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Easy Does It is one of many organizations dedicated to empowering seniors and people with disabilities. We maintain a list of upcoming workshops and events. As well as a list of repair shops, nonprofits, and organizations that can help you.

Other agency's providing Wheelchair Repair and Parts

We maintain a list of other repair providers in Northern Alameda County that we can refer you to.

The ReCARES Network

ReCARES is a small volunteer-run environmental and community service non-profit organization. We aim to increase access to medical equipment and parts while reducing unnecessary environmental waste.

We collect donations of clean, gently used medical equipment and parts, then redistribute them for free to seniors, people with disabilities, and other individuals in need.

Donate Medical Equipment

    All items received by ReCares must be in excellent condition and clean with no damage, dirt, corrosion, stains, or rust. If you would take the item home to your mother then likely we will be able to reassign it back out.  Please check the undersides of the equipment and clean them if necessary.

    Receive Medical Equipment

    Arrive during open hours and line up.
    Remember: if you are unable to come, someone else can do it for you and pick up what you need. When it is your turn at the line, a volunteer will work with you. The volunteer will do their best to find what you need. We give as much as we can depending on the number of items available.

    Independent Life Medical Supplies

    Independent Life Medical Supplies staff is certified and trained on all manufacturer's equipment in our warehouse. Pick-up and delivery available in most cases. We also offer rental equipment while you wait for your repairs to be completed. We service Invacare, Pride, Merits and many other popular brands. Should you ever need help using your equipment or require equipment repair, contact us and we will schedule an appointment to assist you at your earliest convenience.

    Independent Life repairs:

    • Standard Walker
    • Scooters
    • Wheelchairs
    • Power Chairs
    • Hospital Beds
    • Stair/Lift Elevators
    • Transfer Lifts

    Improvements & Repair

    We require the evaluation fee paid prior to our taking possession of your equipment for repair. In the event your equipment is deemed irreparable, then you will be charged $75.00 for the consultation. If we take the equipment in for repair, we require a $75 .00 evaluation fee. That fee will be applied to the repairment of your equipment.

    Rollin' Along Inc

    Rollin’ Along provides on-site service throughout Alameda County. We make repairs to scooters, wheelchair lifts, power wheelchairs, platform lifts, transfer lifts and more at your home or office. See their website for the brands of equipment that Rollin’ Along services. Rather than taking away your mobility for days, we fix it right there in front of you!

    Rollin’ Along repairs:

    • Scooters
    • Wheelchairs
    • Power Chairs
    • Stair/Lift Elevators
    • Transfer Lifts

    Rollin’ Along repairs:

    Sometimes an engineer can’t leave “well enough” alone. Our experience and technical expertise enables us to make great products even better!

    Serving People with Disabilities

    These Organizations may not offer wheelchair repair, but they provide care, information, and services for people living with disabilities.

    The Center for Independent Living

    The Center for Independent Living provides advocacy and services that increase awareness, collaboration, and opportunity among people with disabilities and the community at large.

    Visit the CIL

    World Institute on Disability

    WID is dedicated to designing, building, and supporting whole community solutions by removing barriers to include people with disabilities.

    Visit the WID

    Berkeley Rides for Seniors & the Disabled (BRSD)

    Berkeley Rides for Seniors & the Disabled (BRSD) assists City of Berkeley seniors and disabled adults with traveling throughout Berkeley and neighboring cities by supplementing their transportation costs with free taxi, accessible wheelchair van and GoGoGrandparent (Uber/Lyft) rides. BRSD is for Berkeley residents age 70 and older or those certified as disabled by East Bay Para-transit of ANY age. 

    Visit BRSD

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    211

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    Ability Now!

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    Behavioral Health Department of Alameda County

    supporting and empowering individuals experiencing mental health and substance use conditions along their path towards wellness, recovery, and resiliency.

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    Center for Parent Information & Resources

    All the materials found on the CPIR Hub have been created and archived for Parent Centers around the country to help them provide support and services to the families they serve.

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    Berkeley offers a number of services for community members who are 60 and over, as well as people who have disabilities. Seniors can access a...

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    Clipper Start

    Clipper START is a pilot program to provide single-ride discounts to eligible riders. Participants receive a 50% discount on multiple transit providers in the Bay Area.

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    Spectrum Community Services

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