The Medical Equipment Lending Society of West Central Alberta loans medical equipment to anyone in need. We are located in Rocky Mountain House, Alberta.
The M.E.L. Society enhances the life of West Central Albertans by providing a much needed medical/health equipment lending service that is no longer offered in our area by Alberta Health Services. By doing this, The M.E.L. Society promotes independence, mobility, quality of life, safety, equal access to equipment supports, and helps to reduce isolation for our clients. Society also maintains hospi
tal beds, complete cryo-therapy units, and other unique items not found at other lenders in the province. We do this to address multiple needs, meet the unique needs of our region and as a way to enhance our income recovery strategy while offering a comprehensive volunteer based equipment lending program in our region. The Society does not receive annual government funding nor receives financial or in-kind support from Alberta Health Services. We have supported people from over 20 communities in 3 provinces and one territory. To date we have served more than ~1200 people and lent out more than 2608 pieces since our opening in 2016. We have successfully supported our regions equipment needs while promoting volunteerism, advocating for equal funding for lending charities at the provincial level, and working to support environmentalism. Our 2019 statistical analysis showed that The M.E.L. Society largely serves a senior-female vulnerable/disadvantaged and at-risk clientele (~73.86% of our clients) who "are on very low incomes, who the majority of suffer from a form of disability or chronic illness and may be considered geographically isolated with few achieving higher education and struggle with mobility." Therefore, The M.E.L. Society continues to fill a service gap that hundreds of said individuals would most likely suffer significantly without a medical equipment lending service, who would lack the know-how to obtain a similar service elsewhere, who would struggle with increased travel costs, and who would continue to experience a lower quality of life should The M.E.L. Society's equipment lending program close. We continue to positively impact people's safety and sense of isolation, lessen the burden on our environment both locally and regionally, consistently meet peoples expectations and satisfy our clients equipment needs. Additionally, we have achieved ~17% self-sustainability furthering our goal of reducing reliance on grants and donations to cover core costs, reducing the need for client-based donations which helps keep money in peoples pockets, especially low-income individuals. Donate via Paypal, CanadaHelps or Benevity:
On behalf of the Board of Directors and Executive Director, The M.E.L. Society gives a heartfelt thank you to all our Volunteers. Your dedication inspires us all. Thanks to all of you for putting your heart into everything you do here, you are so appreciated.
We are currently looking for volunteers for administration and our cleaning departments.
If you would like to be a volunteer to lend a hand and be part of something meaningful, please contact us at 403-845-7470 or
e-mail us at ed@melsociety.ca for an application.
Thank you:)
04/16/2026
We're looking for passionate, caring individuals to join our Volunteer Team. If you can give 2-4 hours per week, your time will make a real difference.
We are needing volunteers to help with front end administration and for our equipment cleaning area. If you're ready to lend a hand and be part of something meaningful, we'd love to hear from you.
Please call 403-845-7470 or e-mail: ed@melsociety.ca to request an application. Thank you☺️
11/10/2025
The MEL Society will be closed Tuesday November 11 in honour of Remembrance Day
11/06/2025
The MEL Society is so appreciative of all the local support for our first ever Fashion Show Fundraiser Event held at Copper Creek on November 1!! 🤩💃
09/26/2025
Please note that the MEL Society will be closed on Tuesday September 30 for National Day of Truth and Reconciliation
09/15/2025
Did you know..🧐.The MEL Society not only rents out lightly used Medical Equipment, but also accepts donations of used equipment! Please contact us during office hours of Mon-Thurs 9-1 at 403-845-7470 to set up a time to drop off items that are currently being accepted😀. THANK YOU!!
09/04/2025
Our M.E.L Society Volunteers will be BBQ fundraising with Rocky Co-op this Friday! Thank you so much for your local support for a wonderful cause in our local community.
08/28/2025
The MEL Society is currently seeking volunteers 2-4 hours per week. Email ed@melsociety.ca if you are interested in lending a helping hand in our community😇😀
08/28/2025
Happy long weekend! The Mel Society will be closed Monday September 1 for Labour Day. Our normal operating hours are Mon-Thurs 9-1
06/26/2025
Thank you everyone for the continued support of The MEL Society in RMH! We will be open on Monday June 30, but will be CLOSED on Tuesday July 1st for Canada Day. Happy and safe celebrating!!
05/27/2025
Join us for our Annual General Meeting on June 4, 2025, at 5 p.m. at Bay 2, 4907 44th street. The Medical Equipment Lending Society invites you to attend and partake in refreshments. We ask that you RSVP (403-845-7470) or ED@melsociety.ca, and share this information with your community!
05/12/2025
Hi everyone! We will be closed for Victoria Day, Monday May 19.
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Contact The Practice
Send a message to The Medical Equipment Lending Society:
We are open Monday to Thursday from 9 am - 5pm. After Hours appointments are available for a minimum $100 donation.
We are located at: 4907-44 Street, Rocky Mountain House, AB T4T 1E1
The Medical Equipment Lending Society of West Central Alberta (hereinafter referred to as The M.E.L. Society) is a registered charity in Rocky Mountain House, Alberta that opened its doors on October 6, 2016. The Society provides a service which helps to prevent people from being and feeling isolated. The Society enhances their ability to access, participate and live in their community longer. This achieved through The Society’s medical equipment lending program.
The M.E.L Society has a large variety of medical equipment available for loan; a brief list can be found on the ‘About’ tab on our page under ‘Products.’ Everyone is eligible to borrow the equipment regardless of age, income, or residence.
On May 1, 2018, The Society implemented a service fee per month per piece of equipment in an effort to move towards financial sustainability and preserve its service. The fee can be waived for anyone who cannot afford it.
Donations can be made via this link: paypal.com/ca/fundraiser/charity/3717715
WE ARE NOT FUNDED BY OR RECEIVE FINANCIAL HELP FROM ALBERTA HEALTH SERVICES.
