Did you know that July 15th is National Give Something Away Day? While many of us think about donating clothing, books, or household items, gently used medical equipment is often one of the most needed (and most overlooked) donations. Items like walkers, wheelchairs, shower chairs, and canes can make a meaningful difference for older adults and caregivers facing unexpected health challenges or financial hardship. Before you toss that unused equipment in the garage or basement, consider how it could help someone in your community stay safe, independent, and connected. In this post, we’ll explore where you can donate gently used medical equipment and how your donation can improve someone’s quality of life.
Ann Arbor
- Ann Arbor Host Lions Club (734) 786-7303
- Accepts:
- Eyeglasses
- Hearing aids
- Drop off locations are available in Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti. Visit their website to see the complete list of locations.
- Accepts:
- Bethlehem United Church of Christ (734) 665-6149
- Accepts:
- Bath chairs
- Canes
- Walkers
- Wheelchairs
- Accepts:
- Disability Network Washtenaw Monroe Livingston (734) 971-0277
(Previously Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living)- Accepts:
- Bathtub transfer chairs
- Bedside commodes
- Canes
- Rollator walkers
- Shower chairs
- Walkers
- Wheelchairs
- Accepts:
- Michigan Medicine (734) 764-6777
- Accepts donations of medical supplies and equipment on a case-by-case basis. Call for more information.
- Michigan Medicine Hope for Hearing Program
- This hearing aid recycling program allows Michigan Medicine to collect gently used hearing aids and refurbish them for distribution in the Hope at UMHS Clinic. Donors receive a letter of acknowledgement for tax purposes.
- Accepts:
- The Hope for Hearing program accepts hearing aids of any make or model, regardless of age. Behind-the-ear hearing aids in working condition are cleaned, refurbished, and refitted.
- Donate by packaging hearing aids and mailing to:
Hearing Aid Donations
U-M Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
1500 E. Medical Center Dr.
1904 Taubman Center, SPC 5312
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5312
- Packard Health (Main) (734) 971-1073
- Accepts:
- Bedside commodes
- Blood pressure monitors
- Canes
- New and very gently used durable medical equipment
- Shower chairs/benches
- Walkers Wheelchairs
- Must call center or contact [email protected] before donating
- Accepts:
Chelsea
- Faith in Action (Chelsea) (734) 475-3305
- Accepts:
- Bedside commodes
- Canes
- Crutches
- Shower chairs/benches
- Walkers
- Accepts:
Milan
- Milan Seniors for Healthy Living (734) 508-6229
- Has a medical loan closet on-site. Call to ask about donations.
Northfield Twp
- Northfield Township Community Center (734) 449-2295
- Accepts:
- Canes
- Crutches
- Toilet seats
- Transport chairs
- Shower chairs
- Walkers
- Wheelchairs
- Accepts:
Saline
- Saline American Legion (734) 429-7310
- Accepts:
- Bed rails
- Canes
- Crutches
- Commodes
- Shower chairs
- Walkers
- Wheelchairs
- Accepts:
- Saline First United Methodist Church (734) 429-4730
- Accepts:
- Bedside commodes
- Crutches
- Shower seats
- Walkers
- Walking boots
- Wheelchairs (manual)
- Accepts:
Ypsilanti
- Hope Clinic (734) 484-2989
- Accepts:
- Automatic blood pressure machines
- Blood pressure cuffs
- Safety Needles of all sizes with or without syringes
- Sealed medications (no narcotics or other scheduled medications)
- Tylenol Extra Strength
- Wal-Mart, Relion, Kroger brand, and Care Touch glucometers and test strips
- Click here for more information
- Medical donations must be approved by calling 734) 481-0111 ext. 108. Walk-in donations not accepted.
- Accepts:
Ypsilanti Township
- Ypsilanti Township Senior Center (734) 544-3800
- Has a medical loan closet on-site. Call to ask about donations.
Visit our blog post here for information on how to safely dispose of medication.