To Locate Open Clinics:

TEEC Hotline1-866-407-ESRD

www.Dialyspa.com 2453 South Braeswood, Suite 201 Houston, TX 77030 713-218-6500 www.Dialyspa.com 2453 South Braeswood, Suite 201 Houston, TX 77030 713-218-6500 www.Dialyspa.com 2453 South Braeswood, Suite 201 Houston, TX 77030 713-218-6500

Kristine Catuiza, our Medical Center Administrative Assistant, has over eighteen years in the dialysis industry as a patient care technician and Administrative Assistant. She has been part of the Dialyspa family since December 2011.

“When I got the news, I called my family and told them and they all said they were so happy and proud of me. I felt so honored that my peers voted for me. It was really a great feeling knowing they believe in what you do and accomplish. And I just want to say that all Dialyspa All Stars always go above and beyond.” says Catuiza about being named Employee of the Quarter.

Things to Remember If You Must Evacuate

Put on your purple wrist band.

Take all medications and a list of prescriptions.

Bring your 3-day disaster diet foods.

Tell your emergency contact person and dialysis center about your plans to evacuate.

Contact your dialysis provider to arrange alternative treatments if possible.