Cook County Council on Aging – The Hub Medical Equipment Loan Closet is a Minnesota donation resource in Cook County that accepts qualifying medical, mobility, or assistive equipment for reuse. Examples documented for this program include walkers, canes, commodes, shower chairs, wheelchairs, and other donated durable medical supplies. Donated equipment should generally be clean, safe, and in usable condition. The Hub loans donated equipment subject to availability; call before bringing equipment to confirm current needs. This is a specialized donation option rather than a general household-goods outlet, so executors should separate qualifying health and mobility items from the rest of an estate before delivery.

For executors and families clearing a residence, a medical-equipment reuse program can keep useful equipment in circulation while providing an appropriate local destination for items that many ordinary thrift stores will not accept. Save a trip! Call first to confirm hours and that they are accepting what you’re bringing.