At the APDA I&R Center we receive several phone calls about where someone could get gently used or donated medical items in their community. There are programs and organizations that have discounted, gently used, or donated medical items, some of which have never been used. Look below to find suggestions on whom to contact and where to look. Also note that some assistive devices require an evaluation or recommendation from a rehabilitation specialist such as physical or occupational therapist. These specialists evaluate if assistive devices are appropriate for you. Rehabilitation specialists also ensure that you can use them safely and that they are properly fit for your height and weight.
Please let us know if you have items in good condition you would like to donate. We will put you in touch with a grateful recipient.
Resources for equipment include:
Your local Senior Center or Council on Aging
To locate your community COA please click below
http://www.disabilityinfo.org/mnip/db/tacr/OfficeByAgency.aspx?id=6
Your Local Independent Living Center
To locate the center nearest you please click below
http://www.disabilityinfo.org/mnip/db/tacr/OfficeByAgency.aspx?id=12
Quincy Helping Hands
617-328-0102
Scituate Etrusco Associates, Inc.
(781) 545-4411
Wheelchair Recycler located in Marlborough at (508) 460-6328.
http://www.wheelchair-recycler.org/
AT Exchange in New England is MassMATCH's free AT device exchange program. To buy donate, or sell used AT, call the toll free MassMATCH INFO-line at 866-682-9955 (voice) and (617) 204-3815 (TDD) or visit website at http://www.getatstuff.org/.
Masons located in Malden. (781) 322-1052. The Mason Warehouse is only open on Saturdays from 9am to 12am. There is no delivery available. Call for directions and information.
Please let us know if you know of any additional resources. We will gladly add them to this list.