Giving assistive technology a second life

Giving assistive technology a second life

ATinNH’s refurbish and reuse program helps extend the life of assistive technology (AT) devices so more people across New Hampshire can access the tools they need without the cost of buying new equipment. Through refurbishment, repair, and reuse, we support individual independence while reducing waste and stretching resources further.

Devices are donated, repaired when possible, and made available at low or no-cost to individuals, families, and organizations. This approach helps ensure that assistive technology remains practical, affordable, and available — meeting people where they are and supporting real-world needs.

 

Refurbished and repaired devices

ATinNH partners with organizations that accept donated equipment and restore it for continued use. Availability varies, and inventories often change.

 

Open-ended (long-term) equipment loans

Some assistive technology needs are ongoing. Open-ended loans allow individuals to use devices for as long as needed, with the option to return equipment when it’s no longer required so it can support someone else next. ATinNH partners with community organizations that offer long-term loans of reused equipment across the state.

 

ATinNH partner loan programs:

COA – Chapin Senior Center  

New London
Offers durable medical equipment and other health-related assistive technology at no cost to individuals with a need.

Community Caregivers of Greater Derry

Derry NH 
The Loaner's Closet for Durable Medical Equipment in Derry, NH, offers durable medical equipment and other health-related assistive technology at no cost to individuals with a need.
 

Grafton County Senior Citizens Council, Inc. (GCSCC)

Lebanon NH 
Offers durable medical equipment and other health-related assistive technology at no cost to individuals with a need.

ATinNH Partner: REM – lovingly restored medical equipment

  • REM refurbishes and redistributes assistive technology and durable medical equipment to New Hampshire residents. 
    Visit REM to view available equipment
  • If you’re looking for a specific item, we encourage you to contact REM directly: 
    Contact REM

Additional equipment loan resources

Not everyone who needs assistive technology lives close to one of ATinNH’s partner organizations. To help ensure access statewide, we want to share additional assistive technology lending libraries located throughout New Hampshire. Many of these programs offer long-term loans, often with no set return date, making them a valuable option for ongoing needs.

Windham Senior Center 

Windham, NH
Offers durable medical equipment and other health-related assistive technology at no cost to individuals with a need.

Joseph’s Closet — St. Joseph’s Hospital

Nashua, NH
Provides durable medical equipment and select medical supplies at no cost to New Hampshire residents.

Upper Valley Health Closet

Hanover and Canaan, NH
Offers assistive technology supporting daily living, home safety and accessibility, bathroom assistance, and mobility.

Newport Senior Center

Newport, NH
Provides durable medical equipment to residents of Sullivan County.

The Ingram Senior Center Medical Equipment Loaner Program

Salem, NH
Offers small durable medical equipment to New Hampshire residents.