Why Donating Hospital Beds Makes a Difference

With an estimated 46 million people living in the United States without insurance, getting the proper medical care and equipment can be a difficult task. Being able to get the proper medication, equipment, supplies, etc becomes an almost unattainable task. By donating hospital beds, you are making a difference for someone in need.There are many viable reasons that are not only self fulfilling, but also of great aid to individuals and the environment, for you to donate. If you have something you are not using or do not need, do not throw it away! Making a hospital bed donation can help in many ways. 5 Reasons to Donate-    You will keep a bed (or any other supplies that are not of use to you) out of a landfill and putting it into the hand of those who will need it. This is an easy and helpful way to go green!-    Someone who needs the materials you are donating will be able to make good use of the items. -    You will free space in your home while putting a bed in someone else’s.-    Many people are unaware, but making a donation can result in a tax deduction. This will be based on the dollar amount or the fair market value of any items that you donate.-    You can rest assured that you have helped another human being. How to Donate a Hospital BedKnowing where and when to donate hospital bed is not something that is commonly talked about. There are many ways to donate adjustable mattresses and beds for hospitals.  Here is how:1.    Make the decision of where you would like the bed to go. You can find a family to personally give it to, adonate it to an organization (such as C.A.R.E), or you can donate it to a local organization around your area. 2.    Call and confirm that they are accepting donations. Take this time to find out the hours of operation and when the best time to bring the donation by would be. 3.    Deliver the item.  When donating hospital beds, it will probably be easier for the organization if you make an appointment and deliver.4.    If you have donated to an organization, get a receipt. This will make it easier for you to write it off on your taxes. What if the bed isn’t in great condition?Many donations are not in pristine condition. The usual wear and tear is expected. Whether your bed is in amazing or mediocre shape, there are many organizations that will happily accept any donation. Even if the mattress is ruined, the frame of the bed can be of great assistance (or vice versa). Most organizations have many different medical supply donations that they can mix and match to get the right materials.  So, as long as the donation isn’t completely ruined and is in decent shape, you should still donate.Donating hospital beds is a great step in aiding those who do not have insurance and need medical supplies. There are millions of people left without the proper supplies. If you have extra materials or more than what you need, consider making a donation today.