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Free medical equipment loan closets in North Carolina: 10 programs listed

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This page lists the 10 programs we found in North Carolina from public sources: 6 confirmed on a program or agency page, and 4 marked Unconfirmed: call to verify. This is a partial list, not every closet in North Carolina. 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.

County pages

Columbus County (1) · Cumberland County (1) · Durham County (1) · Forsyth County (1) · Mecklenburg County (1) · Orange County (1) · Rutherford County (1) · Surry County (1) · Union County (1)

Columbus County

Confirmed on program pagecounty aging-office loan closet

Medical equipment loan at senior centers (Columbus County Department of Aging)

Whiteville, NC · Columbus County

Equipment: other

Cost as stated: No charge if returned undamaged (county page).

Last verified: 2026-10-17

Details, how to borrow, and source

What the source says about equipment: County page says medical equipment is available for loan to seniors at each of its senior centers; it does not list specific items.
Who can borrow (as stated): Seniors; a physician's prescription is required.
How to borrow (as stated): Contact the Department of Aging or a senior center; prescription required.
Contact (with source): 827 W Washington St, Whiteville, NC 28472
Phone: (910) 640-6602 (from columbusco.org, checked 2026-10-17; call to confirm)
Hours as posted: Mon-Fri 8:30 AM-5:00 PM
Source: https://www.columbusco.org/columbus-county-department-aging
Last checked: 2026-10-17
Verification note: The local government's own page (columbusco.org) was read on 2026-10-17 and states the lending and that it is free or no-cost.

Cumberland County

Confirmed on program pagenonprofit loan closet

Medical Equipment Loans (Better Health of Cumberland County)

Fayetteville, NC · Cumberland County

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

Cost as stated: Free ('available free of charge'; donations appreciated).

Last verified: 2026-10-17

Details, how to borrow, and source

What the source says about equipment: Page lists walkers, canes and crutches, wheelchairs, bathroom assistance devices, bedside commodes and more.
Who can borrow (as stated): Not stated on the page.
How to borrow (as stated): Call (910) 483-7534. Loans are 3-6 months depending on availability.
Contact (with source): 1422 Bragg Boulevard, Fayetteville, NC 28301
Phone: (910) 483-7534 (from betterhealthcc.org, checked 2026-10-17; call to confirm)
Source: https://www.betterhealthcc.org/what-we-do/programs-and-services/medical-equipment-loans.html
Last checked: 2026-10-17
Verification note: The program's own public page (Better Health, nonprofit) was read on 2026-10-17 and states the lending and that it is free or no-cost.

Durham County

Confirmed on program pagenonprofit loan closet

Health Equipment Loan Program, HELP (Project Access of Durham County)

Durham, NC · Durham County

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

Cost as stated: Free ('Completely FREE for Durham County residents').

Last verified: 2026-10-17

Details, how to borrow, and source

What the source says about equipment: Page lists wheelchairs, walkers, rollators, knee scooters, canes, crutches, raised toilet seats, shower chairs, tub transfer benches, transfer boards and daily-living aids. At the time read, only rollators and shower chairs were being accepted as donations.
Who can borrow (as stated): Durham County residents; bring proof of a current Durham County address.
How to borrow (as stated): No appointment needed; call or text ahead to check stock. 90-day loans, renewable.
Contact (with source): 4206 N. Roxboro Street, Suite 100, Durham, NC 27704
Phone: 919-748-1022 (from projectaccessdurham.org, checked 2026-10-17; call to confirm)
Hours as posted: Tue 10-2, Fri 1-5 (as posted on the program's resource page)
Source: https://projectaccessdurham.org/projects/health-equipment-loan-program/
https://projectaccessdurham.org/projects/health-equipment-loan-program/durable-medical-equipment-resources-north-carolina/
Last checked: 2026-10-17
Verification note: The program's own public page (Project Access of Durham County, nonprofit) was read on 2026-10-17 and states the lending and that it is free or no-cost.

Forsyth County

Unconfirmed: call to verifynonprofit senior-services loan closet

Equipment Loan (The Shepherd's Center of Kernersville)

Kernersville, NC · Forsyth County

Equipment: wheelchairs, rollators, shower/bath, 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 mentions wheelchairs, rollator walkers and shower benches/chairs. Loaned for three months, renewable, for as long as needed.
Who can borrow (as stated): Wheelchairs, rollators and shower items only to residents of its service area; surplus items available to nearby communities.
How to borrow (as stated): Check out Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-4:00 PM.
Contact (with source): 636 Gralin Street, Kernersville, NC 27285
Phone: 336-996-6696 (from shepctrkville.com, checked 2026-10-17; call to confirm)
Source: https://shepctrkville.com/equipment-loan/
Last checked: 2026-10-17
Verification note: The program's own page was read on 2026-10-17; it describes the loan but does not state a cost. Call to confirm.

Mecklenburg County

Confirmed on program pagenonprofit equipment program

Free mobility equipment (Assist ME)

Charlotte, NC · Mecklenburg County

Equipment: wheelchairs, other

Cost as stated: Free ('provides free, essential mobility equipment').

Last verified: 2026-10-17

Details, how to borrow, and source

What the source says about equipment: Page says it provides free essential mobility equipment (wheelchairs and other approved mobility equipment) to people with low incomes and little or no insurance. Individuals or medical providers apply; approved equipment is picked up. Page describes gifting and 'borrowed equipment' returned for reuse.
Who can borrow (as stated): Individuals with low incomes and little to no insurance; apply individually or through a medical provider.
How to borrow (as stated): Apply on the site; once approved, equipment is available for pick-up.
Contact (with source): 1939 East Boulevard (Atrium Myers Park Clinic), Charlotte, NC 28207
Phone: 704-659-1123 (from assistmenc.com, checked 2026-10-17; call to confirm)
Email: receptionist@assistmenc.com
Hours as posted: Mon-Fri 8 AM-5 PM
Source: https://assistmenc.com/
Last checked: 2026-10-17
Verification note: The program's own public page (Assist ME, nonprofit) was read on 2026-10-17 and states the lending and that it is free or no-cost.

Orange County

Unconfirmed: call to verifycounty aging-office loan closet

Durable Medical Equipment loan program (Orange County Department on Aging)

Hillsborough, NC · Orange County

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

Cost as stated: Not stated on the page. (The county page says items are 'loaned' but does not say they are free.)

Last verified: 2026-10-17

Details, how to borrow, and source

What the source says about equipment: Page lists walkers, canes, rollators, wheelchairs, slide boards, shower chairs, tub benches, toilet risers, bedside commodes, toilet rails, dressing aids, bed rails and weighted utensils. Large DME (hospital beds, lifts, scooters) is handled by a separate connections program. Items at both the Passmore Center (Hillsborough) and Seymour Center (Chapel Hill).
Who can borrow (as stated): Orange County residents aged 55+ or caregivers of residents aged 55+.
How to borrow (as stated): Contact the Aging Helpline at (919) 968-2087 or agingtransitions@orangecountync.gov.
Contact (with source): Phone: (919) 968-2087 (from orangecountync.gov, checked 2026-10-17; call to confirm)
Email: agingtransitions@orangecountync.gov
Two senior-center sites: Passmore Center (103 Meadowlands Dr, Hillsborough) and Seymour Center (2551 Homestead Rd, Chapel Hill); addresses are from the Project Access of Durham directory, not the county page.
Source: https://orangecountync.gov/226/Durable-Medical-Equipment
Last checked: 2026-10-17
Verification note: The county's own page was read on 2026-10-17; it describes the loan program but does not state a cost. Call to confirm.

Rutherford County

Unconfirmed: call to verifytown community-center loan closet

Medical Equipment Loan Closet (Bill's Creek Community Center, Town of Lake Lure)

Lake Lure, NC · Rutherford County

Equipment: walkers, wheelchairs, other

Cost as stated: Not stated on the page. (The town page does not say whether it is free.)

Last verified: 2026-10-17

Details, how to borrow, and source

What the source says about equipment: Town page says a walker, wheelchair or other durable medical equipment is available; call for an appointment.
Who can borrow (as stated): Not stated on the page.
How to borrow (as stated): Call 828-919-2911 for an appointment.
Contact (with source): 920 Buffalo Creek Rd, Lake Lure, NC 28746
Phone: 828-919-2911 (from townoflakelure.com, checked 2026-10-17; call to confirm)
Source: https://www.townoflakelure.com/community/page/bills-creek-community-center-medical-equipment-loan-closet
Last checked: 2026-10-17
Verification note: The town's own page was read on 2026-10-17; it describes the closet but does not state a cost. County inferred from the town. Call to confirm.

Surry County

Confirmed on program pagechurch loan closet

Lyn's Medical Loan Closet (Trinity Episcopal Church, with Grace Moravian Church)

Mount Airy, NC · Surry County

Equipment: other

Cost as stated: Free ('without cost to county residents').

Last verified: 2026-10-17

Details, how to borrow, and source

What the source says about equipment: Page says it loans durable equipment to recover from an illness or accident, cleaned after each use; it does not list specific items.
Who can borrow (as stated): County residents, regardless of income; designed for people not old enough for Medicare or poor enough for Medicaid.
How to borrow (as stated): Call (336) 673-3803; open Tuesdays and Thursdays (see page). 90-day loans, renewable.
Contact (with source): Jones Family Resource Center, 215 Jones School Road, Mount Airy, NC
Phone: (336) 673-3803 (from trinitymtairy.com, checked 2026-10-17; call to confirm)
Hours as posted: Tue 10 AM-noon, Thu 3:00-5:00 PM (the page text has a typo in the Tuesday start time)
Source: https://trinitymtairy.com/lyns-medical-loan-closet-1
Last checked: 2026-10-17
Verification note: The program's own public page (Trinity Episcopal Church, Mount Airy) was read on 2026-10-17 and states the lending and that it is free or no-cost.

Union County

Confirmed on program pagenonprofit senior-services loan closet

Equipment & Supplies loan (Council on Aging in Union County)

Monroe, NC · Union County

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

Cost as stated: Free ('There is no cost for these items, however a donation ... is appreciated').

Last verified: 2026-10-17

Details, how to borrow, and source

What the source says about equipment: Page lists standard wheelchairs, transfer chairs, aluminum walkers, rollators, shower chairs, tub-transfer benches, bedside commodes, raised toilet seats, canes and incontinence supplies. There may be a waiting list.
Who can borrow (as stated): Older neighbors (page); fill out the request form.
How to borrow (as stated): Submit the Equipment Loan Request form; staff contact you when the item is available.
Contact (with source): 1401 Skyway Drive, Monroe, NC 28110
Phone: 704-292-1797 (from coaunion.org, checked 2026-10-17; call to confirm)
Email: COA@COAunion.org
Source: https://coaunion.org/equipment-supplies/
Last checked: 2026-10-17
Verification note: The program's own public page (Council on Aging in Union County, nonprofit) was read on 2026-10-17 and states the lending and that it is free or no-cost.

Statewide programs

Unconfirmed: call to verifystate assistive technology reuse program

Reuse and Exchange (NC Assistive Technology Program, NCDHHS)

Statewide, NC · Statewide County

Equipment: other

Cost as stated: Not stated on the page. (The page does not say what a loan costs; the Exchange List includes items for sale.)

Last verified: 2026-10-17

Details, how to borrow, and source

What the source says about equipment: State page says NCATP redistributes pre-owned assistive technology and durable medical equipment: taxpayer-funded devices as long-term loans for as long as the consumer needs them, and donated equipment to consumers in need; a monthly Exchange List of items for sale or donation.
Who can borrow (as stated): Residents of North Carolina.
How to borrow (as stated): Contact the program (Raleigh) by phone or email, or use the Reuse/Exchange form.
Contact (with source): 1915 Health Services Way, Raleigh, NC 27607 (no mail)
Phone: (919) 855-3564 (from ncdhhs.gov, checked 2026-10-17; call to confirm)
Email: charryse.parker@dhhs.nc.gov
Source: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/employment-and-independence-people-disabilities/north-carolina-assistive-technology-program/reuse-and-exchange
Last checked: 2026-10-17
Verification note: The state's own page was read on 2026-10-17; it does not state a cost. Call to confirm.

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