(Chelsea Update would like to thank Patty Roberts for the information in this story.)
Looking for a last minute Christmas gift?
How about giving the gift of life by donating blood.
Did you know that the Red Cross must collect nearly 14,000 blood donations every day for patients in need?
And that winter weather and illness can make it difficult for them to maintain a sufficient blood supply during this time of year? You can help.
Register to give blood at Chelsea District Library’s next drive on Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2018 from 1-7 p.m. in the McKune Room.
Setting up an appointment is fast and easy. Simply call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit www.redcrossblood.org and enter “chelsealibrary” into the Find a Blood Drive search box.
You can also reduce the time you spend at the drive by using the RapidPass tool, which lets you complete your pre-donation reading and health history online before your appointment.
To encourage donors during this time of year, the Red Cross will be giving out long-sleeved Red Cross T-shirts to those who donate between Dec. 21 and Jan. 7, while supplies last.
Start the New Year off by helping someone in need.
Your act of kindness could change a person’s life! For more information regarding donor eligibility, please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit www.redcrossblood.org.
About Us: Chelsea District Library is a not-for-profit organization whose mission is to provide equal access to quality resources that serve the lifelong cultural, educational and informational needs and interests of all people.
The library currently serves 15,100 residents in the Chelsea district, which includes the City of Chelsea and the Dexter, Lima, Lyndon, and Sylvan townships. Approximately 16,000 individuals visit the library each month.
For more information visit www.chelseadistrictlibrary.org.
