LifeSouth was a great experience from start to finish. Brooklyn walked me through the process and…read moregot me set up. Couldn't have been quicker and she is a pleasure to chat with. Nick is an excellent phlebotomist. My entire donation took less than 8 minutes. This is an excellent location and if you are someone who doesn't like to give blood, this is the place for you. They will make you feel very comfortable.

Nice enough place. The forms on the ipad to sign in were lengthy…read more The chairs where they suck your blood are in an open room. No privacy. The staff were nice enough if a bit distracted by their personal cell phones. The location was mostly empty when we came. The process was efficient. They promised to send me results of my cholesterol etc but never did.

Came in to donate plasma today and was so impressed with this location. It was really clean and…read morewell kept, and also easy to get to with lots of available parking. The staff members were also amazing. Everyone I worked with was super helpful, personable and professional. I was also super impressed by Anthony. I always have to donate from my right arm because everyone else either can't find a vein in my left arm or they miss it when they stick me. Anthony got it on the first try and was so fast that I barely felt a thing. I highly recommend this OctaPharma.

Although the center has improved over the last few years certain staff members are somewhat…read moreinconsiderate towards donors. Most donors like to listen to something on their phone or tablet but certain staff members like to crank up their radio in the donation area making it difficult for the donors to hear what they're trying to listen to. I think the staff listening to their music and having their boombox in the donation center is uncalled for. That should be kept in the break room. Not everyone wants to listen to the same kind of music that the staff wants. Despite using earbuds trying to drown out the staffs boombox having that music pounding is very irritating!

I had a bad experience, giving blood at The Retreat At Grande Lake when the big red bus visited…read morethis location. The phlebotomist who took my blood, was very rude and inconsiderate. I'm a 70-year-old veteran and she treated me as a perfunctory task she had to do rather than as a human being with feelings. I have given more than 2 pounds of blood over the past three years, but I won't be giving to One Blood again.

This is a wonderful donation center. I donate platelets and the two women who run this center are…read morekind, caring, funny and personable. I love being in service to others who need help.

As and avid active Red Cross Volunteer in NE Florida, I've had the privliage of being able to do…read moresome Volunteer work out of the Red Cross in St. Augustine. However it's a little on the small side with just one office it shares the same space as the United Way. I've done a few Flagler College Fair's for this particular Red Cross location and it also provides an awesome ability to be a great place to volunteer for Flager College students as well. So if you ever find yourself bored with nothing to do get out and VOLUNTEER for your local Red Cross! It's alot of fun.

The OneBlood Bus was at my office today and I took advantage. I normally work from home, but made…read morethe trip so I could participate. I'm a pretty good with the whole process of giving blood, but there are always a few nerves before getting stuck. My phlebotomist, Von, was excellent! Von chatted me up like a long lost friend easing any lingering nerves I had. She checked for allergies, told me when to squeeze, when to rest, and when to look away, if I needed to. Made sure I was doing well at every step of the way. Overall the Bus I was on was clean and appeared to be well organized. I interacted with everyone working the bus and all of them was both professional and a pleasure to communicate with. Offering instructions when needed, answering any questions, as well as ensuring a safe and comfortable environment. They offered both a Drink and a snack. There was a long sleeved shirt giveaway for donating.

My brother is in town visiting from the DC area and he suggested we donate blood after seeing the…read morebloodmobile in the Home Depot parking lot in Durban Creek town Center.He is someone who donates on a very frequently basis where this was my first time. We entered Blood mobile number 16 and were greeted initially by Courtney who I have to say put you at ease immediately with her genuine smile and outstanding customer service skills. She's required to ask some invasive questions but she does so in such a way that you felt comfortable and did not feel you were being judged. She was supportive, friendly, and most helpful in explaining the process. She truly is patient centered. Next I had Brian as the phlebotomist; where to begin with him? His technique was superb and in fact every time I have to give blood for the doctor I always end up with large bruises for days on end because I have hard veins to stick. Though the stick in my left arm did produce a tad bit of blood it did not work because I started to clot. Brian skillfully moved to my right arm and did so efficiently and effortlessly. I have to say that his technique was by far the best I have ever experienced because at the end of the day I had no bruises. The right arm flowed like the Mississippi River and they got what they needed! Overall I was most impressed with Courtney and Brian; one blood should be very proud and honored to have such fine professionals help someone make a difference. Thank you Brian, and thank you Courtney I will be back.

My nerves my nerves well they showed up today as I felt my heart was beaten like a drum. Always…read morelove doing good for myself and others even though needles freak me out. So as many people get nervous going to the doctor I get both nervous and paranoid. My bp spikes and only a feeling of comfort relaxes me to the point of my bp returning to normal. Add donating blood and boom I have an instant 4 alarm fire going on. This is a special thanks to Ms. K. Smith for taking the the to talk me through the process, being patient with me as my first bp was slightly over the qualifying pressure and supplying me with all the free goodies that I received for doing such a simple act of kindness. The Big Red Bus was not only cool, cozy, and clean but a great source of service to be able to get out to areas that many people can walk or take public transportation to, adding a free fandango ticket and free appetizer is a great added bonus. See you in a few weeks for another donation! Kudos to this service and saving lives!!

First time donating blood and it was a great experience! They were able to take me right away…read more After taking my info we had to check my iron levels then answered lots of questions. After that I was on a very comfy chair. Alyson took care of me from start to finish. She is a sweetheart. Asked if I wanted a blanket, something to drink and if I wanted snacks. Once she was all setup to take the blood it was time for the needle. My veins are always shy and like to hide and it's usually painfully. But she got it in one try and it didn't even hurt! Thank you!! Once the blood started pumping I was done in 7 minutes. Then she asked what color tape I wanted for the bandage. What? I've never seen it in different colors! Then she brings over a basket full of yummy snacks, they have popcorn, and other stuff but my eyes went straight for the chocolate cookies so.... cookies it was! They were out of tshirts and she took my size down and will call when the order comes in. Then I was on my way! I'll be back in 8 weeks!

If you come to this location be prepared for a long wait. The employees work very hard but there…read morearen't hardly any employees. On a Friday there are people in the lobby, 10 people back here waiting with only 2 employees on the floor. SAD!!!! I LOVE THE WORKERS AND THAT'S WHY I KEEP COMING BACK BUT I'M REALLY THINKING ABOUT GOING TO OCTAPHARMA!! Getting tired of always waiting even though I make an appointment. Either I'm waiting on the bed or waiting on the over flow chairs....

I showed up and spent 1 1/2 hours getting screened to be turned away because of military travel…read more (this should be one of the first things asked or put on the website) I can donate blood at other sites and I get disqualified here. I looked up the time frames and when going through your own travel chart I am not disqualified. If I am reading everything correct it is a accumulation of 5 years if in Germany. (see below) If you have different criteria you should let the customer see it up front. I was there less than 2 1/2 between 1993 -1995. The site is very clean and everyone is very nice they just waisted my time. ************************************** You are not eligible to donate blood if you spent -- meaning visited or lived -- a cumulative time of five years or more from January 1, 1980 to present, in any combination of the following countries in Europe, including: The United Kingdom from 1980 through 1996 as listed above On or associated with military bases as described above, and In other countries in Europe as listed below: Germany **************************************** UPDATE I was called by a manager within 2 hours of sending a direct message and he explained that there was a question I answered wrong and it was reviewed wrong by the tech and that is why they placed me on the disqualified list. This places me in the national database. He said it will take a little while to get it corrected and then I will be allowed to donate again. He did say he would be contacting me personally when it is corrected.

This facility is clean and efficient. The staff is very warm and friendly. I have donated here…read moremany times. Today I went there believing I had an appointment only to learn that I made a mistake and scheduled at another location. I arrived here two hours before they open and yet there was staff there working. They graciously came to the door and helped me correct my error. I arrived at the other location in time to complete the donation process. These people are very professional and make this process very easy to do. I highly recommend it!!

From the owner: Donate blood today at the OneBlood Ormond Beach Donor Center. Conveniently located near…read moreAdventHealth Daytona Beach and Granada Boulevard. Easily accessible for those in Tomoka Estates, Holly Hill, and North Peninsula. Make an impact in your community, and share your power to save lives.

I will only donate where I know the blood will stay in Marion County, Well that is the Florida's…read moreBlood Centers. The staff was fabulous.. I was in and out in under an hour.