Free Medical Equipment in Kansas

By Maurice

If you’re looking for free medical equipment for seniors in Kansas, you’re in the right place!This page is a complete resource for free medical equipment for the elderly in the state of Kansas.Check out the resources below, and if you have a resource to add, please contact us!

Map of Free Medical Equipment in Kansas

List of Free Medical Equipment in Kansas

University of Kansas – Assistive Technology for Kansans (ATK): ATK Loan

Program Description:

Assistive Technology for Kansans (ATK) is coordinated by the University of Kansas and activities are guided by an Advisory Council of technology users and state agency representatives. 

ATK strives to improve access to and acquisition of assistive technology (AT) for individuals with disabilities and health conditions of all ages.

ATK provides four core services:

1. 1Device demonstration,
2. 2Short-term equipment loan,
3. 3AT reuse,
4. 4Assistance in determining funding eligibility for both new and used technologies.

ATK has equipment for short-term loan so people with disabilities or health conditions, and others can determine if a device meets their needs.

• Service Area:Kansas
• Type of Medical Equipment: Assistive technology in the categories of:

1. 1Vision,
2. 2Hearing,
3. 3Speech communication,
4. 4Computer access,
5. 5Daily living,
6. 6Mobility positioning and seating,
7. 7Vehicle modifications,
8. 8Environmental modifications,
9. 9Recreation and sports, and
10. 10Learning, organization and memory.

• Accepts medical equipment donations? No
• Provides free medical equipment to United States individuals? Yes
• Audience served:

• individuals with disabilities and health conditions of all ages

• Other Details: n/a

1. 1Equipment can be borrowed from the ATK Equipment Loan System for up to four weeks. A smaller inventory of devices is available from the regional AT Access Sites. The program has limited funding for equipment purchases and shipping. You can help ATK serve more people by picking up a device whenever possible or by making a contribution toward shipping and/or acquisition of new inventory.

• Sources:

• ATK Core Services | Assistive Technology for Kansas
• Kansas ATK Equipment Loan

University of Kansas – Assistive Technology for Kansans (ATK): ATK-KEE (Kansas Equipment Exchange) Reuse

Program Description:

Assistive Technology for Kansans (ATK) is coordinated by the University of Kansas and activities are guided by an Advisory Council of technology users and state agency representatives. 

ATK strives to improve access to and acquisition of assistive technology (AT) for individuals with disabilities and health conditions of all ages.

Through ATK-KEE Reuse, eligible Kansans can get quality, refurbished durable medical equipment such as manual and power wheelchairs, patient lifts, electric and semi-electric hospital beds, shower chairs, communication devices and other health devices.

ATK accepts donations of durable medical equipment for ATK-KEE Reuse but other assistive technology devices can be donated to the ATK Reuse program. ATK partners with local and regional loan closets across the state to help Kansans with disabilities access a wide range of equipment.

• Service Area:Kansas
• Type of Medical Equipment: Assistive technology in the categories of:

1. 1Bath benches,
2. 2Bi-paps,
3. 3C-paps,
4. 4Commodes,
5. 5Feeding pumps,
6. 6Gait trainers,

1. 7Hospital bed and related accessories,
2. 8Nebulizers,
3. 9Oxygen concentrators,
4. 10Patient lifts,
5. 11Scooters,
6. 12Shower chairs, 

1. 13Standers,
2. 14Strollers,
3. 15Walkers,
4. 16Wheelchairs and related accessories,
5. 17Low Vision Devices.

• Accepts medical equipment donations? Yes
• Provides free medical equipment to United States individuals? Yes
• Audience served:

• individuals with disabilities and health conditions of all ages

• Other Details: n/a

• Sources:

• ATK Available Reuse Equipment
• Get a refurbished device from KEE Reuse or donate equipment you no longer need.

University of Kansas – Assistive Technology for Kansans (ATK): Kansas Telecommunications Access Program (KS TAP)

Program Description:

Assistive Technology for Kansans (ATK) is coordinated by the University of Kansas and activities are guided by an Advisory Council of technology users and state agency representatives. 

ATK strives to improve access to and acquisition of assistive technology (AT) for individuals with disabilities and health conditions of all ages.

The Kansas Telecommunications Access Program (KS TAP) is an equipment distribution program. The purpose of the program is to provide specialized telephones and other telecommunications devices to Kansans with disabilities who can’t use traditional home telephones. TAP gives specialized equipment free to those that qualify. Based on a state law, the program receives funds through the Kansas Universal Service Fund (KUSF) and is regulated by the Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC).

• Service Area:Kansas
• Type of Medical Equipment: Assistive technology in the categories of:

1. 1Adapted telephones and signalers & accessories,
2. 2Smartphones & Tablets.

• Accepts medical equipment donations? No
• Provides free medical equipment to United States individuals? Yes
• Audience served:

• Kansas residents with existing telephone service and income below $55,000 per year who also have trouble hearing, seeing, speaking, remembering, walking, or holding a telephone

• Other Details: n/a

1. 1Call 1-800-526-3648 to contact your regional Assistive Technology Access Site for Kansas TAP information.
2. 2Applications are available online and completed applications can be sent by mail or fax to:ATK – TAP2601 GabrielParsons, KS 67357FAX: 620-421-0954.3
3. 3The Disability Certification section on page 3 of the Equipment Application needs to be completed by a licensed professional. The following professionals may complete this section for you depending on your disability: audiologist, ophthalmologist, optometrist, physician, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, speech pathologist, or vocational rehabilitation counselor.
4. 4You can apply for new equipment every four years. You may reapply earlier if your disability or health condition changes and different equipment is necessary. A statement from your certifying professional is required documenting this change.
5. 5TAP staff will order the equipment and have it shipped directly to your home or a person you designate to receive it.

• Sources:

• Applications | Assistive Technology for Kansans

Independence Inc. – Equipment Loan Bank Program

Program Description:

Since 1978, Independence, Inc. has served as a resource in Lawrence and Northeast Kansas through our mission to maximize the independence of people with disabilities through advocacy, peer support, training, transportation and community education.

The Equipment Loan Program provides loans and donations of recycled durable medical equipment at low or no cost to the public. Each item has a suggested donation amount, but no one is turned away because of lack of ability to pay.

• Service Area:Lawrence and Northeast Kansas
• Type of Medical Equipment:  

• Accepts medical equipment donations? Yes
• Provides free medical equipment to United States individuals? Yes
• Audience served:

• Other Details: n/a

Independent Living Resource Center – Medical Equipment Recycling Network (MERN).

Program Description:

Independent Living Resource Center operates the Medical Equipment Recycling Network (MERN). 

MERN offers new and gently-used equipment to those who need it, thanks to the generous donations of hospitals, medical equipment suppliers, private agencies and individuals. We rely on donations and do not receive funding for this critical service.

• Service Area:Wichita area
• Type of Medical Equipment:  

• Accepts medical equipment donations? Yes
• Provides free medical equipment to United States individuals? Yes
• Audience served:

• Other Details: n/a

1. 1Donations are accepted and equipment is loaned at ILRC, 3033 W. 2nd St. North, between 8 am – 12pm and between 1pm – 4 pm.
2. 2To request a piece of equipment from MERN, call 316-942-6300 Ext.209 or contact us by email. Please contact us in advance to check on the availability of the item you need.

OCCK, Inc. – Statewide Equipment Loan ATK (“Try Before You Buy”)

Program Description:

The Solution Outreach Center at OCCK, Inc. is one of five Assistive Technology Access Sites in Kansas, which are part of the Assistive Technology for Kansans (ATK) Project.

The Solution Outreach Center at OCCK operates the Statewide Equipment Loan System for the Assistive Technology for Kansans (ATK) Project, which has equipment for short-term loan so people with disabilities or health conditions, service providers, employers, educators, and others can determine if a device meets their needs.

Equipment can be borrowed from the ATK Equipment Loan System for up to four weeks. A small inventory of devices is available from the regional AT Access Sites.

• Service Area:Smith, Jewell, Republic, Washington, Marshall, Nemaha, Osborne, Mitchell, Cloud, Clay, Riley, Pottawatomie, Russell, Lincoln, Ottawa, Geary, Wabaunsee, Ellsworth, Saline, Dickinson, Morris and McPherson counties
• Type of Medical Equipment:  

• Accepts medical equipment donations? No
• Provides free medical equipment to United States individuals? Yes
• Audience served:

• Other Details: n/a

1. 1Complements the entry: University of Kansas – Assistive Technology for Kansans (ATK): ATK Loan

• Sources:

• Assistive Technology | The Solutions Outreach Center, OCCK, Inc.

Three Rivers Inc. Center for Independent Living

Program Description:

Three Rivers Inc is a non-profit 501(c)3 corporation headquartered in Wamego KS, serving north east Kansas since 1986.

• Service Area:Northeast Kansas
• Type of Medical Equipment:  

• Accepts medical equipment donations? Yes
• Provides free medical equipment to United States individuals? Yes
• Audience served:

• Other Details: n/a

1. 1To make a tax-deductible equipment or monetary donation, please contact:Kathleen Cessna, Receptionist (785) 456-9915

• Sources:

• Medical Equipment Loan Program

Witchita Medical Loan Closet (MLC)

Program Description:

The Medical Loan Closet of Wichita serves the community by loaning Durable Medical Equipment to the underserved and individuals who have issues with their insurance.

The primary source of the DME comes from Wichita and the surrounding area.

• Service Area:the greater Wichita area
• Type of Medical Equipment:  

• Accepts medical equipment donations? Yes
• Provides free medical equipment to United States individuals? No
• Audience served:

• Other Details: n/a

1. 1When the DME is received, it is inspected, cleaned and repaired when needed, then placed in the revolving inventory.
2. 2There is a modest processing fee of generally $5 to $25 based on the size of the DME. This is a one time donation fee that you pay.
3. 3You can keep the equipment as long as you need it and we ask that you return it to us so we can provide it to someone else.

• Sources:

• Medical Equipment Borrowers | Medical Loan Closet
• We take donations – Medical Loan Closet
• Medical Loan Closet – Facebook

Accessibility Medical – Recycle & Reuse Program

Program Description:

• Service Area:Kansas City region
• Type of Medical Equipment:  

• Accepts medical equipment donations? Yes
• Provides free medical equipment to United States individuals? No
• Audience served:

• Other Details: n/a

First United Methodist Church – The Medical Loan Closet of Southcentral Kansas

Program Description:

• Service Area:Cowley County
• Type of Medical Equipment: Please call 620.221.2700 for information 

• Accepts medical equipment donations? Yes
• Provides free medical equipment to United States individuals? Yes
• Audience served:

• uninsured and others in need

• Other Details: The address of the Medical Loan Closet is 501 Harter (Harter & 5th Ave., just west of William Newton Hospital), Winfield, KS 67156.

• Sources:

• The Medical Loan – Winfield First United Methodist Church | Facebook

Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging (JAAA) – Donate Medical Equipment

Program Description:

JAAA provides information, referral and services for older Kansans and their caregivers residing in Shawnee, Jefferson and Douglas Counties.

By becoming a Guardian Angel of JAAA you can help seniors who need dental cleanings, supplies or medical equipment they cannot afford, or provide respite care to a caregiver in need of a break.

• Service Area:Shawnee, Jefferson and Douglas Counties
• Type of Medical Equipment:  

• Accepts medical equipment donations? Yes
• Provides free medical equipment to United States individuals? n/a
• Audience served:

• Other Details: No information found about the price for equipment loan. Check with them. Having in mind they work with “seniors who need dental cleanings, supplies or medical equipment they cannot afford”, it might be free.

• Sources:

• Donations | Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging

Capper Foundation – Equipment Loan Bank

Program Description:

The John K. Knoll Mobility Bank, named in honor of former Chairman of The Capper Board of Trustees, was established in 1996 to loan mobility equipment to any individual, any age, in need in our community. 

The bank includes items such as, wheelchairs, crutches, walkers, canes, shower benches, stool risers, and commodes.

• Service Area:Kansas
• Type of Medical Equipment:  

• Accepts medical equipment donations? No
• Provides free medical equipment to United States individuals? Yes
• Audience served:

• Kansans with disabilities

• Other Details: n/a

1. 1No price information found on their website. It is on your list of Free wheelchairs, free mobility scooters, and other free mobility aids in Kansas.
2. 2they have offices in Topeka, El Dorado and Winfield.

Prairie Independent Living Resource Center (PILR) – Loan Closet

Program Description:

PILR has durable medical equipment available to loan to people. Some available equipment may include toilet seat risers, walkers, wheelchairs, commodes, shower chairs, canes, video magnifiers, etc.

We also take donations of gently used equipment. The equipment is loaned to individuals, for a small application fee*, and is available as long as there is a need. All equipment is not available at all times; please contact our offices for equipment availability. PILR also has limited personal hygiene items available in the Hutchinson Office.

• Service Area:Harvey, McPherson, Reno, Pratt, Kingman, Harper, Barber, Kiowa, Clark, Stafford, Edwards, Ness, Hodgeman, Comanche, and Ford counties
• Type of Medical Equipment:  

• Accepts medical equipment donations? Yes
• Provides free medical equipment to United States individuals? No
• Audience served:

• Other Details: n/a

1. 1If you or someone you know has durable medical equipment to donate please contact your local PILR office or send an email to mhayes@pilr.org.
2. 2Application fee is $5 each for most items, $25 for powered items (Power chairs or scooters).
3. 3They have offices in Pratt, Dodge City and Newton.

• Sources:

• About – Prairie Independent Living Resource Center (PILR)