My Grandparent Has Extra Diabetic Supplies — What Should I Do?

If your grandparent recently changed their treatment routine, moved into assisted care, or simply stocked up over the years, you might discover extra diabetic supplies in their home — and not know what to do with them.

Can you donate them? Should you throw them away? Or can you actually sell them?

Here’s a gentle, respectful guide to handling the situation.

👵 Why Grandparents Often Have Extra Supplies

It’s more common than you think. Older adults with diabetes may accumulate unused supplies when:

  • They switch from test strips to a CGM like Dexcom or Libre

  • They move into assisted living and stop managing their own care

  • Their doctor changes brands or prescriptions

  • They stop needing certain supplies entirely

This often leaves families — especially younger relatives — wondering what to do with sealed, unused boxes.

✅ You Can Sell Them If:

You can legally sell diabetic supplies if:

  • They are unopened, sealed, and unexpired (6+ months left)

  • They were paid for by your grandparent (not rented or claimed by insurance)

  • They’re in good condition (no moisture damage or crushed packaging)

Even if you’re not their legal guardian, as a close family member you can usually sell the supplies on their behalf if they no longer need them.

📦 What We Accept:

We pay cash for popular brands like:

  • Dexcom G6 & G7 sensors

  • Freestyle Libre 2 & 3

  • Omnipods (5-pack or 10-pack)

  • Test strips: FreeStyle Lite, OneTouch, Accu-Chek

❌ What We Can’t Accept:

  • Opened or damaged boxes

  • Expired items (or less than 6 months to expiration)

  • Items still being used or billed through insurance

💵 How to Sell:

  1. Snap a clear photo of the supplies (front and back)

  2. Text or email us the photos

  3. We send you a cash offer — same day

  4. Choose free local pickup or prepaid shipping

  5. Get paid the same day we receive your items

❤️ A Respectful Way to Help Others

Selling your grandparent’s extra supplies isn’t just about clearing space — it’s about helping others who need affordable diabetic care.

We handle every order with confidentiality, care, and respect. No pressure. No judgment. Just a simple way to give those supplies a second life.

📧 getcashfordiabeticsupplies@gmail.com
📱 (747) 242-3788
🌐 More Cash for Diabetic Supplies – SoCal

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