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‘We give people their life back’

Members of Devices 4 the Disabled assist those in need at their warehouse, 2701 W. 36th Place, March 12, 2025. Founded in 2015 by Franciscan Father Ed Shea and Bob Shea, the organization refurbishes used medical equipment that otherwise would end up in landfills. They provide it free to those without insurance, the underinsured or those who cannot afford to purchase the equipment they desperately need to live their lives. (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)
Founding Director Bob Shea talks with Mayra Gutierrez and Misael Suarez who stopped in for a visit. Members of Devices 4 the Disabled assist those in need at their warehouse, 2701 W. 36th Place, March 12, 2025. Founded in 2015 by Franciscan Father Ed Shea and Bob Shea, the organization refurbishes used medical equipment that otherwise would end up in landfills. They provide it free to those without insurance, the underinsured or those who cannot afford to purchase the equipment they desperately need to live their lives. (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)
Jessica Corbus, executive director of Devices 4 the Disabled, answers questions from Janet and Elvia Teran about a home toilet for a loved one. (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)
Blaze Nacker and Chris O'Shea adjust equipment in the warehouse. (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)
Chris O'Shea brings a recently donated, new hospital bed into the warehouse. (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)
Rosario Calderon, Godo Vargas and Emiliano Rojas clean up a donated wheelchair. (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)
Wheelchairs, walkers and other medical equipment as seen in the warehouse. (Karen Callaway/Chicago Catholic)

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