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How far do I have to live from my center to be eligible?
To donate at a Parachute center, your primary residence must be within 75 miles of the center you’re booking. This distance requirement helps us follow regulatory guidelines and ensure we can properly support your donation visits. If you don’t see ...
How long will my first Parachute visit take?
We know your time is valuable so we aim to have return donations completed as quickly as possible. Your first Parachute donation might take a little longer though, so here are a couple tips to avoid delays: Have your appointment already booked in the ...
What do I need to bring for my first visit?
Since you've previously donated at your local center, your first Parachute visit will feel very familiar — with just a few extra things to bring. For your first Parachute donation, please bring: Your Social Security card or another document that ...
I was deferred at my local center. Can I donate now with Parachute?
The best first step is to download the Parachute app and book an appointment. We’re not able to confirm donation eligibility over chat, email, or phone. During your visit, our team will review your medications, any recent procedures or surgeries, and ...
Am I eligible to donate today?
If you’re transitioning from your old center, eligibility will be reviewed in person during your first Parachute appointment. To get started: Download the Parachute app Schedule an appointment Visit the center, where our team will review your ...
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What counts as a Proof of Address?
Under FDA guidelines, plasma donation centers must require donors to provide proof of a permanent residential address where they can be contacted for follow-up for at least 8 weeks after their donation. Homeless shelters, hotels, missionaries, ...
What can I use for Proof of Identity?
You will need a valid, unexpired form of a photo ID. Acceptable photo IDs include: Driver’s License Temporary license ID Learner’s Permit State-Issued ID Temporary State ID Released Offender ID Tribal Issued ID Concealed Carry ID State issued Firearm ...
What do they do on your first visit?
For your first donation, new members are required to go through the registration process which includes filling out some paperwork on your current medications and health history, watching an educational video, and have a quick health screening. You ...
What’s the difference between donating plasma and blood?
While the donation processes are similar, the biggest difference is that we use a special machine to collect your plasma. The machine gently separates your red blood cells and returns them back to you along with a saline solution to maintain ...
How much plasma do you collect?
The amount of plasma we collect varies from person to person. That's because we calculate your donation volume based on your weight and height, which helps us determine your Body Mass Index (BMI). This personalized approach allows us to collect the ...