How to Donate a CPAP Machine
Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is a common treatment for sleep apnea, a chronic condition that prevents you from getting a proper night's rest. CPAP treatment includes a mask that covers your mouth and nose and a machine that blows air into your throat to keep your airway open while you sleep. According to Sleepdex, a website dedicated to sleep issues, a CPAP machine can cost as much as $5,000. If you have equipment that you are going to replace, consider donating your old machine to someone who may not be able to afford treatment.
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Instructions
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Making a Donation
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Before donating your CPAP machine, evaluate the equipment. Make sure you have thoroughly cleaned it and made sure it is in usable condition. Check to make sure you have all the accessories and service manuals with listed parts.
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Seek out organizations, charities or free clinics that would possibly accept your donation of durable medical equipment. Organizations to contact include the Reggie White Sleep Disorders Research and Education Foundation and the Healthcare Equipment Recycling Organization (HERO). Start off with local organizations, as you could either drop off your machine or have them come out to pick it up, saving shipping costs.
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Make sure to include detailed information about the installation, operation and maintenance of your CPAP machine.
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If you need to ship your CPAP machine, take proper precautions to package it carefully according to specifications. Before packaging, drain the humidifier of water, and make sure the equipment is dry before shipping.
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For protection, ship the CPAP machine in waterproofing wrapping. Also Include a checklist of all the parts and accessories. Indicate the CPAP machine is a donation.
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Tips & Warnings
If the organization you donate your CPAP machine to is a 501 (c) (3) corporation, your donation may be tax deductible.
