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The Oakland site is UNABLE to accept: toilet rails, non-folding commodes, two-wheel walkers, crutches, bed rails, all boots and braces, ice machines, sock aids, large cushions, waffle mattresses/cushions, gait belts, and catheters.
The Oakland site IS ABLE to accept: shower chairs/stools and transfer benches, foldable commodes, and all "always accepted" items.
Wheelchairs and transport chairs (with feet)
Rollators (four-wheel walkers)
Knee scooters
Canes and grabbers
Bathroom transfer benches
Toilet riser seats
Mobility aid accessories
Floor-to-ceiling poles (with all parts)
Blood pressure machines and oxygen monitors
Diapers, pads, chucks (bed pads), and other incontinence supplies
Disposable gloves
Wipes and other unopened hygiene products
Wound care supplies
Nutritional supplements
Diabetic supplies
Prescription medications
IV fluids, syringes, and needles
Walking boots and heel protectors
Tube feeding supplies
Ostomy supplies
Tracheostomy and suctioning supplies
Respiratory supplies (CPAP machines/supplies, oxygen tubing, etc)
Bedding, clothes, and other linens
Mattresses
IV poles
Transfer sheets and Hoyer slings
Beds, lifts, standers, electric/power chairs, scooters, and other equipment we do not have space for (but see our Large DME referral system here)
Broken and/or rusty items
Non-medical equipment and supplies
These items are occasionally accepted depending on current inventory, available space, and demand.
Knee/back/arm/leg/other braces, boots, and other orthotics
Two-wheel walkers
Crutches
Shower chairs (small chairs are generally always accepted; larger ones are dependent on current space)
Toilet rails and commodes (folding commodes are typically accepted; rigid commodes are dependent on current space)
Bed rails
Sock aids
Gait belts
Large cushions
Catheters
Waffle mattresses/cushions
Ice machines (with all parts, including the power cord)
Ensure your items are accepted by reviewing the above lists. Double-check that your donations are clean and in working condition, with all parts accounted for (e.g. feet for wheelchairs, power cords).
Each site has its own open hours. Check out our location information page here.
Please note that dropping off items when we are not open is considered illegal dumping and jeopardizes our operations.
No appointment needed - just show up during our open hours! A volunteer will confirm that we can accept your items and help unload your car if needed. We can provide a donation receipt on request.
We have limited space to store items, and occasionally have to reject items due to lack of space. Our on-site volunteers will make a final decision on what we can and cannot accept each week.
Although we are unable to accept large items like hospital beds, power chairs, stair lifts, and long ramps at our sites, we have developed a referral system so you can connect with people in the Bay Area who are in need of these items. You can learn more about this system and list an item on our Large DME page.
Supporting our work
While we receive our inventory for free, we still have operational costs to cover, such as rent for our sites. If you are able to, please consider donating to offset our costs. Without financial support, we are unable to continue our work. You can donate through PayPal/credit card here or by cash/check at our sites.