Is donating at Community Blood Services paid or volunteer?

Community Blood Services appears to be a volunteer blood donation site — donations are unpaid and go to patients in need.

What can I donate at Community Blood Services?

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.

Community Blood Services

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♥ VolunteerWhole bloodPower RedPlateletsPlasma

63 Beaver Brook Rd, Lincoln Park, NJ, 07035

866-228-1500

Operator: Vitalant

★★★★★5 (1 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 (1)

Historical community reviews restored from the original BloodBanker directory.

Glenda Verdonik2011-08-10
★★★★★
Everyone is very kind and caring and explain each step of the process. I just donated platelets yesterday and walked out of there feeling fine!