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Returning requipment and aids

Have you or a loved one used equipment to help stay independent at home that you no longer need?

Help your local NHS and social care services help others by returning equipment.

They lose thousands of pounds each year due to missing equipment. All items returned will be assessed, safety tested and either repaired and reused or stripped down for recycling.

It might equipment that's been used longer-term, or for a short period after being discharged from hospital.

Medequip Community Equipment Service provide equipment on behalf of North Yorkshire Council and the NHS.

What equipment might you have?

  • Perching stools
  • Raised toilet seats
  • Pressure cushions
  • Toilet frames
  • Trolleys
  • Adjustable walking sticks
  • Crutches
  • Chair raisers
  • Commodes
  • Bed lever
  • Wheeled adjustable frames

How to arrange a free collection

For equipment no longer needed, can arrange a free collection to recycle and help others in need. To find out more:

Phone Medequip on 01423 226240

Email north.yorks@medequip-uk.com

How to recycle

Wanting to recycle? Find your local drop-off location