NYBC has continued collecting blood throughout the pandemic as the need for blood certainly has not stopped during these trying times. NYBC is implementing modifications to our collections to provide a controlled and safe environment to our staff and donors.

Here are the steps NYBC is taking to make sure mobile blood drive set-ups are virus free: We ask blood donors and our own staff to stay home if they are not feeling well. Our staff are trained in universal precautions to help prevent the risk of spreading infectious agents. Blood Center employees’ temperatures are taken prior to the start of each shift. Blood donor temperatures are taken before they can start the registration process. Blood Center employees are to wear masks and donors a face covering. Blood drive set-ups are changed to allow more social spacing between donors and staff. Blood donations are by appointment only and walk-ins are only allowed if space allows. We are also regularly cleaning public surfaces. Refreshments for blood donors are single service, individually wrapped.

Lori Cohen provides a fun, interactive program. Enjoy music, movement, parachute play and more! Class geared for children under 5. All children participate with an adult caregiver. Parents/caregivers do not need to register.

Join instructor Lyndsay Roy for a fun and creative yoga class designed specifically for children. This class will guide your child in building a healthy foundation for life-long learning as they develop age-appropriate skills to increase confidence and coordination, patience and concentration, body awareness and emotional regulation, and so much more. Yoga mats will be provided or feel free to bring your own!