GET EQUIPMENT
The Meyer Medical Equipment Center (MMEC) provides medical and mobility equipment to anyone in need on a donate-what-you-can basis, without eligibility requirements or an application process for most items.
If you have a disability–whether long or short term–and would like to obtain equipment, we invite you to visit our warehouse. Our experienced staff will be happy to discuss your needs, assist with selection and fitting, and send you home with the equipment you need to safely and comfortably navigate your community and home.
How it works
USE AND REDONATE
Keep your item for as long as you need it, then bring it back so it can help the next person in need.
Application for Motorized Mobility Equipment
(FOR THOSE WHO ARE UNABLE TO MAKE DONATION)
Frequently, we receive requests for power wheelchairs or scooters from individuals, advocates, medical personnel, and others looking for power equipment for a user who has limited or no financial means from which to contribute toward the cost of this expensive equipment. Because the need is greater than we can fulfill, we have developed a process to assist us in providing power mobility equipment at low to no cost for 2-4 people per month – depending on the type of equipment and the funds available.
Preparing for your visit
Get the most out of your visit to the MMEC by learning more about the equipment we offer, filling out our forms, and making sure you understand our policies.
1. Available Equipment
The MMEC offers a wide variety of equipment, including:
| Walkers | Lifts |
| Canes | CPAP machines |
| Hospital beds | Grab bars |
| Wheelchairs * | Crutches |
| Shower chairs | And more |
Because most of our equipment is donated, our stock varies widely from week to week. The above items in regular sizes are available most of the time. To check special sizes and/or specialized equipment or to confirm availability, please call (425) 628-1751 or email us.
* Electric wheelchairs, mobility scooters, and other motorized equipment
We have a short application process for motorized items. Please email us and our staff will be happy to explain the application to you.
2. Place Your Request
Email us and we’ll have your order ready once we confirm availability. Please allow 48 hours for us to get back to you. Once confirmed, we hold equipment for up to three (3) business days. Unclaimed holds will be released after three (3) business days.
Often the fastest way to get equipment is to come visit our center in Redmond.
3. Get your items
ARRANGING DELIVERY
If your item is too large for you to fit in a vehicle or if are picking up a large number of items, and live within our delivery radius, then we can deliver your equipment. We deliver as far west as West Seattle, as far east as Duvall/Issaquah, as far south as Kent/Federal Way, and as far north as Edmonds/Mill Creek. Delivery is mostly done by our dedicated volunteers. Please note that it may be several weeks before the next available delivery appointment.
Visiting the MMEC
Anyone in need of equipment is welcome to visit our center in Redmond.
REDMOND
- 15411 NE 95th St, Redmond, WA 98052
- (425) 628-1751
- Mon-Thu: 9:30 am to 5:00 pm | Friday: Closed
4. Making your donation
We ask that people taking equipment home from the MMEC make a donation to help us cover the cost of cleaning, repairing, stocking, and storing the item. Each item has a suggested donation amount attached, but we encourage everyone to donate an amount that they can comfortably give. No one is ever turned away for lack of funds.
Making a donation when you pick up your equipment helps us keep the MMEC’s shelves stocked and doors open. Whether you give the full suggested donation or can only afford a lesser amount, we appreciate your support.
5. Maintaining and returning your equipment
MAINTENANCE
You are responsible for the ongoing maintenance of your item, including safe storage and replacing batteries.
RETURNING EQUIPMENT
You’re welcome to use the equipment for as long as you need it, but in order to help as many people as possible, we ask that all items obtained from the MMEC be returned when no longer needed.
