Assistive Technology Reutilization Program
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Paraquad is dedicated to helping people with disabilities access medical care and increase their quality of life. We believe one of the greatest gaps in services with the recent cuts in Medicaid funding will be accessing durable medical equipment. In response, AT Reutilization Program provides pre-owned medical equipment to people with disabilities at a low cost.
The AT Reutilization Program is a one-stop clearinghouse acquiring, repairing and distributing recycled durable medical equipment. AT devices include manual wheelchairs, power wheelchairs, scooters, canes, crutches, walkers, shower chairs, toilet seats, recreational devices, seating cushions, and back supports. The program also includes education and outreach efforts, clinical service processes, and a regional network of community collaborators.
Paraquad is pleased to continue our collaborative relationship with the Program in Occupational Therapy at Washington University School of Medicine. The AT Reutilization Program community collaborators include Delta Center for Independent Living, Disability Resource Association, Impact, Linc, and Wheels for the World. Through these collaborations, the program service area includes eastern Missouri (Crawford, Franklin, Gasconade, Iron, Lincoln, St. Charles , St. Francois, St. Louis , St. Louis City, Washington and Warren counties) and western Illinois (Madison, Monroe, Randolph, and St. Clair).
AT Donations
We are currently seeking AT device donations from local hospitals, nursing homes, rehabilitation facilities, and private donors. Items are transported free of charge. In-kind AT donors will receive a letter for tax purposes.
Donated AT devices are repaired and refurbished under the supervision of a certified repair technician.
AT Distribution
AT devices are available at a low cost. A listing of devices is obtainable online and by mail. Availability of items are based on the equipment donated and may fluctuate greatly.
AT devices include manual wheelchairs, power wheelchairs, scooters, canes, crutches, walkers, shower chairs, toilet seats, recreational devices, seating cushions, back supports and hospital beds.
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Clinical Services
Paraquad has established a clinical team in collaboration with Washington University Program in Occupational Therapy to evaluate the current screening, assessment, and training processes of assistive technology distribution. The clinical team evaluates persons receiving recycled or refurbished equipment for safety, fit, positioning, and function. Program staff develop a training program for persons that indicate further need for instruction upon assessment.
AT Cleaning Service
Individualized AT device cleaning services are available by appointment.
For more information on the AT Reutilization Program contact:
Assistive Technology Center
314/289-4200 (Voice)
314/289-4252 (TTY)
Funding for the AT Reutilization Program is provided by Emerson and the U.S. Department of Education.