As part of the American Red Cross Western Lake Erie Blood Region, the Hancock County Chapter hosts regular community blood drives  organized by local volunteers.  Volunteers also assist in the operation of the drives in several vital areas;

• Donor Recruitment and Scheduling - Contact past donors to inform them when they are eligible to donate again and schedule their next appointment.
• Pak Table – Follow established procedures to assemble blood paks, which include attaching the donor unit numbers and test tubes used in collection. 
• Donor Canteen – Ensure that blood donors have snacks and drinks following donation; Award donors with recognition pins, as appropriate; Encourage donors to return for future donations; Serve as timekeeper and reaction monitor.
• Donor Director – Ensure that donors appointments are honored as close to their appointment time and possible and that walk-ins are seen as quickly as possible.
• Donor Processor – Welcome donors upon arrival and direct them to the registration station; Act as an ambassador to promote a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere; Inform donor on length of the entire donation process; (there may be extenuating circumstances causing delays); Brief donor on pertinent information.

Fill out the form below for more information on becoming a Hancock County Red Cross Blood Services volunteer