We have two new drop-off sites for small to medium sized community equipment. These facilities are part of our ongoing commitment to improving community social care services and enhancing accessibility for our residents.
Locations of drop-off sites
- Observatory House Car Park
- Address: 25 Windsor Rd, Slough SL1 2EL.
- Opening times: Monday-Friday 9am-5.30pm.
- To access please speak to reception to be let through the gate.
- Chalvey Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)
- Address: White Hart Road, off Spackmans Way, SL1 2SF.
- Open 7 days a week. Opening times for Chalvey Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC).
- Access by vehicle only. Access requirements for Chalvey Household Waste Recycling Centre.
At both locations, residents will find a dedicated container clearly labelled for the return of community equipment.
Items accepted
- Adjustable bed rails.
- Adjustable shower chairs.
- Bathing equipment.
- Commodes.
- Perching stools.
- Rollators.
- Toilet frames.
- Other similar small community equipment.
Items not accepted
Please note that due to size and safety restrictions, the following items cannot be accepted at these drop-off sites:
- mattresses
- profiling beds
- mobile hoists
- wheelchairs - contact NHS East Berkshire Specialist Mobility/ Wheelchair Service on 0118 904 32 22.
- any other large community equipment.
This is to make sure the containers can be used efficiently and remain accessible to all users who need to return smaller items.
How to return larger items
Please contact NRS on 0344 893 6960 who will be happy to arrange collection of these large community equipment items.
Further help
If you have any questions about what can be dropped off, or if you need further information about the new community equipment drop-off sites, please do get in touch by:
- email: reablementadmin@slough.gov.uk
- phone: 01753 475 111, option 1 for Adult Social Care.