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amother
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Thu, Feb 20 2020, 3:04 pm
Hi all!
I want to start a doona gemach. The basics is that I have a doona to lend out for short term. Meaning your flying somewhere and would enjoy the convenience of a doona or you have a lot of appts and would benefit from the convenience etc. what do I need to know?
Should I write up a type of contract?
Do I need to worry about protecting myself in case Chas vshalom something happens and I could be sued??
I appreciate all help and advice!
Thanks!
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nchr
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Thu, Feb 20 2020, 3:39 pm
I really don't think that this gemach makes much sense, and you can end up with issues (I.e. second hand car seats have safety concerns). I am a big believer in MYOB, but figured I'd let you know that as a friend I'd strongly advise against this. I can't see there being a significant need for this type of gemach.
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Elfrida
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Thu, Feb 20 2020, 3:48 pm
Certainly some kind of contract stating the period of time it is being lent out for, at the very minimum. And maybe a deposit.
People aren't so careful with gemach stuff as they are with their own. Normal wear and tear happens, and sometimes more serious accidents happen. How are you planning for maintenance? You probably need something to cover you in case of accidents, but you also need to check it carefully each time someone returns it, to be sure that it is still in safe condition.
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amother
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Thu, Feb 20 2020, 3:50 pm
I think the doona will get abused too fast for a gemach to be sustainable.
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amother
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Thu, Feb 20 2020, 4:20 pm
there is definitely something to this affect in the tristate area - not sure where though
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amother
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Thu, Feb 20 2020, 4:50 pm
Elfrida wrote: | Certainly some kind of contract stating the period of time it is being lent out for, at the very minimum. And maybe a deposit.
People aren't so careful with gemach stuff as they are with their own. Normal wear and tear happens, and sometimes more serious accidents happen. How are you planning for maintenance? You probably need something to cover you in case of accidents, but you also need to check it carefully each time someone returns it, to be sure that it is still in safe condition. |
Right very true.. I live in a yeshiva community. Would right now be open to the yeshiva families... mb I would start like that?
I’m doing it as a zechus for someone.. I really want it to work!
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amother
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Thu, Feb 20 2020, 5:48 pm
Here is the NY gemach list. Try calling existing gemachs and ask them how to start yours, I am sure most people would be happy to share. Also, consider speaking to an attorney to draft some kind of contract that would release you from liability and will spell out conditions of borrowing. When people are returning car seats, you have to ask if car seats were present in any type of accident. Tizku'le mitzvos!
Baby Equipment
Baby Carriers
Infant and toddlers available. Deposit returned.
Call: (718) 336-0212
Baby Scales in Williamsburg
Call: (718) 599-5508
Baby Infant Digital Scales
Call Braun at: (718) 915-6612
Bassinet Gemach
Call: (347) 228-9222 (Boro Park)
Bili Blanket Gemach
Jaundice lowering electrical medical blanket.
Call 10 am-5 pm: (718) 851-2500 ext. 5 or (718) 437-8831
Bubby’s Car Seat Gemach
Short-term car seat gemach perfect for picking up grandchildren at airport or over Yom Tov.
Call C. S. Fogel at: (718) 338-1676 (evenings)
Chasdei Chaim Car Seat Gemach
Boro Park call: (917) 468-7557
Williamsburg call: (718) 384-4622
Doona Gemach
If you need a doona for a short period of time.
Call: (845) 548-6673 (Ocean parkway & Foster) or (260) 366-6293
Gemach Keren Eta Rashi
Porta-cribs for newborns. $20 deposit.
Call: (718) 382-5592
Keren Memalei
Will find someone who can use your crib, swing, playpen, etc.
Call Mrs. Loeb at: (718) 377-3810
Pack ‘N Play Gemach
For short-term use. $20 deposit.
Call: (718) 851-6304
Playpen Gemach
Call (718) 963-3328 or (718) 858-2935 (Williamsburg)
Sorala’s Baby Gemach
Digital baby scales, nursing pumps, pack‘n plays, booster chairs, snap and go, baby bath tubs and more. For short-term use. Refundable deposit required.
Call: (347) 201-BABY and leave a clear message.
Text for appointment: (978) 563-9528
Zichron Aharon Tzvi Yehuda v’ Chaya Rochel – Boro Park Baby Gemach
Pack ‘n Plays, bassinets, car seats, snap ‘n go’s. No charge, cash deposit, 6 weeks.
Call: (718) 854-6829
Gemach Zichron Gedalya
Car, infant, and booster seats lent for 2 weeks. $20 deposit.
Call: (718) 438-5451
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amother
Khaki
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Thu, Feb 20 2020, 6:31 pm
Call the existing doona gemach in Flatbush for advice.
I rented a doona there and I know many people who did as well.
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amother
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Thu, Feb 20 2020, 7:01 pm
amother [ Natural ] wrote: | Here is the NY gemach list. Try calling existing gemachs and ask them how to start yours, I am sure most people would be happy to share. Also, consider speaking to an attorney to draft some kind of contract that would release you from liability and will spell out conditions of borrowing. When people are returning car seats, you have to ask if car seats were present in any type of accident. Tizku'le mitzvos!
Baby Equipment
Baby Carriers
Infant and toddlers available. Deposit returned.
Call: (718) 336-0212
Baby Scales in Williamsburg
Call: (718) 599-5508
Baby Infant Digital Scales
Call Braun at: (718) 915-6612
Bassinet Gemach
Call: (347) 228-9222 (Boro Park)
Bili Blanket Gemach
Jaundice lowering electrical medical blanket.
Call 10 am-5 pm: (718) 851-2500 ext. 5 or (718) 437-8831
Bubby’s Car Seat Gemach
Short-term car seat gemach perfect for picking up grandchildren at airport or over Yom Tov.
Call C. S. Fogel at: (718) 338-1676 (evenings)
Chasdei Chaim Car Seat Gemach
Boro Park call: (917) 468-7557
Williamsburg call: (718) 384-4622
Doona Gemach
If you need a doona for a short period of time.
Call: (845) 548-6673 (Ocean parkway & Foster) or (260) 366-6293
Gemach Keren Eta Rashi
Porta-cribs for newborns. $20 deposit.
Call: (718) 382-5592
Keren Memalei
Will find someone who can use your crib, swing, playpen, etc.
Call Mrs. Loeb at: (718) 377-3810
Pack ‘N Play Gemach
For short-term use. $20 deposit.
Call: (718) 851-6304
Playpen Gemach
Call (718) 963-3328 or (718) 858-2935 (Williamsburg)
Sorala’s Baby Gemach
Digital baby scales, nursing pumps, pack‘n plays, booster chairs, snap and go, baby bath tubs and more. For short-term use. Refundable deposit required.
Call: (347) 201-BABY and leave a clear message.
Text for appointment: (978) 563-9528
Zichron Aharon Tzvi Yehuda v’ Chaya Rochel – Boro Park Baby Gemach
Pack ‘n Plays, bassinets, car seats, snap ‘n go’s. No charge, cash deposit, 6 weeks.
Call: (718) 854-6829
Gemach Zichron Gedalya
Car, infant, and booster seats lent for 2 weeks. $20 deposit.
Call: (718) 438-5451 |
WOW!!! This is amazing thank you so much!!
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amother
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Thu, Feb 20 2020, 7:02 pm
amother [ Khaki ] wrote: | Call the existing doona gemach in Flatbush for advice.
I rented a doona there and I know many people who did as well. |
Ty!
What did you have to do when borrowing it?
Leave a deposit?
Sign any kind of contract?
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Just One
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Fri, Feb 21 2020, 12:22 am
amother [ OP ] wrote: | Ty!
What did you have to do when borrowing it?
Leave a deposit?
Sign any kind of contract? |
I used them too. No contact. Payment was one of two ways:
1) rent for $25 /wk
2) if child has a medical condition they give it for free one month at a time with $100 deposit which is returned once doona is brought back in good condition
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