Attending an event in a room that's rented to public and this place is a hidden jewel. It's not…read morelocated in a high traffic area but the parking is accessible and plentiful. The facility is immaculate and it provides adequate space for about 100 people and food can be brought in.

the staff be lying. the director mr basemore is so rude. I have never experienced such poor…read moretreatment before. I feel like the whole agency is a scam

I have been coming to the Yanceyville blood donation center for more than 10 years. It is very…read moreconveniently located within 1 mile of my bestie's house, who also happens to be my long-standing blood donation buddy. The staff has always treated us with kindness and professionalism. They take great care of their donors through every step of the process, even if you're deferred for one reason or the other. Special shout-outs to Elizabeth and Star, who took care of us during our most recent donation. The check-in process is very easy, especially if you made an appointment in advance. You can schedule easily through the Blood Donor app. However, they will gladly take walk-ins as well. You can make check-in even shorter by completing your RapidPass ahead of time, which typically hits your inbox first thing the morning of your expected blood donation. You must complete this on the day of your appointment. After check-in, a staff member completes a private health history and mini-physical to determine whether you are eligible to donate blood. Your temperature, pulse, blood pressure, and hemoglobin levels must all be within range to proceed with donating. If any of your values are initially out of range, you will be given a second chance to retest with a different staff member. For example, my pulse was above 100 when I was initially screened during my most recent donation. After sitting quietly for several minutes, a different staff member checked my pulse again, and it fell below 100, so I was eligible to donate! Pro Tip: If you have low hemoglobin (the minimum for women is 12.5 gm/dL), which I have been deferred for in the past, try taking a daily multivitamin at least a week before you're planning to donate. Drinking orange juice with this supplement can also increase absorption. A hand warmer around your thumb is another hack to help elevate levels. You should also drink plenty of water in the days leading up to your appointment, so you're well hydrated. Once you pass the screening, it's time to kick back for the easy part! If you're donating whole blood, the process takes about 8-10 minutes once the needle is inserted. They have TVs in the donation room, so the time passes quickly, especially if you're trying to race your friends to see who can donate the fastest. After donating, you are strongly encouraged to enjoy a snack and a drink while resting in the canteen area. Their snack game is usually pretty strong, with lots of sweet and savory options. I enjoyed some Welch's fruit snacks, Cheez-Its, and water while waiting for our other friends to finish donating. They typically advise waiting about 10 minutes before leaving the premises. After donating, it's very important to drink extra fluids and avoid alcohol consumption for the next 24 hours. My favorite part is that you cannot do any heavy lifting or vigorous exercise for the rest of the day. I highly encourage donating blood with a friend, so that you can increase your good deeds even further! Each donation could help save at least one life, and I can't think of a better reason to give. With the current critical need for blood, the American Red Cross is providing the additional incentive of free A1C testing and $15 e-gift card to a merchant of your choice in the month of August 2026.

There is a world blood shortage crisis right now so I have tried to be more diligent about…read moreregularly donating at The American Red Cross. It's an easy way to give back and help those in need. As a O+ blood type, I can help so many + people. My friend group likes to come together to donate when our schedules align and then go out for lunch together to celebrate. The process hasn't changed much from what I put below except how they test your iron/hemoglobin. Good news they don't prick your finger anymore, now they use this machine that wraps around your thumb. No pain at all. It takes longer and the reading is a bit inconsistent. Pro tip- heat your hands up before coming in as that helps you get a higher reading (need a 12.5 to donate as a woman). If you score too low first time they will allow you to try the other hand. The staff is all great and makes the process as painless and quick as possible. The snack game here has gotten even better as have the incentives from vendors as the need is so great. Gonna get a $20 Amazon gift card for my successful donation today!

Peacehaven Farm welcomed my work event with open arms. We provided community service to the farm…read morethrough weeding, picking vegetables, shoveling dirt, moving picnic tables, but also creating community in unity with one another. Peacehaven Farm is growing by leaps and bounds, and is currently renovating a large barn to be an event space. I look forward to returning to Peacehaven to volunteer in the future and attend events they offer. The value is in the people that live at Peacehaven Farm, as it provides opportunity for individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.

Today we celebrated the life of my friend, Mike Farrell, by serving at Peachaven Farms. Peacehaven…read moredid a wonderful job of welcoming us and explaining to us what they are about, and what we could do to help. We worked hard and they provided everything for our project. The project leader was so kind and helpful, always answering with a smile. The head honcho, Buck, was so grateful for our service, and really understood our need to honor our dear friend. We had 40 people, which was a large group for the small area we were in, but they made sure we all felt a part of what was going on. They made sure the day was "ours" so that we could talk about Mike, and do whatever felt like we were honoring him. We will be going back next year, but maybe even before then!

One of our vacations this year was to drive the entire length (469 miles) of the Blue Ridge…read moreParkway, starting in Cherokee, North Carolina and ending in Rockfish Gap, Virginia (near the entrance to Shenandoah National Park in Virginia). Unlike Shenandoah, which charges $30 for one week access for a private car, the Blue Ridge Parkway is free to drive. Unfortunately, the National Park Service's budget is insufficient to meet all of the programming and maintenance needs of the Parkway, and there is no dedicated source of funding from user fees. That's where the Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation comes in. The Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that was funded in 1997, and is an official fundraising partner of the National Park Service. They provide support for initiatives along the entire 469-mile route, including historical and cultural preservation, environmental protection, visitor amenities, and education and outreach. For example, some more specific examples that we observed during our travels included, for instance: view-shed restoration (arborists oversee clearing of overgrown vegetation at viewpoints); traditional musician programming at the Blue Ridge Music Center; Mabry Mill complex repairs; Kids in Parks; and platform reconstruction at Mt. Pisgah. The Foundation has raised and implemented $22 million towards Parkway initiatives and programming since 1997. Having benefitted from their efforts, my husband and I decided to make a donation to the Foundation. That said, we first checked with the Charity Navigator, and found that their rating is very high at 99% or 4/4. Most (80%) of the rating reflects the Foundation's accountability and financing, but also leadership and adaptability (10%) and culture and community (10%).

Best team effort ever! So sweet, caring and honest! Wendy and Alexis rock…read more Highly recommend them for the patient and THE FAMILY!

Trellis made the difference for my family with my mother. Their compassionate care for her and for…read moreme made her last days much more peaceful for all of us. In fact, the support I received as her caregiver meant I had people I could depend on so I could focus on being there with a strong spirit for my mom and the rest of my family. My mom wanted five things when she died and thanks to Trellis, we were able to see that she got all five.

An amazing non profit that does a lot for our youth from abroad, offering mentorship, advice and…read moremuch needed scholarships! They have an amazing yearly gala with a silent auction and also present awards out to our youth! Once a year they host the Hispanic festival in Downtown Winston, bringing together our different cultures and displaying our rich food, dance and artifacts in the process!

My family and I are members here and they have so many different things offered here. Like two…read moregyms, a pool, after school care, art classes, career closet and a Latino Family Center. Which helps unite the community. In recommend this center. Tip: It does not provide childcare while working out.

The American Legion is the Largest War time veterans organization in the nation.The American Legion…read morewas founded in March of 1919 and American Legion Post 53 was organized in November of the same year. This is a private club and you must be a member or guest.

Good folk. Lots of History and folks with good hearts. The organization is there to assist…read moreVeterans and help provide a good safe atmosphere to relax and enjoy fellow Veterans company. It does that. Like many groups it needs new members to bring fresh ideas. Recommend a visit if from out of town. If in town check it out and come see if you would like to be a member. Pro: Friendly Caring Con: Needs new ideas