There’s almost always a surplus of something in our homes — whether one is a pack rat, hoarder or someone who has simply outgrown certain items — courtesy the consumerist society we live in. This excess is relegated to the attic until it threatens to burst and then we hand it off to the nearest scrap dealer or house help. There is, however, a better way to address this ‘problem of plenty’ where these commodities can live out their original purpose. Here are a few:
Medical Equipment
When Ajayan’s father suffered a stroke, he bought a medical bed for their home. As his father’s health progressed, the family went on to buy a wheelchair, walker and finally, a walking stick. At each stage, they found themselves saddled with almost-new equipment that they were no longer using. “We realised the sudden expense could be a drain on resources so in 2017, we began the Sanathya Foundation where people could approach us for what they needed and we’d hand them over free of cost. One of our criteria is they return the item once they finished utilising it,” says Ajayan.
