blood donor award

[lillylemon]

I have been a blood donor for 6 years and on my 2nd donation I recieved a keyring which broke last week. Do you think that they would give me a new one?

[paddywak]

I don't see why they shouldn't. When I was able to donate I always found they were very helpful with this sort of thing, just give them a bell and explain or wait till your next session. When I had to stop as a result of a stroke I informed them that because of health problems I would not be able to continue as a donor, a few days later I recieved a very nice letter thanking me for my donations and wishing me the best for the future, no real need for them to reply but they did and in a very nice style too.

[sara3]

I think they stopped doing keyrings a very very long time ago! they were giving them to everyone about 20 years ago, but they may have some left at your local donor centre.

[sara3]

mine? silver.. what's yours?

[madmaggot]

Well! I didn't get anything until 25 donations!

[sara3]

I'm sure you should have. I got a silver badge. I think I got something for 10.

I got a slate coaster last month, for donating 3 times in a short(ish) period of time.

[sara3]

http://www.blood.co.u...me/whole-blood-donor/

wow, I'm going to ask for a keyring next time I go. I'm still using the shabby ancient one!

[Sandy-Wroe]

I got a little green badge with a pelican on it. Can't remember, but I think it was given after the first donation.

[sara3]

Eddie, you're beating me by a little bit ;o)

[paddywak]

I donated my first pint on my 18th birthday ,August 16th 1966 and donated 75pts before my illness stopped me from achieving my ambition of reaching 100pts and it's something I've always been quietly proud of. It only takes a few minutes your time but can make a huge difference to somebodies elses life. Keep up the good work I'm proud of you all, I just wish I was fit enough to join you again

[lillylemon]

Thanks guys I have an appointment in a few weeks so I will ask nicely!

[CherryBea24]

I would just like to say a big THANK YOU to all you guys who donate blood if it was't for you I would not be here now. Twice I have needed a transfusion.

I am not allowed to donate myself so please keep up the good work

Cherry

[lillylemon]

Just to let you know, I asked and they gave me two keyrings and a coaster!

[sara3]

good on you! I'm def asking for a new keyring next time I go.

paddywak, well done you.. I'll be trying to catch you up but am only halfway there x

CherryBea, that's what it's all about. I'll say "you're welcome" on everyone's behalf. hope you're well x