Newcastle City Loan Equipment Service (NCLES)

Newcastle City Loan Equipment Service (NCLES) provides equipment to help with your daily living and nursing needs at home. This is a free service. You borrow equipment for as long as you need it. When it’s no longer needed they will collect the equipment, clean it and reuse it. They install, maintain and repair a wide range of equipment. The equipment available to borrow includes:

• Toilet seats, frames and commodes
• Walking sticks, walking frames and standing equipment
• Pressure relief products
• Lifting and handling products
• Specialist beds and seating
• Bath and shower boards, seats and rails

To borrow equipment you need to have an assessment. Speak to your:

• Doctor or GP surgery
• Adult Social Care at Newcastle City Council
• Hospital ward or department, if you’re currently receiving hospital treatment

You can return your equipment to NCLES when you no longer need it.