Last Updated on February 19, 2026 1:29 pm
NEWLAND, NC – A timely connection between a local non-profit and Avery County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is set to improve the lives of Avery residents. Quiet Givers has announced a donation of durable medical equipment to Avery County EMS, establishing a specialized inventory for use in the county’s Community Paramedicine program.
The partnership was born from a fortunate alignment of timing and community need. Last fall, Quiet Givers received a significant donation of high-quality medical equipment, ranging from wheelchairs and mobility aids to a hospital bed and lift. In January, the organization learned that Avery County EMS was actively looking to build a local supply of equipment to assist residents who struggle with home safety and recovery.
“Quiet Givers was created to fill the gaps in our community that other programs might miss,” said Angela Loos, Executive Director of Quiet Givers. “When we heard Avery EMS was looking for these exact items, we knew it was the perfect match. We had the equipment, and they have the professional expertise to get it to the people who truly need it.”
The equipment will be utilized by Jared Stafford, Avery County’s Community Paramedic. In his role, Stafford works directly with residents in their homes, assisting with medication compliance, chronic disease management, and post-hospitalization care. This inventory will serve as a professional resource for Stafford to use during his patient visits.
By putting these resources directly into the hands of the Community Paramedicine program, Quiet Givers ensures that the equipment is not only used but managed by a professional who understands the specific health challenges of the Avery County community.
About Quiet Givers: Quiet Givers is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization serving individuals and families in need across North Carolina’s High Country. Our unique model connects verified needs in the community with generous donors who want to help, all with a focus on dignity and anonymity. By partnering with trusted organizations like schools and healthcare providers, we ensure every gift goes directly to a verified, urgent need. Quiet Givers is funded entirely through private donations and local grants. Our commitment to private funding provides us with the financial flexibility required to quickly and uniquely meet the needs of the communities we serve.
For more information about Quiet Givers, please visit www.quietgivers.org or contact give@quietgivers.org.
About Avery County EMS: Avery County EMS provides emergency medical response and proactive community health services. Its Community Paramedicine program focuses on patient advocacy, reducing hospital readmissions, and improving the long-term well-being of residents through home-based care.
