In an age where the latest technology is often outdated in an incredibly short period of time, the question of just what to do with unwanted electronics is no small query. However, Hope Haven Industries, Inc., has the answer with its new E Recycling program.
As of just a few months ago, the sheltered workshop is accepting computers, monitors (not cracked or broken), mouses, keyboards, printers, cell phones, fax machines, VCRs, DVD players, CD players and satellite receivers.
The center is also accepting almost any small appliance that has a cord (working or non working) including: Hair care products like blow driers and curling irons; electric power tools like saws and drills; and small electric kitchen appliances like mixers and toasters. Hope Haven will also take other electric household appliances like clocks and fans.
“We provide a free, easy and effective way to dispose of all obsolete or outdated computers, cell phones, printers (both working or non-working), that are used in offices, schools, homes and by people on the go,” said Carole Hobbs, Hope Haven manager.
According to Hobbs, Hope Haven employees break the donated electronics down and then divide out the plastics, steel and other components. Hard drives, Hobbs says, are destroyed and sold as for the steel, plastics and other material.
Hobbs says the young program is already well received.
“We’re really getting a good response. No one in town accepts these items and, to my knowledge, we are the only sheltered workshop to do this,” she said.
To accommodate its customers, Hope Haven has a drop off site at 304 Clay Street that is available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
“We also offer free pick up for larger quantities,” Hobbs said.
