January 3, 2022 – In an effort to meet the current demand for blood donations in Sangamon and Macon counties, State Senator Doris Turner is partnering with ImpactLife to host community blood drives in Springfield and Decatur this week.
“Blood donations continue to be a vital tool for the health of people in Central Illinois,” Turner said. “There is a critical need for blood donations from healthy individuals, and this weeklong event will be a safe opportunity to help increase our supply.”
The blood drives will take place today through Saturday, Jan. 8 at the Springfield Donor Center, located at 1999 Wabash Ave. in Springfield, and the Decatur Donor Center, located at 151 W. Main Street in Decatur. Donation hours at the Springfield location can be found here, and Decatur hours can be found here.
Donor centers are following recommendations from local, state and federal health agencies to keep staff, volunteers and donors safe. Appointments and masks will be required, and chairs in all areas will be at least six feet apart.
For more information, Turner urges residents to contact her Springfield office at 217-782-0228 or www.senatordoristurner.com.
