What can I donate at American Red Cross Blood Services - Connecticut Region?

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 American Red Cross.

American Red Cross Blood Services - Connecticut Region

Q: Is donating at American Red Cross Blood Services - Connecticut Region paid or volunteer?

American Red Cross Blood Services - Connecticut Region appears to be a volunteer blood donation site — donations are unpaid and go to patients in need.

Network operating

♥ VolunteerWhole bloodPower RedPlateletsPlasma

209 Farmington Ave., Farmington, CT, 06032

(800)-448-3543

Operator: American Red Cross

★★★★★3 (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.

Blood Donation Volunteer2010-10-24
★★★★★
The Connecticut Chapter of the American Red Cross was formed from the union of eight American Red Cross Chapters in Connecticut - the Charter Oak, Darien/Stamford, Mid-Fairfield Country, Milford, New Canaan, South Central Connecticut, Waterbury Area and Western Connecticut Chapters. Telephone: (877) 287-3327 Hours: Whole Blood Hours: Wednesday: 12:45 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Saturday: 6:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Apheresis Hours: (Please call to schedule a platelet donation appointment at 1-860-678-2749) Monday: 7:00 a.m. - 10: 00 p.m. Tuesday: 7: 00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Wednesday: 7:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Thursday: 7:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Friday: 7:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Saturday: 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Blood Donors2010-10-22
★★★★★
The Connecticut Chapter of the American Red Cross was formed from the union of eight American Red Cross Chapters in Connecticut - the Charter Oak, Darien/Stamford, Mid-Fairfield Country, Milford, New Canaan, South Central Connecticut, Waterbury Area and Western Connecticut Chapters. Telephone: (877) 287-3327 The Mission: The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization led by volunteers and guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement, will provide relief to victims of disasters and help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies.