Durable medical equipment (also referred to as DME) is defined as equipment that is for everyday or extended use and serves a medical purpose. Some examples of durable medical equipment include wheelchairs, walkers, shower chairs, tub benches, and hospital beds. We have websites listed below for organizations that sell customized wheelchairs, provide equipment for purchase or to borrow, or sell products that will help your loved ones living with cognitive impairments.
New technology such as smart phones can be particularly difficult for seniors to navigate, include those who are thought to be cognitively intact. In addition to specialized phones for seniors, there are ways to modify off-the-shelf devices to make them more senior-friendly.
Medical Equipment & Supplies
- AGE of Central Texas: equipment lending program
- The Alzheimer’s Store: products designed for persons with cognitive disorders
- Carewell: wellness products for at home care
- Goodwheelchairs.org: low cost, gently used wheelchairs, power chairs, and scooters
- Project Mend: equipment available for loan at no charge for eligible individuals
- Silverts Adaptive Clothing: clothing options to make care easier
- Wheelchair seating and mobility: customized wheelchairs
- Telephones for Seniors
Home Modification
- Grab bars
- Wheelchair ramps/lifts
- Home repairs/accessibility modifications