Is donating at United Blood Services, Central Coast (Salinas) paid or volunteer?

United Blood Services, Central Coast (Salinas) appears to be a volunteer blood donation site — donations are unpaid and go to patients in need.

What can I donate at United Blood Services, Central Coast (Salinas)?

Based on the operator, this center collects whole blood, power red (double red cells), platelets, plasma. Availability can vary — confirm with the center.

Do I need an appointment to donate?

Many centers prefer or require an appointment. You can usually schedule through Vitalant.

United Blood Services, Central Coast (Salinas)

Closed

♥ VolunteerWhole bloodPower RedPlateletsPlasma

969 N Main St, Salinas, CA, 93906

831-751-1993

Operator: Vitalant

★★★★★4 (2 reviews)

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Before you go

✅ Bring a photo ID and a list of any medications.
💧 Hydrate well and eat iron-rich food beforehand.
😴 Get a good night's sleep; avoid heavy exercise right after.
🕒 Set aside about an hour (about 1 hour (10 min in the chair)).

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Donor reviews (2)

Historical community reviews restored from the original BloodBanker directory.

Mark2013-12-11
★★★★★
This center, in Salinas, is no longer there. Please visit www.UnitedBloodServices.org for your closest donation center or www.blood4life.org for your closest blood drive to donate blood.
lillian marisela miranda-damian2009-09-18
★★★★★
how much do you pay to get blood?