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Free medical equipment loan closets in California: 17 programs listed

Medical disclaimer. Nothing here is medical advice. Equipment that fits badly can cause injury or fall risk. Ask a doctor, nurse, or physical or occupational therapist what you need and what size before you borrow.

Call first. Stock changes daily and many programs run on volunteer hours or by appointment. Confirm hours, stock, who can borrow and any fee before you travel.

This page lists the 17 programs we found in California from public sources: 11 confirmed on a program or agency page, and 6 marked Unconfirmed: call to verify. This is a partial list, not every closet in California. Each listing shows its source link and the date it was last verified. Other states are listed here; states without listings are not yet researched.

State assistive-technology programs mostly lend assistive technology (communication, daily-living and similar aids) and some also run durable-medical-equipment reuse; check each listing for what it stocks.

County pages

Kern County (1) · Los Angeles County (2) · Mariposa County (2) · Orange County (1) · Sacramento County (1) · San Joaquin County (1) · San Mateo County (1) · Santa Barbara County (1) · Sonoma County (1) · Stanislaus County (1) · Ventura County (1) · Yolo County (3)

Kern County

Confirmed on program pagesenior nonprofit loan closet

Equip for Life Program, a medical loan closet (Purpose Driven Foundation)

Bakersfield, CA · Kern County

Equipment: canes, wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, rollators, shower/bath, other

Cost as stated: Free ('borrow for free').

Last verified: 2026-10-17

Details, how to borrow, and source

What the source says about equipment: Page lists canes, wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, rollators, knee scooters, shower benches and chairs, hospital beds and more, subject to availability; waiting list if not in stock.
Who can borrow (as stated): Age 55+, living in Bakersfield or Kern County, with a medical need.
How to borrow (as stated): Call 661-412-9730 ext. 120 to schedule an appointment.
Contact (with source): 5301 Office Park Drive, Suite 350, Bakersfield, CA 93309
Phone: 661-412-9730 ext. 120 (from purposedrivenhh.com, checked 2026-10-17; call to confirm)
Hours as posted: Mon-Thu 9 AM-5:30 PM
Source: https://www.purposedrivenhh.com/purpose-driven-foundation/
Last checked: 2026-10-17
Verification note: The program's own public page (Purpose Driven Foundation, nonprofit) was read on 2026-10-17 and states the lending and that it is free or no-cost.

Los Angeles County

Confirmed on program pagevolunteer nonprofit loan closet

Free loan of durable medical equipment (Convalescent Aid Society, Pasadena and Burbank)

Pasadena, CA · Los Angeles County

Equipment: other

Cost as stated: Free: loaned 'for as long as they need it. There is no charge for this service.'

Last verified: 2026-10-17

Details, how to borrow, and source

What the source says about equipment: Page says it loans medical equipment, repaired and sanitized from donations. It does not list specific items in the text read. Second location: 1305 W. Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91506.
Who can borrow (as stated): Residents of the San Gabriel Valley and San Fernando Valley (page).
How to borrow (as stated): Visit or call during open hours; no application is processed after 4 pm.
Contact (with source): 3255 East Foothill Boulevard, Pasadena, CA 91107
Phone: (626) 793-1696 (from convalescentaidsociety.com, checked 2026-10-17; call to confirm)
Hours as posted: Pasadena: Mon-Fri 9am-4pm, 1st and 3rd Sat 9am-4pm. Burbank: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 9am-4pm, 2nd and 4th Sat 9am-4pm
Source: https://convalescentaidsociety.com/
Last checked: 2026-10-17
Verification note: The program's own public page (Convalescent Aid Society, nonprofit) was read on 2026-10-17 and states the lending and that it is free or no-cost.

Unconfirmed: call to verifyservice club loan closet

Medical Equipment Loan Program (Rotary Club of El Segundo)

El Segundo, CA · Los Angeles County

Equipment: wheelchairs, walkers, rollators, commodes, shower/bath, crutches, canes, other

Cost as stated: Not stated on the page. (The page does not say whether loans are free.)

Last verified: 2026-10-17

Details, how to borrow, and source

What the source says about equipment: Page lists wheelchairs, transport chairs, knee scooters, standard, rollator and upright walkers, bedside commodes, toilet risers, shower chairs, tub transfer benches, bed rails, canes, quad canes and crutches.
Who can borrow (as stated): El Segundo residents in need.
How to borrow (as stated): Email [email protected] with your name, delivery address, phone, items needed and time frame; items are not guaranteed.
Contact (with source): Email: [email protected]
No phone or street address on the page.
Source: https://elsegundorotary.org/page/medical-equipment-loan-program
Last checked: 2026-10-17
Verification note: The page was read on 2026-10-17 and describes the lending, but it does not state that the loans are free or give a cost. Call to confirm cost, eligibility and stock.

Mariposa County

Confirmed on program pagesenior club loan closet

Free loan of equipment (Northside Senior Club)

Greeley Hill, CA · Mariposa County

Equipment: other

Cost as stated: Free ('Free loan of equipment', Mariposa County Senior Resource Guide).

Last verified: 2026-10-17

Details, how to borrow, and source

What the source says about equipment: County resource guide lists 'Free loan of equipment' under Medical Equipment; it does not list specific items.
Who can borrow (as stated): Not stated.
How to borrow (as stated): Call the club.
Contact (with source): 10348 Fiske Road, Greeley Hill, CA 95311
Phone: 1-209-878-3839 (from mariposacounty.gov, checked 2026-10-17; call to confirm)
Source: https://mariposacounty.gov/DocumentCenter/View/93226/Senior-Resource-Guide-103122
Last checked: 2026-10-17
Verification note: The Mariposa County (government) Senior Resource Guide, dated Oct 2022 per its file name, was read on 2026-10-17 and states 'Free loan of equipment'. County document, not the program's own page; confirm current stock by phone.

Confirmed on program pagesenior center loan closet

Free loan of equipment (Mariposa Senior Activity Center)

Mariposa, CA · Mariposa County

Equipment: other

Cost as stated: Free ('Free loan of equipment', Mariposa County Senior Resource Guide).

Last verified: 2026-10-17

Details, how to borrow, and source

What the source says about equipment: County resource guide lists 'Free loan of equipment' under Medical Equipment; it does not list specific items.
Who can borrow (as stated): Not stated.
How to borrow (as stated): Call the office.
Contact (with source): 5246 Spriggs Lane, Mariposa, CA 95338
Phone: 1-209-966-6632 (from mariposacounty.gov, checked 2026-10-17; call to confirm)
Hours as posted: Office hours M-F, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Source: https://mariposacounty.gov/DocumentCenter/View/93226/Senior-Resource-Guide-103122
Last checked: 2026-10-17
Verification note: The Mariposa County (government) Senior Resource Guide, dated Oct 2022 per its file name, was read on 2026-10-17 and states 'Free loan of equipment'. County document, not the program's own page; confirm current stock by phone.

Orange County

Confirmed on program pageindependent living center reuse program

AT Recycle/Reuse Program (Dayle McIntosh Center)

Anaheim, CA · Orange County

Equipment: wheelchairs, other

Cost as stated: Free ('our services are free, and insurance is not required').

Last verified: 2026-10-17

Details, how to borrow, and source

What the source says about equipment: Page says the center accepts used durable medical equipment such as wheelchairs and other assistive devices and gives it to people who cannot afford it or lack coverage. It does not accept hospital beds or medical supplies. This is a reuse (donation) program, not a loan.
Who can borrow (as stated): Any individual with a disability who lives in the Orange County area.
How to borrow (as stated): Call (714) 621-3300. Pick-up is by appointment at the Anaheim office; delivery is possible case by case.
Contact (with source): Phone: (714) 621-3300 (from daylemc.org, checked 2026-10-17; call to confirm)
Pick-up is at the center's Anaheim office; street address not read on the page.
Source: https://daylemc.org/services/support-services/assistive-technology/
Last checked: 2026-10-17
Verification note: The program's own public page (Dayle McIntosh Center, an independent living center) was read on 2026-10-17 and states the lending and that it is free or no-cost.

Sacramento County

Unconfirmed: call to verifynonprofit equipment loan program

Medical equipment loans (Easterseals Superior California)

Sacramento, CA · Sacramento County

Equipment: wheelchairs, walkers, commodes, shower/bath, other

Cost as stated: The 211 record shows 'No fee', but a separate Sacramento directory said to call for fee information, so cost is unconfirmed.

Last verified: 2026-10-17

Details, how to borrow, and source

What the source says about equipment: Record lists manual wheelchairs, power wheelchairs on occasion, walkers, bedside commodes, transfer chairs and shower chairs (non-electrical items).
Who can borrow (as stated): Open (record).
How to borrow (as stated): Call or visit; pick-up at the Sacramento office.
Contact (with source): 9812 Old Winery Place, Suite 21, Sacramento, CA 95827
Phone: 916-485-6711 (from icarol.info, checked 2026-10-17; call to confirm)
Hours as posted: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm (program hours: office hours)
Source: https://www.icarol.info/ResourceView2.aspx?agencynum=14600221&org=2273
https://localwiki.org/sac/Durable_Medical_Equipment_Loan_Closets
Last checked: 2026-10-17
Verification note: A regional 211 (iCarol) record was read on 2026-10-17 and shows 'No fee', but another directory result said to call for fee information, and the program's own page was not read. Call to confirm cost, loan length and stock.

San Joaquin County

Confirmed on program pageservice club loan closet

Medical Equipment Loan Program (Lodi Lions Club, managed with Wise Choice Storage)

Lodi, CA · San Joaquin County

Equipment: crutches, walkers, canes, commodes, wheelchairs, other

Cost as stated: Free ('There is no charge to residents').

Last verified: 2026-10-17

Details, how to borrow, and source

What the source says about equipment: Page lists crutches, walkers, canes, commodes, medical trays, wheelchairs and other small non-electrical equipment. Hospital beds are not available.
Who can borrow (as stated): Lodi-area residents (north San Joaquin County north of Eight Mile Road incl. Acampo, Lockeford, Clements). Individuals only. Needs a medical referral.
How to borrow (as stated): Get a medical referral, then make an appointment at Wise Choice Storage to pick up and sign a loan form; walk-ins are not served.
Contact (with source): Phone: (209) 368-7064 (from lodilions.com, checked 2026-10-17; call to confirm)
Email: [email protected]
Appointments are at Wise Choice Storage (street address not read on the page). The email is the Lodi Lions Club's.
Source: https://www.lodilions.com/medical-equipment
Last checked: 2026-10-17
Verification note: The program's own public page (Lodi Lions Club, nonprofit service club) was read on 2026-10-17 and states the lending and that it is free or no-cost.

San Mateo County

Confirmed on program pagevolunteer nonprofit loan closet

Medical Equipment Loan Program, MELP/AbleCloset (San Carlos and South San Francisco)

San Carlos, CA · San Mateo County

Equipment: wheelchairs, rollators, walkers, other

Cost as stated: Free ('made available at no cost'; donations of funds appreciated).

Last verified: 2026-10-17

Details, how to borrow, and source

What the source says about equipment: Page lists wheelchairs, rollators, walkers, knee scooters and more; equipment is inspected, repaired, cleaned and inventoried. Equipment for children is available through AbleCloset at the same location (per the county record). A second site is at 325 Corey Way #112, South San Francisco.
Who can borrow (as stated): Anyone who needs it (page: 'to anyone who needs it').
How to borrow (as stated): Pick-up Saturdays (San Carlos 9:30-11:30 am; South San Francisco 9:00-11:00 am); donation and return drop-off Wednesday 2-4 pm (San Carlos) and Thursday 2-4 pm (SSF).
Contact (with source): 1063 E. San Carlos Ave, San Carlos, CA 94070
Phone: 650-590-9112 (from aging.networkofcare.org, checked 2026-10-17; call to confirm)
Email: [email protected]
Hours as posted: Pick-up Sat 9:30-11:30 am (see How to borrow)
Phone is voicemail or text only, per the county record.
Source: https://www.freemedequip.org/
https://aging.networkofcare.org/sanmateo/services/agency?pid=MedicalEquipmentLoanProgramMELPAblecloset_1_44_1&print=1
Last checked: 2026-10-17
Verification note: The program's own public page (MELP, a nonprofit; also listed by San Mateo County Aging & Adult Services) was read on 2026-10-17 and states the lending and that it is free or no-cost.

Santa Barbara County

Confirmed on program pagehome-health nonprofit loan closet

Loan Closet (VNA Health)

Santa Barbara, CA · Santa Barbara County

Equipment: wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, shower/bath, other

Cost as stated: Free ('There is no fee for borrowing equipment').

Last verified: 2026-10-17

Details, how to borrow, and source

What the source says about equipment: Page lists wheelchairs, crutches, knee scooters, walkers, shower seats and more (basic medical equipment).
Who can borrow (as stated): Open to anyone residing in Santa Barbara County.
How to borrow (as stated): Call or email to check availability, then complete the Loan Closet Equipment Loan Form. Short-term loans.
Contact (with source): 360 Olive St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103 (enter from the VNA Health parking lot)
Phone: 805-690-6235 (from vna.health, checked 2026-10-17; call to confirm)
Email: [email protected]
Hours as posted: Mon-Fri 8 AM-4 PM
Source: https://vna.health/services/loancloset/
Last checked: 2026-10-17
Verification note: The program's own public page (VNA Health, nonprofit) was read on 2026-10-17 and states the lending and that it is free or no-cost.

Sonoma County

Confirmed on program pagesenior center loan closet

Durable Medical Equipment Loan Program (Cloverdale Senior Center)

Cloverdale, CA · Sonoma County

Equipment: walkers, wheelchairs, shower/bath, crutches, canes, commodes, other

Cost as stated: Free; 'No fee' (record).

Last verified: 2026-10-17

Details, how to borrow, and source

What the source says about equipment: Record lists two-wheel and seated walkers, wheelchairs, shower chairs and benches, crutches and canes, commode and toilet seat riser, knee scooters, on an as-available basis.
Who can borrow (as stated): Open to all (record).
How to borrow (as stated): Call to ask if the equipment is available, then fill out an equipment loan form. Clean and sterilize items before returning and schedule a drop-off.
Contact (with source): 311 North Main Street, Cloverdale, CA 95425
Phone: (707) 894-4826 (from 211sonoma.org, checked 2026-10-17; call to confirm)
Hours as posted: Mon-Fri 8:30am-4pm
Source: https://211sonoma.org/211-service/211sonoma-92804541/
https://www.cloverdaleseniorcenter.org/
Last checked: 2026-10-17
Verification note: The public 211 / county aging-services record was read on 2026-10-17 and states the loan program and that there is no fee. (211 Sonoma County record.)

Stanislaus County

Confirmed on program pagedisability nonprofit loan closet

Medical Loan Closet (Society for disABILITIES)

Modesto, CA · Stanislaus County

Equipment: commodes, shower/bath, wheelchairs, walkers, canes, other

Cost as stated: Free of charge for Stanislaus County residents; outside the county a cash-only deposit that is returned on return.

Last verified: 2026-10-17

Details, how to borrow, and source

What the source says about equipment: Page lists 3-in-1 commodes, bath transfer benches, canes, shower chairs, walkers, wheelchairs, hospital beds, Hoyer lifts, lift chairs, toilet risers, slide boards and more, subject to availability (some items need a physician prescription).
Who can borrow (as stated): Anyone with a temporary or permanent disability.
How to borrow (as stated): Call to check stock, then make an appointment to register and pick up.
Contact (with source): 1129 8th Street, Suite 101, Modesto, CA 95354 (from the organization's contact page excerpt)
Phone: 209-524-3536 (from societyfordisabilities.org, checked 2026-10-17; call to confirm)
Source: https://societyfordisabilities.org/programs/medical-loan-closet/
https://societyfordisabilities.org/contact/
Last checked: 2026-10-17
Verification note: The program's own public page (Society for disABILITIES, nonprofit) was read on 2026-10-17 and states the lending and that it is free or no-cost.

Ventura County

Confirmed on program pageservice club loan closet

Medical Equipment Lending Closet (Ventura Lions Club and KIRF)

Ventura, CA · Ventura County

Equipment: wheelchairs, walkers, rollators, crutches, other

Cost as stated: Free ('We loan medical equipment to our neighbors for free').

Last verified: 2026-10-17

Details, how to borrow, and source

What the source says about equipment: Page shows walkers, rollator walkers, crutches, transport and standard wheelchairs and custom wheelchairs. Availability changes monthly.
Who can borrow (as stated): Neighbors in Ventura County; some restrictions apply, so check eligibility.
How to borrow (as stated): Call, confirm an item is in stock, complete a short form so a Lions volunteer can confirm the request and arrange pickup.
Contact (with source): Phone: (805) 216-2463 (from kirfaid.org, checked 2026-10-17; call to confirm)
Street address not read on the page.
Source: https://kirfaid.org/borrow-equipment/
Last checked: 2026-10-17
Verification note: The program's own public page (Ventura Lions Club / KIRF, nonprofit) was read on 2026-10-17 and states the lending and that it is free or no-cost.

Yolo County

Unconfirmed: call to verifysenior center loan closet

Medical Equipment Closet (Davis Senior Center)

Davis, CA · Yolo County

Equipment: wheelchairs, walkers, commodes, canes, other

Cost as stated: Directory says donations for use of the equipment are accepted; it does not say the loan is free.

Last verified: 2026-10-17

Details, how to borrow, and source

What the source says about equipment: Directory lists wheelchairs, walkers, commodes, toilet seat risers and canes for older adults in need.
Who can borrow (as stated): Older adults in need; borrower does not need to be a Davis resident (directory).
How to borrow (as stated): Not stated; call the center.
Contact (with source): 646 A St., Davis, CA 95616
Phone: (530) 757-5696 (from yolohealthyaging.org, checked 2026-10-17; call to confirm)
Source: https://www.yolohealthyaging.org/medical-equipment
Last checked: 2026-10-17
Verification note: Only a community directory page (Yolo Healthy Aging Alliance) was read on 2026-10-17, not the host's own page or a government page. Call to confirm cost, eligibility, hours and stock.

Unconfirmed: call to verifycommunity center loan closet

Medical Equipment Closet (Winters Community Center)

Winters, CA · Yolo County

Equipment: wheelchairs, walkers, commodes, canes, other

Cost as stated: Directory says donations are accepted; it does not say the loan is free.

Last verified: 2026-10-17

Details, how to borrow, and source

What the source says about equipment: Directory lists wheelchairs, walkers, commodes, toilet seat risers and canes for older adults in need.
Who can borrow (as stated): Older adults in need.
How to borrow (as stated): Not stated; call.
Contact (with source): 201 Railroad Ave., Winters, CA
Phone: (530) 795-4824 (from yolohealthyaging.org, checked 2026-10-17; call to confirm)
Source: https://www.yolohealthyaging.org/medical-equipment
Last checked: 2026-10-17
Verification note: Only a community directory page (Yolo Healthy Aging Alliance) was read on 2026-10-17, not the host's own page or a government page. Call to confirm cost, eligibility, hours and stock.

Unconfirmed: call to verifychurch loan closet

Medical Equipment Closet (American Lutheran Church, Woodland)

Woodland, CA · Yolo County

Equipment: walkers, canes, crutches, commodes, shower/bath

Cost as stated: Directory says 'at no charge'.

Last verified: 2026-10-17

Details, how to borrow, and source

What the source says about equipment: Directory lists walkers, canes, crutches, bedside commodes and shower benches.
Who can borrow (as stated): Not stated.
How to borrow (as stated): Loans out equipment upon request (directory); email or call.
Contact (with source): Phone: (530) 662-6338 (from yolohealthyaging.org, checked 2026-10-17; call to confirm)
Email: [email protected]
Hours as posted: Mon-Fri 9am-1pm (per directory)
Street address not given on the directory page.
Source: https://www.yolohealthyaging.org/medical-equipment
Last checked: 2026-10-17
Verification note: Only a community directory page (Yolo Healthy Aging Alliance) was read on 2026-10-17, not the host's own page or a government page. Call to confirm cost, eligibility, hours and stock.

Statewide programs

Unconfirmed: call to verifystate assistive-technology (AT Act) lending libraries and reuse

Ability Tools (California's AT Act program): Device Lending and Demonstration Centers and AT Exchange

California (statewide)

Equipment: other

Cost as stated: Not stated on the page. (The fetched pages do not state the cost.)

Last verified: 2026-10-17

Details, how to borrow, and source

What the source says about equipment: Ability Tools (run by CFILC with the CA Department of Rehabilitation) says its Device Lending and Demonstration Centers provide short-term assistive-technology loans up to 30 days, and Assistive Technology Reuse Centers provide reuse including open-ended loans. The state page says there are 12 Device Lending Libraries. This is assistive technology, mostly not basic mobility closets; use the contact page to find the center for your area.
Who can borrow (as stated): Californians with disabilities (per the program page).
How to borrow (as stated): Contact CFILC / Ability Tools or a lending center (see the state page).
Contact (with source): No phone read on the pages used; see the program page for centers.
Source: https://abilitytools.org/device-lending-and-demonstration-centers-dldc/
https://abilitytools.org/assistive-technology-reuse-centers-atrc/
https://www.dor.ca.gov/home/assistivetechnology
https://californiareuse.org/
Last checked: 2026-10-17
Verification note: The California Department of Rehabilitation (state agency) page and the Ability Tools program pages were read on 2026-10-17. The pages describe the lending but the text read does not state cost. Call to confirm.

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