PLAINFIELD, Ill. — A community blood drive in Plainfield on March 23 aims to boost regional blood supplies and encourage local donors to participate.
The Village of Plainfield is hosting the event Monday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Community Room, 24401 West Lockport Street, according to information released by village officials and Versiti Blood Center of Illinois, which is coordinating the collection.
Organizers say appointments are appreciated, though walk-in donors are also welcome throughout the event.
Donors can schedule a time through versiti.org/IL, by using the Versiti Donor mobile app, or by calling (800) 7TO-GIVE. A photo ID is required to donate.
Blood centers across the Midwest regularly rely on community donation events to maintain supplies for hospitals treating trauma patients, surgical cases, and individuals with chronic medical conditions that require transfusions.
Event organizers also recommend donors eat a healthy meal and drink plenty of water before donating to help ensure a smooth donation process.
The Village of Plainfield frequently partners with regional blood organizations to host local drives intended to make donating more accessible for residents who may not be able to travel to larger donation centers.
Students, young workers, and commuters in the Plainfield area may find midday community drives like this one convenient between school, work, or errands.
Officials say each successful donation can help support multiple patients in need of blood products across Illinois.
Residents interested in donating are encouraged to register ahead of time, though organizers emphasize that anyone meeting eligibility requirements may stop by during the event window.
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