American Red Cross

I have been donating blood since I was in college. I am O+ and there is always a need for my blood. It doesn’t cost me anything to make it, so if my blood donation can helps someone, I’m down for it.
(A plea to all of you who could donate and don’t…my dad has cancer. He’s gone through multiple rounds of chemotherapy, which can mess up your platelet level. He wouldn’t be alive today if it weren’t for the generosity of strangers. He has had multiple blood transfusions.)
I regularly get calls from the Red Cross to donate. I tend to choose the Torrance location, not because it is close to me, but because of the professionalism of the staff. I’ve been to donation centers where they leave you on the table way longer than necessary or stick you multiple times.
I haven’t had any issues at the this location. Everyone I’ve encountered has been nice, professional and looking out for comfort. There was only one time that I got a bruise and they were super apologetic. (They were training a new person.)
Parking is easy. Snacks are always good. The bathroom is clean.
Please donate. Call 1−800-RED-CROSS A moment of discomfort can save a life.