08/13/2026
🌟 Community Resource Spotlight: The Lending Cupboard Society of Alberta -TLC
This week, Recovery College Central Alberta is proud to recognize the incredible work of The Lending Cupboard!
Based in Red Deer, The Lending Cupboard is a registered charity that provides free medical equipment and daily living aids to people throughout Central Alberta. Their support helps individuals return home safely after surgery, recover from injuries, maintain their independence, care for loved ones at home, and navigate end-of-life care with dignity.
With more than 16,000 items available, The Lending Cupboard supports over 1,100 clients each month across more than 54 municipalities. Equipment includes:
♿ Wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, canes, and mobility supports
🛁 Bath chairs, commodes, toilet risers, and bathroom safety equipment
🏠 Bed rails, hydraulic lifts, specialized cushions, and transfer supports
👧 Pediatric equipment for children and youth
Their dedicated volunteers ensure equipment is cleaned, inspected, properly fitted, and adjusted for safe use. Delivery may also be available for individuals who cannot pick up or return equipment themselves.
Best of all, equipment is loaned free of charge, ensuring cost is never a barrier to receiving needed support.
As their motto says: “If you need it and we’ve got it, you can borrow it!”
A huge thank-you to The Lending Cupboard and its more than 120 volunteers for helping people across Central Alberta live with greater safety, independence, and dignity. 💙
