Community Blood Drive Coming To Hazlet: See Details

HAZLET, NJ — Hazlet Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and North Centerville Volunteer Fire Company #1 are set to host a community blood drive on Monday.

From 1-7 p.m. at the fire company (located at 372 Middle Road, Hazlet), community members are invited to come and donate blood for the drive.

According to the NJ & NY Blood Center (which helped coordinate the event), many of their blood drives were impacted due to the recent snowstorm, and the organization is in need of blood donations.

“This need is especially critical during the holiday season, when donations typically decrease while accidents and emergency needs increase,” the organization said.

While appointments for the Hazlet drive are recommended, officials said walk-ins are also welcome. Before donating, donors should:

• Eat well and hydrate
• Bring a photo ID
• Feel good and symptom-free

To donate, you must be 17 years old (or older) or be 16 years old with a parental consent form, officials said. Donors must also meet the minimum weight requirement.

Appointment types available for the blood drive are whole blood donation or double red cell donation, according to the drive website.

If you’re a first-time donor, officials said you should select a whole blood donation appointment.

After donating, participating donors will have a choice of a pair of fuzzy socks or a hat.

To learn more or make an appointment, you can click here.

The Community Blood Drive will take place at North Centerville Volunteer Fire Company #1, located at 372 Middle Road, Hazlet.