Monthly Archives: April 2014

Why aren’t you an organ donor?

Posted on April 30, 2014 by jimshearts

In talking with people about organ donation, a lot of surprising misinformation is shared. People tell us that organ donation will affect the funeral of their loved one; they are too young (you must be 16); they are pretty sure … Continue reading →

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Minor Hockey and Jim’s Hearts

Posted on April 29, 2014 by jimshearts

Jim and his family have been waiting a long time for a heart. This means that the simple things in life become a little more important, and sometimes hard. Like Jim being present at his son’s hockey games. It’s a … Continue reading →

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16+ Months

Posted on April 28, 2014 by jimshearts

Jim has been waiting for a heart for 16 months. And continues to wait. Can you imagine? There are some provocative media campaigns out there telling us all to be an organ donor, but the bottom line is this: being … Continue reading →

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Jim’s hearts – Facebook

Posted on April 27, 2014 by jimshearts

Two years ago, a good friend of Jim and Marah set up a Facebook page where people could post pictures of hearts. The idea was to support Jim, raise his spirits and show him how much we care. Since then, … Continue reading →

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Waiting for a heart

Posted on April 27, 2014 by jimshearts

Jim Maveety has been waiting since January 2013 for a life-saving heart transplant. Jim’s family, Marah, Ellis and Brett, know that Jim is not alone in this wait. Over 4500 people are waiting for an organ donation in Canada, yet … Continue reading →

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