About The Durable Medical Equipment Aid Society
The Durable Medical Equipment Aid Society is a non-profit organization that aims to provide access to durable medical equipment for people in need. The society is based in Los Angeles County and has been serving the community for many years. Thousands of people in the county have no access to wheelchairs, walkers, or other durable medical equipment that they need to recover from illnesses, surgeries, or injuries, or to cope with on-going or recurring physical disabilities.
The society's mission is to bridge this gap by providing free and low-cost durable medical equipment to those who cannot afford it. The society works with hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, and other healthcare providers in the county to identify patients who are in need of such equipment. Once identified, the society provides them with the necessary equipment at no cost or at a very low cost.
The Durable Medical Equipment Aid Society has a wide range of durable medical equipment available for those who need it. This includes wheelchairs (manual and electric), walkers (standard and rollators), crutches (underarm and forearm), canes (quad and single point), hospital beds (manual and electric), commodes (standard and bariatric), shower chairs/benches/stools/transfer benches/tub benches/raised toilet seats/grab bars/handheld showerheads/waterproof cast covers/bath mats/safety rails/toilet safety frames/bedside commodes/dressing aids/reachers/pillows/cushions/back supports/arm slings/wrist braces/knee braces/ankle braces/elbow braces/finger splints/toe splints/cervical collars/traction kits/tens units/muscle stimulators/heating pads/ice packs/wheelchair cushions/wheelchair backs/lift chairs/power scooters/power wheelchairs/ramps/stair lifts/platform lifts/car lifts/van conversions/lift gates/lifts for swimming pools/spas/hot tubs/etc.
All of these items are available either new or gently used depending on availability. The society ensures that all items are thoroughly cleaned before being provided to patients so as not only meet but exceed industry standards.
In addition to providing free or low-cost durable medical equipment directly through its own channels, The Durable Medical Equipment Aid Society also partners with other organizations throughout Los Angeles County that share its mission of helping those in need gain access to essential healthcare resources.
One such partnership is with local churches which host annual health fairs where members of their congregation can receive free health screenings as well as information about how they can obtain affordable healthcare services including access through The Durable Medical Equipment Aid Society's programs.
Another partnership is with local schools where students learn about healthy living habits including proper nutrition exercise routines while also learning about how they can help others by donating their time volunteering at events hosted by organizations like ours which provide much-needed support services such as transportation assistance meal delivery programs etcetera
Overall The Durable Medical Equipment Aid Society plays an important role within Los Angeles County's healthcare ecosystem by providing essential resources needed by thousands each year who would otherwise go without due financial constraints lack insurance coverage etcetera