The Stavros Center for Independent Living has been running a durable medical equipment (DME) reuse program for several years. Partially funded with MassMATCH AT grant funds it accepts donations of gently used equipment, refurbishes it and gives to individuals with a need for the device.
In July 2013 they gave away;
5 power chairs
10 manual wheelchairs
2 “hospital” beds
2 shower chairs
They also received donated equipment:
7 manual wheelchairs
8 power wheelchairs
3 “hospital” beds
For information about donating equipment or if you are in need of equipment contact Tom Filiault at 413 256 0473 or tfiliault@stavros.org. There are other reuse programs around the state. For information about those contact reuse@massmatch.org