Alberton community seeks help for paramedic in need of dialysis
Alberton community member and National Paramedic Services member Kelvin Peel (47) is seeking medical assistance to continue his life-saving treatment
Alberton resident and National Paramedic Services member Kelvin Peel (47) is urgently seeking medical assistance.
Kelvin and his wife, Chantelle Peel, co-founded the National Paramedic Service, which served the Alberton community for over 10 years.
They launched the ambulance service in 2014, but had to close it last year due to Kelvin’s declining health.
In 2020, during a routine medical check-up for his Professional Driving Permit (PDP), Kelvin was diagnosed with end-stage renal failure. It was a sudden and life-changing moment.
“Kelvin served the community. He provided free medical transfers, transported patients at no cost to hospices, and whenever someone needed help, he would jump in to assist,” said Clinton Swartz of Alberton Community Responders NPC.
Kelvin has been undergoing dialysis three times a week and has started the process to be placed on the transplant list. Unfortunately, due to financial difficulties, the family could no longer afford medical aid and had to stop dialysis treatment.
He has since applied to re-join a medical aid, but there is a 12-month waiting period for all renal-related treatments.
Kelvin’s current kidney function is approximately six percent. Without dialysis, his condition will worsen as toxins build up in his body.
The family is appealing for assistance to help Kelvin access the treatment he urgently needs. He has dedicated his life to saving others, and now they are asking for help to save his.
Some community members have already begun donating through BackaBuddy and have shared supportive messages:
“Thank you for always being there for the community and for our business,” wrote the QP Group, who donated R10,000.
Another message read:
“I pray Isaiah 53:5 over you. Jesus suffered on the cross not for himself, but for mankind’s sins and sicknesses. Through Jesus’ sacrifice, the gift of healing is available to those who believe. Do not fear, trust in God.
“Kelvin, you are a hero to many of us, our own Ghostbuster. Who do you call in times of need? Ghostbuster Kelvin. I pray for you and your family,” commented Anet.
Kelvin is a devoted father of two daughters. Dialysis currently costs R1 900 per session, and he needs to attend three times a week. The government has not been able to assist.
Since losing their ambulance service, the family can no longer afford medical aid payments.
Any contribution would be greatly appreciated. No amount is too small, and every bit helps.
Support can be provided through the campaign or privately.
To donate, please visit Dialysis Assistance Needed.
