[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Title\/Intro\/Answer” _builder_version=”4.16″ locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Intro and Answer” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n
Have you got a transport chair that you no longer use ? Donating it to any number of organizations, or person to person online, can make a great difference to someone else’s life.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n You have lots of options for donating “gently used” transport chairs –\u00a0 State Assistive Technology Projects, state online equipment exchanges, reuse centers, community loan closets (state and local), Bikur Cholim, non-profit charities, thrift stores, medical equipment refurbishment projects, faith based organizations, local churches,<\/b> senior centers and veterans centers, or online on classified listing websites and social media platforms with marketplaces.<\/b><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.17.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_toggle title=”Contents Overview & Quicklinks” open=”on” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” body_ul_font=”||||||||” body_ul_text_color=”#59bdd6″ border_radii=”on|10px|10px|10px|10px” border_width_all=”2px” border_color_all=”#0b00ea” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n Donating transport chairs and other used medical equipment to State Assistive Technology Programs<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Donating transport chair to refurbishing and reuse Centers<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Donating transport chairs to Centers for Independent Living<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Donating transport chairs to Loan Closets<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n National and international organizations which accept durable medical equipment donations<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n Online listing sites where you can donate medical equipment near you<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Donating transport chairs in your neighborhood\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Organizations near you which may know where to donate transport chairs<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Reasons why your transport chairs may not be accepted<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Tax deductions<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.17.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Intro and Answer” module_id=”donatetransatprogram” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n State Assistive Technology Programs (AT Programs) <\/strong><\/p>\n State Assistive Technology Programs (AT Programs) are designed to improve access for low income individuals and families, the disabled, and the elderly, to assistive technology devices, which includes durable medical equipment.<\/span><\/p>\n If you want to learn how to donate to your State AT Program website, just select your state from the lists below.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”The lists of States” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n Alabama<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Alaska<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Arizona<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Arkansas<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n California<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Colorado<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Connecticut<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Delaware<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Florida<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Georgia<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Hawaii<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Idaho<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Illinois<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Indiana<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Iowa<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Kansas<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Kentucky<\/strong><\/a><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n Louisiana<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Maine<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Maryland<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Massachusetts<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Michigan<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Minnesota<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Mississippi<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Missouri<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Montana<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Nebraska<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Nevada<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n New Hampshire<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n New Jersey<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n New Mexico<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n New York<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n North Carolina<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n North Dakota<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n Ohio<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Oklahoma<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Oregon<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Pennsylvania<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Rhode Island<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n South Carolina<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n South Dakota<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Tennessee<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Texas<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Utah<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Vermont<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Virginia<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Washington<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n West Virginia<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Wisconsin<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Wyoming<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n District of Columbia<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text module_id=”donatetransrefurbishing” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n If you decide to donate your transport chair to a medical equipment refurbishment or reuse center, it’s worth knowing that both typically have programs established for the redistribution of donated items to individuals in need.<\/span><\/p>\n Refurbishment and reuse centers are typically run by non-profit organizations, and the costs are kept low so that the items can be offered, or sold, for the lowest price possible.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text module_id=”donatetransindependent” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n I would encourage people to donate their durable medical equipment to Centers for Independent Living, as many of them operate loan closets that cater to the needs of their disabled members.<\/span><\/p>\n “A Center for Independent Living\u00a0 are – Designed and operated by individuals with disabilities, Centers for Independent Living (CILs) provide independent living services for people with disabilities. CILs are at the core of ACL’s independent living programs, which work to support community living and independence for people with disabilities across the nation based on the belief that all people can live with dignity, make their own choices, and participate fully in society. These programs provide tools, resources, and supports for integrating people with disabilities fully into their communities to promote equal opportunities, self-determination, and respect.”<\/em><\/em><\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Source : https:\/\/acl.gov\/programs\/aging-and-disability-networks\/centers-independent-living<\/p>\n To locate a Center for Independent Living<\/span> near you, go here website<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.17.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.17.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text module_id=”donatetransloancloset” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n Medical equipment loan closets<\/strong> provide another wonderful opportunity to donate new or gently used durable medical equipment, and to help other people. The loan closets will normally lend durable medical equipment to any community members who need it.<\/span><\/p>\n Donating to loan closets means your transport chair will, in most cases, be loaned out at no cost.<\/span><\/p>\n Loan closets can be vast or small operations, with some operated across an entire state, while others are run for the local community by a handful of dedicated volunteers working out of small improvised spaces.<\/span><\/p>\n You can find a loan closet near you by doing a few searches –<\/strong><\/p>\n I tend to start by looking in a few specific places –<\/p>\n <\/strong>To locate a Lions Club in your area, check out my article here – How To Find A Lions Club Near Me ? A Very Quick Illustrated Guide<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n To locate a Rotary Club in your area, check out my article here – How To Find A Rotary Club Near Me ? A Very Quick Illustrated Guide<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Bikur Cholim or Medical Equipment Gemacht –\u00a0 <\/strong>Jewish medical equipment loan closets open to, and run by, members of the Jewish community. They work on the same principle as other loan closets, to help those in their faith community in need.<\/p>\n To find one, you can ask at your local synagogue, or look here on the Chesed Match website.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n The Great Lakes Loan Closets service the residents of Michigan, Wisconsin, Northern Indiana and Northern Illinois.<\/p>\n If you live in one of the above service areas, you can donate your transport chair to one of their loan closets. The network consists of several hundred loan closets which are run by all manner of local groups, churches, senior centers, and town or village councils, and which have all been very kindly listed on one website.<\/p>\n “Loan closets typically have durable medical equipment (DME) such as wheelchairs, shower chairs, bedside commodes, walkers, crutches, canes, and high-rise toilet seats. Some may also have hospital beds or electric wheelchairs available. Each loan closet is unique, with its own set of eligibility requirements, equipment, and loan period<\/em>.” – Source – the Great Lakes Loan Closets website<\/p>\n If you wish to donate your transport chair to one of these closets, there is a locator tool on the home page of their website – https:\/\/loanclosets.org\/<\/a><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text module_id=”donatetransinter” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n To donate your transport chair, you need to locate a store near you which can do with this link – https:\/\/www.goodwill.org\/locator\/<\/a><\/a><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n To donate your transport chair, click on the following link website\u00a0 – <\/a>https:\/\/satruck.org\/<\/a><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n To locate your local affiliate, use this link – https:\/\/www.easterseals.com\/connect-locally\/<\/a><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n The website donating page is here – http:\/\/www.pqmd.org\/pillars\/donation-guidelines\/<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Donating is here – Donating transport chairs to Assistive Technology Programs<\/h2>\n
Click on your state to go to your AT program website<\/h3>\n
Donating transport chairs to Refurbishment and Reuse Centers<\/h2>\n
Donating transport chairs to Centers for Independent Living<\/h2>\n
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Donating transport chairs to Medical Equipment Loan Closets<\/h2>\n
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Great Lakes Loan Closets<\/h3>\n
National and International organizations which accept durable medical equipment donations<\/h2>\n
Goodwill<\/h4>\n
<\/span>Salvation Army<\/h4>\n
EasterSeals<\/h4>\n
The Partnership for Quality Medical Donations<\/h4>\n
Project Cure<\/h4>\n