Is donating at Rhode Island Blood Center paid or volunteer?

Rhode Island Blood Center appears to be a volunteer blood donation site — donations are unpaid and go to patients in need.

What can I donate at Rhode Island Blood Center?

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 New York Blood Center.

Rhode Island Blood Center

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♥ VolunteerWhole bloodPower RedPlateletsPlasma

Pavilion Plaza 2222 Diamond Hill Rd, Woonsocket, RI, 02895

800-283-8385

Operator: New York Blood Center

★★★★★4 (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.

Deborah B.2008-12-16
★★★★★
Everytime I have been to the Blood Center in Woonsocket (even without an appointment!) I have been well received and the staff is very pleasant and professional. It makes it easy to give blood in such an environment.