News Summary
The American Red Cross is organizing a blood drive in Mission Viejo on May 23. Set at Shepherd of the Hills United Methodist Church, the event encourages locals to donate blood. Identification is required for participation. This blood drive is part of a series throughout South Orange County, promoting the importance of blood donations, especially as summer approaches. Residents are urged to register in advance and contribute to saving lives within their community.
Mission Viejo Hosts American Red Cross Blood Drive on May 23, 2025
The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive in Mission Viejo on Friday, May 23, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM. The event will take place at the Shepherd of the Hills United Methodist Church, located at 26001 Muirlands. Participants are required to present identification to donate blood.
Upcoming Blood Drives in South Orange County
This blood drive in Mission Viejo is part of a series of blood drives organized by the American Red Cross throughout South Orange County in 2025. Immediately following the Mission Viejo event, another blood drive is scheduled to take place on Sunday, May 25, 2025, at the Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church in San Clemente from 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM.
Following that, an additional blood drive will be held on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at the Mission Viejo Country Club from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM. There are also plans for blood drives in other South Orange County locations within the same week. On Wednesday, May 28, 2025, the Dana Point Yacht Club will host a drive from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, while the Marina Hills Recreation Center in Laguna Niguel will conduct a blood drive from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
The following day, May 29, 2025, two blood drives are scheduled in Laguna Niguel and San Juan Capistrano, one occurring at the Faith Episcopal Church from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and another at AMFM Healthcare from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM. The last blood drive of this series will take place on Friday, May 30, 2025, at the Baha’is of San Clemente from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Daily Blood Donation Opportunities
In addition to these scheduled blood drives, the Laguna Hills Blood Donation Center offers blood donation opportunities daily throughout May 2025. It is located at 22971 Mill Creek Drive. Individuals interested in donating blood can easily make arrangements to visit the center, even on short notice.
Registration Required
Individuals wishing to participate in the blood drive are encouraged to register beforehand. To do so, they can call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767). It’s important to remember that times and dates for all blood drives may be subject to change. Attendees are advised to check for updates with the organizers before the events.
Importance of Blood Donations
Blood donations are essential to maintaining an adequate blood supply for various medical needs, including surgeries, accident victims, and patients with chronic illnesses. The American Red Cross plays a vital role in ensuring that hospitals have the blood necessary to care for patients in need. Each donation can save up to three lives, making participation in these drives crucial for the community.
With missions like these, the American Red Cross continues to address the pressing need for blood donations, particularly as summer months approach, traditionally associated with lower donation rates.
Residents are encouraged to mark their calendars for these upcoming blood drives and contribute by donating blood, as every drop counts.
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Additional Resources
- Mission Viejo Blood Drive Guide
- Wikipedia: Blood Donation
- Orange County Fairgrounds Farmers Market
- Google Search: Blood Donation Importance
- Laguna Beach Blood Drive Guide
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