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Plan To Donate Blood In Rancho Santa Margarita

A blood drive is coming to Rancho Santa Margarita on Friday, Dec. 7. Here is what you need to know to give blood at this event.

RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, CA β€” During the holidays and every time of year, the gift of blood is much needed, according to the Red Cross. On Dec. 7 in Rancho Santa Margarita, blood donations will be taken in partnership with the Red Cross at the Shepherd of the Hills United Methodist Church.

The church invites all to come and participate in the blood drive, to be held in the church sanctuary located at 30605 Avenida De Las Flores, Dec. 7, from 1 - 7 p.m.

Childcare for adults needed a little extra help with their kids will be available from 3-5 p.m. the church said.

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Schedule your appointment, or get more information on the blood drive by visiting: www.RedCrossBlood.org with sponsor code: shepherdhills.

Walk ins are welcome, they said.

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