MLC / Medical Loan Closet

01/27/2026

This doesn’t happen every day — stop by the MLC and help us clear out some serious excess inventory.

01/27/2026

Good Morning! After a weekend of cold and snow, the Medical Loan Closet is open and ready to serve you. The sidewalks have been treated, and the parking lot has been cleared, but some snow remains. Please use extra caution when visiting.

01/26/2026

Temperatures are warming, and the MLC parking lot has been scooped. We will be open regular hours beginning Tuesday, 1/27/26.

01/24/2026

Please check in with your elderly or disabled neighbors and relatives this weekend to make sure they are doing okay. A quick phone call will likely mean a lot to them.

A big THANK YOU goes out to the road crews and emergency workers across Kansas who are working tirelessly to keep us safe!

01/23/2026

FYI: For anyone needing to go to an emergency shelter during the storm, the Wichita Animal Shelter will watch your pets at no charge while you stay warm.

01/23/2026

NOTICE: Due to worsening weather conditions & falling temperatures, the Medical Loan Closet will be closed the rest of the day today, (both Friday & Saturday). Please check our social media status on Tuesday, 01/27, as street and parking lot conditions improve.

01/23/2026

The calm(?), before the snow. Please keep safe and warm.

01/23/2026

Getting around in heavy snow and cold conditions is hard enough for people without disabilities. Please stay in touch with your support people during this time, and stay safe and warm. You can also let us know what you are doing to weather the storm.

01/22/2026

PLEASE NOTE: The Medical Loan Closet will be closed on Saturday, January 24, due to the forecasted winter storm. Please stay safe and warm and watch for possible updates.

Also, the planned memorial service for MLC Co-Founder Elaine Hanna has been rescheduled for Saturday, Feb. 14.

01/20/2026

PLEASE NOTE: THE PLANNED SERVICE FOR ELANE HAS BEEN MOVED TO FEB. 14. Please join us at College Hill United Methodist Church, 2930 E 1st, in Wichita, on Saturday, February 14th, at 10:00AM, as we gather to celebrate the life of Elaine and her legacy.

01/14/2026

PLEASE NOTE: THE PLANNED SERVICE FOR ELANE HAS BEEN MOVED TO FEB. 14.

Thank you for sharing your kind words and memories following the passing of Medical Loan Closet Co-Founder Elaine Hanna. Her celebration of life service will be held on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at 10 am at College Hill United Methodist Church, 2930 E 1st, Wichita, KS.

01/11/2026

PLEASE NOTE: THE PLANNED SERVICE FOR ELANE HAS BEEN MOVED TO FEB. 14.

Elaine Waverly Hanna
April 4, 1947 - December 27, 2025

It is with much sadness that we share with you the passing of Medical Loan Closet Co-Founder Elaine Hanna.

Elaine was born in Wisconsin in 1947, the daughter of Neil and Helen Stoffle. Always intellectually curious and astute, Elaine excelled in academics. She graduated from San Diego State University with a bachelor's in nursing. Afterwards, her studies in nursing continued, culminating in a master's in nursing from Wichita State. Finally, she finished her studies by completing a PhD in Adult Learning from Kansas State University.

Lloyd and Elaine have four children: Kim Hanna, Beth Hughes, Steve Hanna and Tyler Stearns from whom there are 11 grandchildren who have 4 children. When the family gathers, there is always enough for a party with Grandma Elaine at the center of attention.

She loved big and was loved by many friends beyond the family. She had a network of friends domestically and internationally through her medical work, the ASQC and Dr. Charles Deming. She was a US Army reservist of 21 years, active in Desert Storm, and retired as a Col. She co-founded the Medical Loan Closet in Wichita with her husband in 2013, which became yet another network of non-profits serving the underserved.

Following her retirement, travel became a staple of Elaine's life. Along with her husband, the two traveled the world over. After a particularly memorable trip to Ireland, she decided to become the Hanna's travel agent. She made arrangements for trips to Cuba, Antarctica, Singapore, Normandy Beach, and many more.

Elaine’s presence and warm heart made a lasting impact on anyone she met. Her legacy will continue through both her work and family.

Please join us at College Hill United Methodist Church in Wichita on Saturday, February 14, at 10:00AM, as we gather and celebrate Elaine.

Instead of flowers, please consider donating to the Medical Loan Closet of Wichita and the food pantry at College Hill United Methodist.