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Equipment Upcycling

Technology is constantly evolving, bringing about innovations that enhance our lives in numerous ways.

 

However, this rapid progression often leaves us with old, outdated devices that we no longer use.

An estimated $765 billon worth of usable condition adaptive equipment ends up in landfills everyday.

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Approximately 6.8 million Americans rely on the use of adaptive equipment to help them live more independently.

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Only 5-35% depending on their geographic location of people who need a wheelchair; have access to one.

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Ways to Service and Recycle Equipment

Beyond environmental concerns, there are ethical aspects to recycling assistive technology. Many individuals rely heavily on these devices for daily living activities.

 

By ethically disposing of old assistive technology, we ensure that these tools are repurposed responsibly, benefiting others in need.

01

Research Local Programs

  • Kansas Equipment Exchange

  • Global Samaritan Resources

  • Joseph Thomas Foundation

02

Contact Manufacturers

Here are some most frequent and common manufactures:

  • Pride Mobility Products

  • Sunrise Medical

  • Numotion​

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03

Donate to Charitable Organizations

  • Project Mend

  • Salvation Army 

  • Lions Club

04

Participate in Trade in Programs

  • Texas Technology Access Program (TTAP)

  • Project MEND

  • GotDME?

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