How do I return an item?

RETURN POLICY



MindCare wants you to be completely satisfied with your purchase. If you find that you need to return an item for replacement or refund, please review the complete details of our Return Policy below to determine if any special return conditions apply. 

ALL PRODUCTS, REGARDLESS OF THEIR CATEGORY TYPE, MUST BE ISSUED A RETURN AUTHORIZATION (RA) NUMBER BEFORE THEY CAN BE SENT BACK! Please click the link below to fill out a RA Form to request a refund or replacement. We will verify your order's return eligibility and issue a RA number if appropriate.


CLICK HERE TO REQUEST A RETURN

Most items may be returned within thirty (30) days of receipt. They must be returned at the customer's expense in their original packaging and meet the following conditions:

  • Product must be in new condition
  • Product must be returned in its original packaging
  • A Return Authorization (RA)* via our RA Form must be complete within thirty (30) days of receipt
  • Once an RA has been issued, products must be returned within fourteen (14) days
  • Products that are defective must be returned within ten (10) business days with a Return Authorization so please test your purchase upon receipt


  • Once we receive your items back and they are verified to be in new, unused condition, with all product wrappings and items included, we will issue a refund minus a 25% restocking fee. If a package is returned damaged or opened, a restocking fee of 50% will apply, excluding our original costs for shipping. All original shipping and handling charges are non-refundable. Large/heavy products that were purchased with 'Free Shipping' may have the the original shipping expense deducted from your refund. 

    * Please note that no return will be acted on without a Return Authorization number clearly displayed on the return form as well as the reason for the return and order number.

    Fall Prevention Products
    Most of our Fall Prevention Products can be returned withing thirty (30) days of their purchase date. Please email: [email protected] to verify the specific return policy for your item(s) as different manufacturers have their own return policies.

    Sensor Pads and Floor Mats cannot be folded or tightly rolled. They can be loosely rolled with supportive packaging (such as air pillows or packing peanuts) placed in the center void. If we receive a return with a folded or creased sensor pad or floor mat, that item may not be returnable.

    Bathroom, Bathing, Dining & Medication Related Products
    Bathroom, Bathing, Dining and most Medication Dispensers or Medication Related Products are non-returnable due to hygienic and safety reasons. If you are unsure whether one of these products is going to meet your needs, please email: [email protected] with questions before ordering.

    Incontinence Products
    Our Incontinence Products are non-returnable once the product packaging has been opened, due to hygienic reasons. If you are unsure whether one of these products is going to meet your needs, please email: [email protected] with questions before ordering.

    Books, DVDs, CDs, Digital Music, Muffs, Plush / Fabric Items, Blankets, Activity Pillows, and Activity Aprons
    Please note all books, dvds, cds, muffs, plush / fabric items, weighted blankets, activity pillows and aprons are final sale and not eligible for refunds. If you are unsure whether one of these products is going to meet your needs, please email: [email protected] with questions before ordering.

    Cellular, Wandering Monitoring and/or GPS Products
    Our GPS Watches/Products and Cellular Phones have a strict return policy due to the costs associated with set-up and activation. Activation and technical support for GPS/Cellular Products will be provided by the manufacturer and instructions will be included with your order. GPS Watches and Cellular Phones will only be accepted if they contain all original packaging, cords and paperwork. They must be in perfect condition and show no signs of wear. No refunds will be given for damaged devices or packaging and all returns will be inspected by the manufacturer for eligibility. All GPS and Cellular devices are subject to the signal strength and consistency of the signal in the area of use. Poor signal strength is not considered a defect and a reason to replace the device. Please note; none of our GPS devices are 100% water proof, they are water resistant. DO NOT SUBMERGE A DEVICE IN WATER OR TAKE A SHOWER WITHOUT A PROTECTIVE GLOVE. WE DO NOT REPLACE WATCHES THAT WERE DAMAGED DURING USE.

    Service Plans & Memberships
    Pre-paid plans, memberships, annual contracts, monitoring plans or activation fees cannot be pro-rated or refunded once they begin.

    All Other Product Categories
    You must email: [email protected]  to verify the return period allowed on your product and then arrangements can be made to return the product for a refund. Products must be unused and in new condition with all accessory items and product packaging. Please be aware that many of these products carry a 25% restocking fee that will be deducted from your refund. Please email:  [email protected] to clarify a product's specific return policy before ordering or returning. 

    Please email: [email protected] if you are in any way unclear as to the Return Policy on any particular product.

    Warranties
    Each manufacturer has different warranty policies. If an item description does not state its warranty information, please email: [email protected] to clarify warranty coverage and implementation. If you have purchased a product and are having difficulties with it, please email: [email protected] for warranty assistance. All defective items must be returned within the first ten (10) days of purchase, so please be sure to test all products purchased upon receipt. If more than (10) days have passed, any warranty or extended warranty claims should be handled directly with the manufacturer. Data coverage and signal strength issues for GPS devices is NOT a product defect. Please check that these items will work in your area BEFORE activation!

    * Items will not be exchanged unless they are defective or damaged. If any parts are missing, upon availability, we will send them to you. If you want to cancel items that have not yet shipped, email us immediately at [email protected]


    ** International shipments due to the cost of shipping are non-refundable.

    Please note that our products are not a substitute for full time supervision and monitoring of your loved one or patient, but are designed to augment the personal supervision of a caregiver.



    CHANGE OF ADDRESS: If you need to change the address of delivery after the product has been shipped, a $19.00 change of address fee will be charged to your credit card if the item was shipped with UPS.