Obtain Equipment
Durable Medical Equipment (DME) is any equipment that provides therapeutic benefits to a person in need because of a medical condition and/or illness. This equipment is meant to be durable enough to withstand repetitive use. DME includes, but is not limited to, wheelchairs (manual and electric), transport chairs, hospital beds, canes, walkers, pressure mattresses, lifts, respiratory support devices, and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), etc.
The purpose of the program is to provide access to equipment that may not be an option for those without insurance or if an item is not a covered benefit with insurance. With power wheelchairs, please be aware that our loaner chairs are not custom built for your needs but are a great option to borrow while awaiting delivery of an ordered power wheelchair.
84% of survey respondents reported that items borrowed from our DME Loan program increased their safety and functional independence.
Here at ALS Arizona we understand that living with ALS is expensive and we recognize the significant role that Durable Medical Equipment (DME) plays in maintaining safety and providing the best quality of life.
Our Equipment Loan Program offers equipment to residents & visitors of Arizona who have an ALS diagnosis and who are uninsured, underinsured, who cannot access the benefits of their insurance (while in a nursing home, an assisted living facility, or hospice), or who are waiting for insurance approval. Please note that loaner equipment is subject to availability (or accepted as donations).
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Equipment is available to residents or visitors of Arizona.
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There is no charge to families for delivery and pick up of items.
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If equipment is not being used and/or no longer needed, please call ALS Arizona so equipment can be returned and used by another person in need.
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ALS Arizona does not carry power wheelchair accessories in the loan closet and therefore is not able to customize or modify existing loan equipment. All items are loaned out as is.
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The family is responsible for maintaining the equipment as it was received. This includes keeping the chair clean and batteries charged. ALS Arizona does not issue a guarantee and reserves the right to refuse replacement of equipment due to misuse or improper care.
Please note that if batteries are not charged and are allowed to run down, it could cause permanent damage to battery, which may require replacement at approximately $500/ battery.