Every year, thousands of Ontarians with sleep apnea do not get treatment because they cannot afford CPAP. Some of these individuals have no insurance, while others have insurance with high deductibles that make it impossible to afford the device. Even more people suffer because their insurance companies deny their coverage for CPAP.
If you would prefer to reach out to your local churches in your area to see if they know of someone who needs help. It is not illegal to give your lightly used machine to another person, but do make sure that they actually need it or have a prescription for it. Remember, CPAP machines are medical devices and they should not be used without the direction of a doctor.
CPAP therapy is an effective way to treat the dangerous condition of sleep apnea. If you have a CPAP machine that you are no longer using, consider using it to be a blessing to someone else through donation. By donating your machine, you keep it out of the landfill, avoid the legalities of selling it, and give someone less fortunate a new lease on life!
Do you have a new PAP machine and no longer need your old machine? Do you have an extra mask or tubing for your old machine that you never used? Would you like to donate your unused or gently used equipment?
Chances are, if you’ve been using PAP therapy for more than a couple of years, you’ve got an old device hanging around
If you or someone you know has a CPAP or BiPAP machine you no longer use, please consider donating it today! *Soon we will be able to issue tax receipts once the charity number has been issued by the CRA.! We accept all CPAP and BiPAP machines and devices prescribed and authorized in Canada.
To donate a CPAP or BiPAP machine, or to donate another respiratory machine (e.g., a pre-owned nebulizer or oxygen concentrator), please contact ZeroApnea’s representative at info@zeroapnea.org. Please provide the following information on the machine:
- Type of Machine
- Make and Model
- Age
- Condition / Description
- Sellers Name / Email and or Phone Number
We will make the trip to pick-up your CPAP or BiPAP machine and provide you with a disclaimer and limitation of liability clause as part of your donation.
