The Library of Aged Care Things

The Library of Aged Care Things (LACT) is Victoria's 1st free library of aged care equipment. LACT is an online platform and physical space that aims to share equipment (walking frames, scooters, occupational therapy equipment) with those who need them free of charge. Once the equipment has been cleaned, serviced and tested it is matched to an older person who needs it. Volunteers deliver the equipment.

The LACT reduces the cost of care for families when supporting their parents to remain at home for as long as possible, reduces landfill and upcycles equipment that older people need. Several residents have already received free equipment that enabled them to regain independence and stay in the communities they know and have lived in for a long time. Pensioners and those on Home Care Packages are able to spend their scarce resources on care rather than equipment. LACT creates opportunities for local residents to make a positive difference in the lives of their senior neighbours by donating equipment.