bmann, The wait can be very difficult for both patient and loved ones. And the criteria to get a match for an organ transplant is very complex.
You might fine some useful information on http://www.transplantliving.org. Also look at http://www.donatelife.net for some additional resources.

Hi bmann I waited for a year and 2 months for my transplant.trust me u want a good match if not you will have more issues then u have now .I had a double lung