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    5.0 (1 review)

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    Lifesource

    4.1(28 reviews)
    24.1 miDePaul, Lincoln Park

    This place has recently been renamed Valiant but when you search for blood donation centers, both…read morewill come up. This place is clean, has a small parking lot, and runs efficiently. I did have trouble making an appointment online, but called and got one scheduled however they also take walk ins. Checkin is self initiated, with lots of sanitizer available, and then a series of tables and chairs to wait at. Right now with the need for blood, it was definitely busy but the staff was very apologetic and continued servicing each donar with speed. I've given blood many times with many centers and I was very impressed with their response when I passed out after donating casually eating my crackers. They swooped me up, got me in a wheel chair quickly with lots of ice packs and settled into a bed. Shout out to Denise who managed my vitals, got my head and lip checked out, then gave all the info to my husband to take me home after clearing it with the rest of the staff. They then called the next day to check on me. I felt really comfortable with this location and the staff that was working enough to go back. She let me know to tell them I had an incident before and they would take extra precautions. I'm happy I could give blood to support those who need it and have so many wonderful people and places to take on that job. Recommend this establishment.

    I honestly never thought I'd be motivated to rate a blood donation center 5 stars, but I was…read moreincredibly impressed with my experience at Lifesource. I got in, got checked in right away- we went through all my medical history questions (after checking my blood to make sure my iron levels were high enough to donate) and everything else went incredibly smoothly. Everyone on the staff was informative, friendly and helpful. They said they're in the most need for red cells, so if you're getting that itch to do some good for the world, consider donating red cells -- though of course while blood, platelets and plasma are graciously accepted as well. They make sure you're ok after you donate by asking you to have a snack and wait a few minutes. Really, I felt like they did everything right. Donating full blood took me about 8 minutes. Hoping to go back in 8 weeks (the mandatory waiting period). And you should too.

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    1.9(15 reviews)
    7.3 mi

    To the Management Team,…read more I am writing to formally contest a three-month deferral placed on my donor profile following an incident on Monday, April 12. I have been a consistent donor and am concerned that this deferral is the result of an equipment or staff error rather than a medical necessity. Incident Details: On April 12, I was seated for my donation. The phlebotomist on duty (who was not wearing a name badge, though my records will show who was assigned to my bed) performed the stick. However, only five minutes into the process, she disconnected me. When I questioned why the process ended so quickly--as my donations typically take 50 minutes--the technician stated, "It was the machine." I specifically asked if this would result in a deferral, and she assured me it would not because she was able to successfully return my red blood cells. The Dispute: I returned to donate two days later and found I could not sign in. After waiting for a manager who was reportedly checking work instructions, I was told via a security guard that I am now deferred until June. I would like a formal explanation and a review of my file based on the following points: 1 Red Blood Cell Return: CSL policy generally dictates that if red blood cells are returned, a long-term deferral is not required. If my cells were returned as stated by the technician, why has a 60-day+ deferral been issued? 2 Safety Protocols: Unlike previous experiences where a "no-return" occurs, I was not monitored for the standard 10-15 minutes, nor was I provided with an electrolyte drink, further supporting the technician's claim that the return was successful. 3 Equipment Setup: I noticed blood in the plasma line and suspect the machine may not have been spiked or primed correctly. 4 Recurring Issue: A similar incident occurred in October where an employee admitted fault for a machine setup error. I am concerned that I am being penalized for a repeated technical error by staff. I value the opportunity to donate, but I find it unacceptable to be deferred for three months due to an employee or equipment mistake. I am requesting that a manager review the logs for my April 12 donation, identify the technician involved, and contact me to discuss the removal of this deferral. I look forward to your prompt response.

    Great place friendly staff sometimes long lines but they go very fast…read more intake very knowledgeable about the process. never a problem with the payment. 5 *****

    Lifesource Blood Center - blooddonation - Updated May 2026

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