The month of April is National Donate Life Month, and to raise awareness about the critical need for organ donors in New York State, community leaders in Malone gathered this week to honor a local organ donor, Jodi Andrews, and her incredible gift of life. Andrews, a mom & grandmother, died unexpectedly last fall at the age of 52. Her decision to register as an organ donor saved the lives of four other people who were in desperate need of organ transplants.
Jodi’s husband, Mike, read a heartfelt letter of thanks from one of the recipients at a ceremony this week. Jodi’s daughter, Rylee, said she hopes her mother’s incredible act of generosity will encourage others to become organ donors. New York State currently has one of the lowest organ donation enrollment rates in the nation, but Jodi’s family and community leaders, including NYS Assemblyman Billy Jones, say they hope her act of kindness will help inspire more people to become donors.
To become an organ donor, you can learn more or register at any state DMV Office or online at www.donatelifenys.org