Allentown, PA (September,7 2017)— Vistacom will host its third annual community blood drive in partnership with the American Red Cross on September 14, 2014 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The drive will be held at the Vistacom Headquarters on 1902 Vultee Street in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

The American Red Cross supplies about 40 percent of the nation’s blood which becomes even more necessary in times of natural disaster. The Red Cross is getting ready to respond as powerful Hurricane Irma nears. By donating just one pint of blood, you have the potential to save up to three lives.

Our goal is to see 40 donors. Anyone who is at least 17 years old, weighs a minimum of 110 pounds and is in generally good health can donate blood. The entire process takes about an hour and all blood types are needed. Donors should bring a photo ID. Vistacom will provide a box lunch to everyone who donates.

The American Red Cross Eastern Pennsylvania Region has 63 disaster workers and three emergency response vehicles currently in Texas. In addition, seven senior staff workers have been pre-deployed to South Carolina ahead of Hurricane Irma.

To schedule an appointment to donate blood contact Destiny Heimbecker via email at dheimbecker@vistacominc.com

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About Vistacom

Vistacom was founded in 1954 for the development and sale of state-of-the-art sound and emergency alert systems, and has since grown into a premier audiovisual integration firm. Vistacom’s certified engineers and experienced technicians combine the latest technologies in audio, video, communication, and control systems into a cohesive and manageable format to improve the quality and effectiveness of business communications.

About the American Red Cross:

The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40 percent of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or cruzrojaamericana.org, or visit us on Twitter at @RedCross