The Shepherd’s Keep is a central location where donated medical supplies and equipment are made available to people who need them. 

The Shepherd’s Keep is managed by Medical Missions for Christ Clinic. It is part of our Shepherding Program that connects individuals in our community with health-related resources.

Funding for this project has been received from:

• Community Foundation of the Lake
• Kent Memorial Lutheran Church
• Stacey O’Neal, Lakefront Living Realty

How to Donate to Shepherd’s Keep

You MUST call ahead 573-346-7777 to schedule a donation drop-off. We can’t accept all items; it must be inspected first. NEVER leave items when no one is here to accept it.

Other requirements:

• The original owner’s name and address must be removed
• Items with fabric components (braces, straps, etc) must be clean and be sterilizable with bleach or other disinfectants

We have limited storage space and may not be able to accept all items. If an item remains in inventory for an extended period of time, it may be discarded without notice.

Prescription medications may be accepted at our clinic (not through Shepherd’s Keep).  Medicines cannot be controlled substances (narcotics, pain killers, etc), must be in date, and must be sealed. Call 573-346-7777 for information.

How to Request Items from Shepherd’s Keep

Check the inventory list to see if we have an item you need. The list will be updated regularly, so if it isn’t there, check again later. If you find an item you need, call us at 573-346-7777 to ask questions &/or arrange a time to pick it up.

When you accept an item, you’ll be asked to sign a form acknowledging the following:

• It is my responsibility to get my physician’s approval for the use of any equipment and/or supplies I receive and to follow recommendations my physician gives me
• The items I am accepting have been donated to Medical Missions for Christ Clinic by another person or entity and are offered to me “as is” 
• Medical Missions for Christ Clinic does not guarantee the safety, cleanliness, working order, suitability, or functionality of these items
• Medical Missions for Christ Clinic will not repair, sterilize, calibrate, adjust settings, or make any changes to any items given to me
• Medical Missions for Christ Clinic will not give advice for, or monitor the use of, any items I receive

The items I receive may not be complete but may require ancillary equipment or supplies to function properly.  I accept the responsibility for acquiring these additional items and will consult a medical professional as needed.

I take full responsibility for the equipment and/or supplies I am receiving and will not hold Medical Missions for Christ Clinic liable for any complications that may arise from the use of these items.

There is no charge for donating or receiving items from Shepherd’s Keep. Cash donations are always appreciated but are never required.