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How Much Does A Bedside Commode Cost ? A Guide With Over 160 Examples By Category

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After trying raised toilet seats for my mom, and finding them rather unsatisfactory for a lady of almost 90, we moved on to bedside commodes, which were much more successful. We needed the commode chair for a period of time after hip replacement surgery, for my mom, but she still uses it as a raised toilet seat today – some 42 months later, and loves it.

 

Bedside commodes cost between $37.99 and $3303.88.

The average price, by type, is –

Static bedside fixed arm commode – $220.00 (38 models $37.99 to $815.00)

Static drop arm bedside commode – $309.82 (33 models $72.98 to $1363.74)

Static shower chair bedside commode – $169.31 (3 models $119.95 to $199.00)

Transport bedside commode – $286.71 (11 models $192.00 to $449.00)

Shower Transport bedside commode – $917.05 (70 models $119.00 to $3303.88)

Transfer bench bedside commode – $404.99 (11 models $117.00 to $1845.00)

 

The different types of bedside commode

 

Bedside commodes don’t just have to be used by the bed, as their name implies, and are often used for multiple functions.

The most common types of bedside commode are –

 

  • static portable bedside commodes
  • drop arm commodes
  • transport or rolling bedside commodes
  • combination shower chair, transport chair and bedside commode
  • and a specialist type called transfer commodes

 

All of these types of bedside commode come in a range of versions –

 

  • folding
  • padded
  • lightweight
  • bariatric or heavy duty
  • wide and extra wide

 

I have two much longer articles, “Bedside Commodes: How To Make The Right Choice ?”, in which I discuss in depth the different types of bedside commode, their functions and their suitability for our elderly parents and the various situations to which the different types are best suited.

In the second article,  What is a bedside commode ?” you will find –

  • the types
  • set up
  • who needs one
  • using over a toilet
  • liners emptying
  • cleaning
  • odor control
  • where to buy
  • top brands
  • bedside commodes for larger people
  • using over the toilet
  • maintenance
  • features
  • sizes
  • and more

Now for some brief outlines of each one of the different types of bedside commodes that I noted above, and that you will find in the price lists of the different bedside commodes.

Static portable bedside commodes

 

Static bedside commodes come in a variety of types –

 

  • portable folding bedside commodes
  • stacking bedside commodes
  • shower bedside commode
  • the 3 in 1 or all in one bedside commode

 

Portable folding bedside commode

Stacking bedside commode

Shower chair bedside commode

3 in 1 bedside commode

Of the static bedside commodes, the most versatile is the 3-in-1 commode or all-in-one commode.

These commodes have at least 3 intended uses –

 

  • bedside commode
  • as a raised toilet seat
  • as a toilet safety frame when you remove the seat, pale and lid

 

The frames for lighter models, for smaller people, are generally made from aluminum, and for the bariatric, and heavy-duty frames, steel or special plastic constructions are used.

Drop arm bedside commodes

 

Drop arm commode

Drop arm commodes don’t have fixed arms like the standard commodes. Their arms may swing up or down, and may also be removed on a lot of models

The drop arm models are designed to allow for side access, so the user can onto the commode from the side.

They are destined mainly for use by wheelchair users and individuals who need to transfer onto a commode from a bed, but who cannot stand.

These commodes are also useful even if the user can stand, as they can give a caregiver access from the side if the user needs help with cleaning themselves, or any other task which a fixed armrest would obstruct.

Drop arms may also be found as  an option on all the other types of commode, as well as on a standard fixed commode, but is in its self considered a specific type of bedside commode.

Static Drop arm commodes can typically be used for a number of functions –

 

  • as a bedside commode
  • as a toilet safety frame
  • as a raised toilet seat over a conventional toilet

 

Mobile shower transport, transport commodes may have drop arms, but cannot be used as toilet safety rails.

 

Transport or rolling bedside commodes

Attendant transport bedside commode

Self-propelling transport bedside commode

 

Transport or rolling bedside commodes are bedside commodes with wheels, enabling you to push your loved ones around the home.

The transport commode can be used as –

 

  • a transport chair
  • a bedside commode
  • a raised toilet seat over a toilet

 

Shower transport bedside commodes

 

Attendant shower transport with 4 small wheels

Attendant shower transport commode with two medium sized rear wheels

Self -propelling shower transport commode

 

These commodes have been specifically designed for wheeling into the shower.

The shower chair and bedside transport commodes functions include –

 

  • as a shower chair
  • a transport chair
  • a bedside commode
  • a raised toilet seat over a toilet – but only certain types can do this, so do check if this is something that you need it for

Transfer bench bedside commodes

Transfer bench bedside commode

 

These are transfer benches and commodes combined.

The transfer commode can be used as –

 

  • a commode
  • and a transfer bench for the bath or shower

While you are looking for bedside commodes, there is lots more that you can do to make your bathroom a safer place for seniors, or anyone else with mobility issues.

To find out all the different things you can do, to have an instant impact on bathroom safety, take a look here, 54 Bathroom Safety Tips For Seniors – A Helpful Guide”.

Bedside commodes prices in the US

 

To find the price of a bedside commode of the different types I have outlined, pick the weight capacity that you need, and within that you will see the commodes grouped by type, with their correct name, price and product number.

 

200 – 299 lb weight capacity bedside commode prices

Static folding bedside commode with fixed arms prices

 

Model
Product Number
Price
220 lb
Lattice folding bedside commode
--
$163.00

Drop arm bedside commode prices

Model
Product Number
Price
250 lb
Medline steel drop arm commode
MDS89668
$123.00
250 lb
Nova drop arm 3-in-1 commode
8900W
$133.95

Transport bedside commode prices

Model
Product Number
Price
200 lb
Lattice portable medical aid mobility commode
--
$370.00
250 lb
AMG deluxe transport commode w/ 3" rubber wheels
AMG770344
$278.99
250 lb
Caremax transport and bedside commode w/ casters
--
$279.99
250 lb
Nova Drop arm transport commode chair
8805
$192.00
285 lb
Invacare Glide About commode (transport)
H720T4
$209.00

Shower/ transport / bedside combi commode prices

Model
Product Number
Price
250 lb
Everset and Jennings rehab shower commode w/ 5" wheels
standard
$819.00
250 lb
Everset and Jennings rehab shower commode w/ 5" wheels
90835175
$1008.00
250 lb
Go Anywhere shower commode 'n chair, self propel
SP
$1695.00
250 lb
Nova rolling shower chair commode
8800
$188.85
250 lb
Nova Deluxe shower transport commode chair
8801
$230.00
250 lb
Tuffcare transport commode shower chair w/ wheels, front locking casters only
S800
$189.00
250 lb
Tuffcare transport commode shower chair w/ wheels, all 4 locking casters
S80-01
$338.95
Model
Product Number
Price
275 lb
Drive Medical Aluminum Rehab Shower commode chair
NRS185006
$680.50
286 lb
Clark Healthcare Bathmobile folding commode and shower chair
--
$399.00
286 lb
Ezee Life rehab shower commode chair w/ 5" casters and standard seat
150
$564.95
286 lb
Ezee Life rehab shower commode chair w/ 5" casters and tall seat
150-TALL
$624.95
286 lb
Ezee Life rehab shower commode chair w/ 5" casters and open front seat
180
$499.95
286 lb
Ezee Life rehab shower commode chair w/ 5" casters and tall open front seat
180-TAll
$559.95
286 lb
Ezee Life rehab shower commode chair w/ 5" casters and 4 way open seat
180-4W
$629.95
286 lb
Ezee Life rehab shower commode chair w/ 5" casters and tall 4 way open seat
180-4W-TALL
$689.95

Transfer bench commode prices

Model
Product Number
Price
250lb
Go Anywhere transport commode and transfer bench (also a transport commode when detached)
CST
$1845.00

300 – 399 lb weight capacity bedside commode prices

 

Static beside commodes with fixed arms prices

Model
Product Number
Price
300 lb
Carex folding bedside commode
B341-00
$76.99
300 lb
Lifestyle Mobility Aids folding 3-in-1 steel commode
B3400F
$59.95
300 lb
Lifestyle Mobility Aids folding 3-in-1 commode with elongated opening
B3500F
$99.95
300 lb
MedPro Homecare commode chair
770-315
$46.06
300 lb
Nova folding commode
8700-S
$88.95
300 lb
Probasics 3-in-1 steel commode
BS31C
$59.95
300 lb
TFI SpaceSaver foldable commode w/ elongated seat
3220G
$289.85
350 lb
Drive Medical 3-in-1 Competitive Edge folding commode
11148CE-4
$250.00
350 lb
Drive Medical steel folding bedside commode
RTL11158KDR
$40.85
350 lb
Drive Medical steel folding bedside commode
11148N-4
$197.98
350 lb
Drive Medical steel folding bedside commode
11148-1
$37.99
350 lb
Homecraft Heavy-duty 3-in-1 commodes
081437862
$155.00
350 lb
Medline Guardian deluxe bedside commode
G30213-1F
$53.96
350 lb
Medline 3-in-1 steel bedside commode
MDS89664KDMBG
$54.99
350 lb
Probasics 3-in-1 folding commode
BSFC
$54.95

Static shower chair/bedside commode prices

Model
Product Number
Price
300 lb
Lumex padded bedside commode bath and shower chair
7947KD
$119.95
300 lb
Platinum Health UltraCommode bedside commode and folding shower chair
--
$199.00

Drop arm bedside commode prices

Model
Product Number
Price
300 lb
Drive Medical deluxe steel drop arm commode
11125KD-1
$73.57
300 lb
Drive Medical drop arm commode
11125KD-1A
$72.98
300 lb
Drive Medical drop arm commode with padded seat
11125PSKD-1
$155.45
300 lb
Guardian drop arm bedside commode
98202
$138.00
300 lb
Guardian padded drop arm commode
98204
$146.95
300 lb
Healthline drop arm bedside commode with padded seat
--
$98.32
300 lb
Lifestyle Mobility Aids steel drop arm commode
B3900
$89.95
300 lb
Lumex drop arm 3-in-1 commode
6433A
$115.95
300 lb
Nova drop arm padded commode
8901W
$153.95
300 lb
Performance Health adjustable drop arm commode
081512839
$458.52
300 lb
Probasics drop arm 3-in-1 commode
BSDAC
$78.95
350 lb
Homecraft drop arm padded commode
081706399
$219.95

Transport bedside commodes (can have drop arms) prices

Model
Product Number
Price
300 lb
Drive Medical drop arm commode with wheels with padded armrests
11101W-2
$228.95
300 lb
Lumex Versamode drop arm transport chair commode w/5" wheels
6810A
$219.95
310 lb
Mor Medical New Era PVC rolling commode chair
DNE-118-3TWL
$204.00
350 lb
AMG Medical MedPro Euro commode with drop down arms
AMG 770365
$449.00
350 lb
AMG Medical MedPro Euro commode with flip up arms
AMG 7703755
$449.00
350 lb
Drive Medical upholstered commode with wheels
11120SV-1
$305.99

Shower/ transport/ bedside commodes (can have drop arms) prices

Model
Product Number
Price
300 lb
Drive Medical shower padded commode w/ wheels
11114KD-1
$119.00
300 lb
Healthline EZee Life shower/ transport bedside commode
180
$426.67
300 lb
Healthline EZee Life shower/ transport bedside commode w/ wheelchair wheels
180 -24
$656.58
300 lb
Invacare Mariner rehab shower/ bedside commode w/ 5" casters
6981
$755.00
300 lb
Invacare Mariner rehab shower/ bedside commode wheelchair (16" x 16")
6795
$755.00
300 lb
Invacare Mariner rehab shower/ bedside commode wheelchair(18.5" x 18.5")
6895
$755.00
300 lb
Nuprodx Foldable travel shower transport commode chair (drop arms optional)
4000TX
$1700.00
300 lb
Nuprodx Multichair Ultra narrow shower commode wheelchair (drop arms optional)
4020RX
$1850.00
300 lb
Nuprodx Multichair Folding compact roll-in shower commode chair (drop arms optional)
Mc4000
$1450.00
300 lb
Showerbuddy Roll-inBuddy Solo, shower commode wheelchair
SB6w
$845.75
300 lb
Showerbuddy Roll-inBuddy Lite, shower transfer commode
SB6c
$760.75
310 lb
Mor Medical New Era PVC rolling shower bedside commode chair, w/ soft insert
DNE-118-3TWL
$204.00
Model
Product Number
Price
310 lb
Mor Medical New Era PVC rolling shower bedside commode chair, w/out soft insert
DNE-118-3TWL-SSI
$238.00
330 lb
Invacare Aquatec Ocean Standard shower/ transport bedside commode
INV-OCEAN
$924.95
330 lb
Invacare Aquatec Ocean SP shower/ transport bedside commode w/ wheelcahir wheels
INV-OCEANSP
$1389.99
330 lb
Invacare Aquatec Ocean Ergo shower/ bedside commode w/ casters
INV-OCEANERGO
$924.25
330 lb
Invacare Aquatec Ocean Ergo self-propelled shower/ bedside commode w/ wheelchair wheels
INV-OCEANERGOSP
$1289.99
350 lb
AMG Medical MedPro AquaCare shower commode w/ swivel armrests
AMG770300
$989.00
352 lb
Etac Swift mobile shower chair with swing-away arms
--
$1165.50
385 lb
Healthline EZee Life heavy duty shower commode wheelchair
185-24
$765.00
385 lb
Mor Medical New Era PVC 22" wide shower bedside commode chair
DNE-122-3TWL
$224.00
385 lb
Mor Medical New Era PVC 22" wide rolling shower bedside commode chair
DNE-122-3TWL-SSI
$259.00
385 lb
Mor Medical New Era PVC 22" wide rolling shower bedside commode chair w/ footrest, w/out soft insert
DNE-122-3TWL-SF
$238.00
385 lb
Mor Medical New Era PVC 22" wide rolling shower bedside commode chair w/ footrest, w/out soft insert
DNE-122-3TWL-SF-SSI
$253.00

Transfer bench commode prices

Model
Product Number
Price
300 lb
Carex transfer bench and commode
081295278
$117.50
300 lb
Nova padded transfer bench with commode
9073
$137.95
350 lb
Eagle Heath toilet to tub 55" base sliding transfer bench commode, w/out armrests
77963
$309.00
350 lb
Eagle Heath toilet to tub 55" base sliding transfer bench commode, w/ armrests
77963
(+ armrests) 71002 - the armrests have their own product number
$332.00
350 lb
Eagle Heath toilet to tub 60" base sliding transfer bench commode, w/out armrests
78983
$314.00
350 lb
Eagle Heath toilet to tub 60" base sliding transfer bench commode, w/ armrests
77983
(+ armrests) 71002 - the armrests have their own product number
$337.00
350 lb
Eagle Heath toilet to tub 65" base sliding transfer bench commode, w/out armrests
7793
$319.00
350 lb
Eagle Heath toilet to tub 65" base sliding transfer bench commode, w/ armrests
77993
(+ armrests) 71002 - the armrests have their own product number
$342.00

400 – 499 lb weight capacity bedside commode prices

Static bedside commodes with fixed arm prices

Model
Product Number
Price
400 lb
Lumex imperial collection 3-in-1 bedside commode
7446A-2
$157.77
400 lb
TFI Healthcare 3-in-1 commode w/ elongated seat
3223G
$199.95
400 lb
TFI Healthcare wide 3-in-1 commode w/ elongated seat
3224G
$289.00
400 lb
Tuffcare M450 extra wide 3-in-1 commode chair
M450
$199.95
450 lb
Probasics heavy duty Wide Commode
BSB31C
$103.95

Drop arm bedside commode prices

Model
Product Number
Price
400 lb
TFI Healthcare drop arm commode w/ elongated seat
3225
$314.95
450 lb
Tuffcare extra wide drop arm commode chair
M470
$269.00
470 lb
Performance Health drop arm commode
081299338
$296.05

Shower/ transport/ bedside commodes (can have drop arms) prices

Model
Product Number
Price
400 lb
Healthline Shower Taxi, shower / transport bedside commode
ST603OFT5SF
$289.00
400 lb
IPU Oversize shower chair commode with round seat
SCC9250-OS
$487.54
435 lb
Mor Medical New Era PVC bariatric 26" wide rolling commode shower chair without insert
DNE-126-4TWL
$244.00
435 lb
Mor Medical New Era PVC bariatric 26" wide rolling commode shower chair with insert
DNE-126-4TWL-SSI
$259.00
435 lb
Mor Medical New Era PVC bariatric 26" rolling commode shower chair w/ footrest, w/out insert
DNE-126-4TWL-SF
$269.00
435 lb
Mor Medical New Era PVC bariatric 26" rolling commode shower chair w/ footrest, w/ insert
DNE-126-4TWL-SF-SSI
$284.00
440 lb
Freeway T40 Narrow shower transport commode chair
T40A
$658.51
440 lb
Freeway T40 Standard shower transport commode chair
T40B
$693.17
440 lb
Freeway T40 Wide shower transport commode chair
T40C
$1038.22
440 lb
Freeway T60 Narrow self-propelled shower transport commode chair
T60A
$833.50
Model
Product Number
Price
440 lb
Freeway T60 Standard self-propelled shower transport commode chair
T60B
$856.66
440 lb
Freeway T60 Wide self-propelled Shower transport commode chair
T60C
$1180.50
440 lb
Freeway T70 Narrow self-propelled shower transport commode chair
T70A
$889.67
440 lb
Freeway T70 Standard self-propelled shower transport commode chair
T70B
$998.61
440 lb
Freeway T70 Wide self-propelled shower transport commode chair
T70C
$1265.22
440 lb
Freeway T80 Narrow Tilt-in-Space shower transport commode chair
T80A
$1774.39
440 lb
Freeway T80 Standard Tilt-in-Space shower transport commode chair
T80B
$1774.39
440 lb
Freeway T80 Wide Tilt-in-Space shower transport commode chair
T80C
$2021.98
440 lb
Rebotec Dallas bariatric shower commode chair
TRE-359
$1499.99
440 lb
Healthline EZee Life heavy duty shower commode wheelchair
186-24
$815.00
450 lb
Tuffcare Heavy duty rolling shower commode chair
S950
$1285.00
450 lb
Tuffcare Bariatric shower commode wheelchair
S990
$1425.00

Transfer bedside commodes prices

Model
Product Number
Price
400 lb
Drive Medical Padded transfer bench commode
12005KDC-1
$231.90
400 lb
Drive Medical Plastic transfer bench commode w/ opening
12011KDC-1
$169.58

500 – 599 lb weight capacity bedside commode prices

 

 

Static beside commodes with fixed arms prices

Model
Product Number
Price
500 lb
Duro-Med heavy duty steel commode w /platform seat
23044
$113.89
500 lb
Nova heavy duty commode w/ extra wide seat
8582
$149.00
500 lb
Performance Health Briggs heavy-duty commode
081437862
$320.39
500 lb
Performance Health Hip commode
081512821
$282.71

Drop arm bedside commode prices

 

Model
Product Number
Price
500 lb
Healthline bariatric drop arm bedside commode
HL7206-2
$152.65
500 lb
Homecraft heavy-duty drop arm commode
081611110
$199.95

Shower/ transport/ bedside commodes (can have drop arms) prices

Model
Product Number
Price
500 lb
HDrive Bariatric Aluminum Rehab Shower commode chair
NRS185008
$750.40

600 – 699 lb weight capacity bedside commode prices

 

Static beside commodes with fixed arms prices

Model
Product Number
Price
650 lb
Drive Deluxe bariatric commode
11130-2
$284.77
650 lb
Drive folding bariatric commode
11117N-1
$139.99
650 lb
Probasics bariatric commode extra wide seat
BSB24C
$123.95
650 lb
TF1 3244 Extra tall, wide commode w/ elongated seat
3244
$815.00

Drop arm bedside commode prices

Model
Product Number
Price
600 lb
Lumex 6438A imperial collection 3-in-1 steel drop arm
6438A
$150.99
600 lb
Performance Health heavy-duty 3-in-1 drop arm commode
081202704
$1363.74
644 lb
Drive bariatric drop arm commode
11135-1
$233.84
650 lb
Probasics heavy duty drop-arm commode
BSBDAC
$135.95

Shower/ transport/ bedside commodes (can have drop arms) prices

Model
Product Number
Price
600 lb
ActiveAid heavy duty rolling commode shower chair
720
$2789.95
600 lb
Healthline bariatric shower commode chair
--
$389.99

700 – 799 lb weight capacity bedside commode prices

 

 

Static beside commodes with fixed arms prices

Model
Product Number
Price
700 lb
Performance Health heavy-duty commode w/ elongated seat
081261767
$518.14
700 lb
TF1 3240 Extra large bedside commode w/ elongated seat
3240
$297.00

Drop arm bedside commode prices

Model
Product Number
Price
700 lb
Drop arm bedside commodes
AMG770322
$229.95
700 lb
Performance Health drop arm all-in-one commode
081110287
$404.00

Shower/ transport/ bedside commodes (can have drop arms) prices

Model
Product Number
Price
705 lb
Arjo Carmina bariatric shower and commode chair
ARJ-BLB1000-013
$3303.88
705 lb
Arjo Carmina bariatric shower and commode chair w/ adjustable footrest
ARJ-BLB2000-013
$3303.88
750 lb
ConvaQuip bariatric rehab shower rolling commode chair w/ 26" wide seat
1326P-24
$1479.00
750 lb
ConvaQuip bariatric rehab shower rolling commode chair w/ 28" wide seat
1328P-24
$1722.00
750 lb
Gendron bariatric mobile shower chair w/ 26" wide seat
GDN-5226
$1625.60
750 lb
Gendron bariatric mobile shower chair w/ 28" wide seat
GDN-5228
$1625.60
Model
Product Number
Price
800 lb
Big John Commode chair, adjustable legs
BJBC
$283.00
850 lb
Model 724T Bedside commode w/ fixed arms
724T
$349.70

Drop arm bedside commode prices

Model
Product Number
Price
850 lb
Medline Steel Drop arm bedside commodes
MDS89668XW
$171.61
850 lb
Model 724DAU Bedside commode w/ drop arms
724DAU
$422.50
850 lb
Model 724DAL Bedside commode, w/ left drop arm, right arm fixed
724DAL
$422.50
850 lb
Model 724DAR Bedside commode, w/ right drop arm, left arm fixed
724DAR
$422.50

1000 – 1500 lb weight capacity bedside commode prices

 

 

Static bedside commodes with fixed arms prices

Model
Product Number
Price
1000 lb
Model 730 Bedside commode w/ fixed arms
730
$422.50

Drop arm bedside commode prices

Model
Product Number
Price
1000 lb
Drive Medical bariatric drop arm bedside commode
11132-1
$999.50
1000 lb
Homecraft deluxe bariatric drop arm commode
081706381
$219.95
1500 lb
Model 736DAU Bedside commode w/ fixed arms
736DAU
$585.00
1500 lb
Model 736DAL Bedside commode w/ left drop arm, right arm fixed
736DAL
$585.00
1500 lb
Model 736DAR Bedside commode w/ right drop arm, left arm fixed
736DAR
$585.00

Where to buy bedside commodes ?

Once you have sorted out which bedside commode you wish to buy, you may find these articles of help –

“Where To Buy A Bedside Commode ?”

“Where To Buy A Bariatric Commode ?”

“Where To Buy Shower Commodes ?”

“Does Walmart Carry Bedside Commodes ?”

Used bedside commodes near me

There exist quite a few  resources for used, and even free used medical equipment, including bedside commodes.

The places to start looking are  –

  • your state Assistive Technology Program
  • reuse, recycling and refurbishing centers
  • community medical equipment loan or lending closets
  • medical equipment suppliers
  • thrift stores
  • Goodwill stores
  • Salvation Army stores
  • Freecycle.org
  • Nextdoor.com
  • Craigslist
  • UsedHME.com
  • Facebook selling groups
  • BuyNothingproject.org
  • local churches and faith groups

 

Your state Assistive Technology Program is a very good place to start.

State Assistive Technology Programs

In all states across the US, have an Assistive Technology Program.

The programs have been designed to improve access to assistive devices (including durable medical equipment) in the home, primarily for the elderly and the disabled.

There may be eligibility requirements, such as financial need, and the equipment may be new or used.

 

Most state Assistive Technology Programs have  –

 

  • a main website, where you can make contact and ask about how to get access to medical equipment, and what the eligibility requirements are
  • reuse and refurbishment programs which are run by the state program, or partnered with  community groups to help them provide free or extremely low cost equipment
  • medical equipment loan closets

 

Assistive Technology Programs will also notify individuals who enroll with them, when equipment they require becomes available.

One bonus with the equipment on Assistive Technology Programs, which has gone through their system to be re-distributed, is that if it is used, it should have been refurbished and checked for safety.

You can find out about this on your state assistive technology program website.

To see what projects are in your state, click here.

Step 1/

Pick your state on the map or the drop-down menu, and click on “Go to state”

– I chose Florida for this example

 

 

Step 2/

Click on the link “Program Title” – for my example, I outlined it in red.

 

Step 3/

The AT Program state website will come up, and you can sign up, or use their contact info.

 

Used medical equipment suppliers near me

 

This is not going to be the cheapest source for finding used medical equipment such as bedside commodes, but it should be in a good state of repair when you buy it.

You should find a better quality of equipment than you will in a thrift store with no refurbishment program.

To find used equipment suppliers near you, just do an internet search, and you will get results from Yelp and other sites with lots of listings.

Used medical equipment loan closets near me

 

Medical Equipment Loan Closets offer new or gently used, equipment on either temporary or long term loan, or both, and in general it is done for free.

Loan closets ask for a deposit, which you get back on return of the equipment, and it is typically very little money.

Loan closets are often run by  –

  • volunteers for the town or village
  • senior centers
  • nonprofit organizations
  • churches have independent loan closets for the community
  • religious charities such as The Society of Vincent De Paul, or UMC
  • American Legion Posts
  • VFW
  • Lions Clubs
  • Rotary Clubs
  • Elk lodges

 

Medical equipment loan closets are often also called –

 

  • medical equipment lending libraries
  • community loan closets
  • assistive technology lending libraries
  • lending libraries
  • medical equipment banks

 

To locate a medical equipment loan closet in near you, first have a look on the internet.

If you don’t find anything, you can contact these different administrations and ask if they know of one –

 

  • your local Area Agency on Aging
  • your town council human services
  • your town or municipal senior services department
  • public senior centers near you
  • established religious charities
  • local churches and faith groups

Medical equipment recycling and refurbishing centers near me

 

Very often these centers work with their state AT programs, but it is not always the case, and you will find used bedside commodes and all kinds of other durable medical equipment there.

In most cases, if it is not free, the equipment is not expensive, and it should have been checked to make sure that it is still in working order and safe, and fixed if it wasn’t.

To find those in your area, I would contact your local Area Agency On Aging, and find out whom they recommend.

Area Agencies On Aging are contracted by the state or county to help look after the needs and services for the elderly and their caregivers, so they are there to support you, and will give good unbiased advice.

Thrift Stores near me

 

Another source of used medical equipment is Thrift Stores, but do remember you are buying the equipment in the condition that you find it,  unless you are buying from Goodwill or The Salvation Army, the equipment probably has not been refurbished, and there is usually a disclaimer if there are problems with the equipment, or even accidents from using it.

Not all stores have used medical equipment, especially those which are more clothing and jewelry boutique style stores, so contact them first.

If you want to find a Thrift Store in your area, just do a search on the internet, with your location + “Thrift Stores”. This will bring up all the stores in your area.

You can then either call the stores to see if they have used medical equipment, or look on their website, or Facebook Page – I have done a huge amount of research on this, and I have found that if the stores don’t have a website they often have a Facebook Page.

 

Used medical equipment near me ?

 

Finding equipment on online listings and groups

 

Online listings have lots of used medical free medical equipment posted on them.

When you use online listings and groups, you will be able to make your searches as local as you want, allowing you to get results for free equipment near to you.

 

Important points to remember –

  • the quality of the equipment you are going to find is not guaranteed to be great, and if it is faulty you don’t have any recourse, you will be accepting it for free in the condition that you find it
  • always pick up your free equipment with a friend – you know nothing about the person, people, you are meeting
  • don’t have the items brought to your home (especially if an elderly adult lives there)  – meet up somewhere local, such as a mall car park

 

Here are the online listings and groups where you can find used medical equipment –

  • Craigslist online listing
  • ebay.com
  • UsedHME.com
  • Freecycle.org
  • Nextdoor.com
  • Facebook Groups and Facebook Marketplace
  • Buynothingproject.org

I’m Gareth, the author and owner of Looking After Mom and Dad.com

I have been a caregiver for over 10 yrs and share all my tips here.

Gareth Williams

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