Allen the Lionhearted

Allen the Lionhearted Allen was 8.5 when he found out he had multiple congenital heart defects on 11/14/22. His surgery to repair his coarctation of the aorta was on 1/30/23.

He has always loved lions and other big cats, and continues to show great courage as a Heart Warrior.

30 units collected today! Mark your calendars for July 24. Summer is a tough time for the blood supply because people ge...
05/29/2026

30 units collected today! Mark your calendars for July 24. Summer is a tough time for the blood supply because people get busy, but the need doesn’t stop.

05/29/2026

We have many cancellations today, and a lot of availability for walk-ins! Newington Gym, from 10 to 3.

Allen is busy getting ready for the blood drive that starts at 10! We have PLENTY of availability for walk-ins. Newingto...
05/29/2026

Allen is busy getting ready for the blood drive that starts at 10! We have PLENTY of availability for walk-ins.

Newington Baptist Church gym, 10 to 3.

Blood drive in two days, and we currently have 13 appointments vacant! It’s from 10 to 3 in the Newington Baptist Church...
05/27/2026

Blood drive in two days, and we currently have 13 appointments vacant! It’s from 10 to 3 in the Newington Baptist Church gym on Friday, May 29.

Find the nearest Red Cross blood, platelet or plasma donation center. Make a difference in someone's life, give the gift of life.

05/15/2026

Cardiology went GREAT today. She was thrilled with everything and decided to try slashing his Lisinopril dose in half! We will monitor his blood pressure at home a few mornings a week and report to her to see if his BP remains stable at the new dose. ❤️

05/15/2026

Busy day ahead with 6-month cardiology checkup and last regular-season ball game for the kid. (Oh and a blood drive in 2 weeks!)

Stay tuned for the cardiology report. ❤️

Mama here. I’ve been following Gentry’s page for a while. Pray for him as he has this major and crucial surgery tomorrow...
05/05/2026

Mama here. I’ve been following Gentry’s page for a while. Pray for him as he has this major and crucial surgery tomorrow. This is his second open-heart surgery in less than a month.

20 months old, then 12 years old. Same place. Different broom.
03/27/2026

20 months old, then 12 years old. Same place. Different broom.

Next drive is May 29 at Newington Baptist Church!
03/27/2026

Next drive is May 29 at Newington Baptist Church!

Find the nearest Red Cross blood, platelet or plasma donation center. Make a difference in someone's life, give the gift of life.

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6267 Professional Drive
Gloucester, VA
23061

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