Medical Equipment
Annette Heilman
Bentas, Scott (LEO)
Hi,
Try the Disability Network of Eastern Michigan:
Disability Network Eastern Michigan | DNEM | Your Path to Independence Starts Here
They have a medical equipment loan closet.
Scott Bentas
Rehabilitation Services Coordinator, BS, CBSP (he/him/his)
Southeastern Division/Macomb District
Michigan Rehabilitation Services
Office of Employment and Training
Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity
43630 Hayes Road, Suite 120
Clinton Township, MI 48038
Main: (586) 412-1510
Work Cell: (586) 942-5452
Fax: (586) 412-1508
Email: ben...@michigan.gov
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Anderson, Jill (DHHS)
Free Medical Supplies in Detroit, MI
If you need free or low-cost medical supplies in Detroit, there are several reputable programs and organizations that can help, especially for low-income, uninsured, or underinsured residents.
1. World Medical Relief – Michigan
- Services: Affordable prescriptions, diabetes supplies, hygiene kits, blankets, and Durable Medical Equipment (DME) such as canes, walkers, hospital beds, and tub benches.
- Eligibility: Low-income, uninsured, or underinsured Michigan residents (18+).
- Cost: Small handling fee for most items; some items like prescriptions are $8.30 plus shipping or pickup.
- Contact: 313‑866‑5333 or email gethel...@worldmedicalrelief.org World Medical Relief.
2. Great Lakes Loan Closets
- Services: Directory of Michigan, Wisconsin, Northern Indiana, and Northern Illinois loan closets that lend medical equipment for minimal or no cost.
- Equipment: Wheelchairs, walkers, canes, crutches, shower chairs, bedside commodes, hospital beds, electric wheelchairs, and more.
- Tip: Call ahead to confirm availability, as inventory changes quickly Great Lakes Loan Closets.
3. Local Medical Equipment Providers
- Hart Medical Equipment – Offers thousands of home medical products for all ages and disabilities, including walkers, canes, hospital beds, and more.
- Shan Medical Equipment – Provides home medical equipment and assistive technology.
- Binson’s Home Health Care – Supplies medical equipment and assistive technology for all ages and disabilities findhelp.org.
4. Wayne County Free Resources
- Medical Supplies & Health Products – Through Henry Ford SandCastles, some locations may offer free or low-cost medical supplies.
- Medicaid Assistance – If you qualify, Medicaid can provide free medical equipment, cell phones, Life Alert systems, and other goods Need Help Paying Bills.
5. National & State Programs
- Goodwill Home Medical Equipment Program – Refurbished home medical equipment for all, no prescriptions or income limits Seniors Mobility.
How to Get Help
- Call or email the organizations above to confirm eligibility and availability.
- For loan closets, check the Great Lakes Loan Closets directory for Detroit-area lenders.
- If you have unused medical equipment, consider donating to these programs to help others.
These resources can provide everything from basic hygiene supplies to major medical equipment, so it’s worth contacting multiple organizations to find the best fit for your needs.
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