Welcome to
MARK ADVOCACY GROUP
Memories Are Respectfully Kept
Helping those with kidney disease and other chronic illnesses navigate their difficult health journey.
Who Are We?
In memory of Mark Weaver, a friend of all who were lucky enough to know him and brother of Marcy Rzepka (Founder of The MARK Advocacy Group and struggling with kidney disease herself).
In 2015, Mark lost his battle with multiple chronic health conditions and his decades long journey through a difficult medical system. As a result, he turned to drug and alcohol usage. Because Mark was ignored, neglected, and betrayed by traditional healthcare doctors for many years, his life could have been saved and the disease fought, had his ‘doctors’ listened to HIM – as we all know our bodies, its warning signs, and symptoms better than anyone else!
I [Marcy] wanted to do something good in my brother’s name to honor his vigilance and kindness to others. MARK., which stands for Memories Are Respectfully Kept, was created.
I cannot change what happened to Mark, but we can all do good in his memory to help others maneuver through their healthcare issues and help them not only find their voice, but to be heard and change the way the healthcare system has failed us or a family member.
What Do We Do?
We’re Here To Help
The MARK Advocacy Group is a non-profit organization that provides resources, information, education, and support to those with kidney disease, chronic illnesses, and the caretakers of those with the illness.
Better Care, Better Life
We strive to be the true, full source for a better understanding of your condition, educational assets, and a supportive community for you and your family’s healthcare journey.
Finding Your Voice
Our focus is on empowering you by providing the tools necessary to create a life of wellness with dignity and making sure that YOU control your healthcare decisions.
What is an advocate?
For a great many people who suffer from a chronic disease, navigating the sea of doctor visits, testing, medications, and daily struggles, can be overwhelming.
A patient advocate is here for you to:
- Be an extra set of eyes and ears at doctor visits
- Listen and support
- Help with medication organization, transportation, dietary choices
- Help you understand and clarify doctor's instructions, treatments, procedures
- Provide assistance with insurance claims, administrative, financial, legal and social support
- Ensure your patient rights are being honored
A patient advocate can be the single most empowering tool for someone afflicted with a chronic disease!