The Best Birthday Perks for Hardworking Clinicians!

As a healthcare traveler, you spend your days caring for others, but on your birthday, it’s time to treat yourself! At FlexCare, we believe you deserve to be celebrated, and what better way to do that than with a collection of amazing birthday freebies? From free meals and desserts to shopping discounts and entertainment perks, you can enjoy a well-earned reward on your special day. 

After long shifts and caring for patients, a good meal is always welcome. Many popular restaurant chains offer free meals, desserts, or drinks to birthday celebrants. Here are some top picks: 

• Starbucks-With a Starbucks Rewards membership, you can enjoy a free drink or treat-perfect for those early morning or late-night shifts. 
• Dunkin’-Get a free beverage when you sign up for DD Perks to fuel your long shifts. 
• Chick-fil-A-Receive a free “something sweet” as part of their rewards program. 
• IHOP-Indulge in a free stack of pancakes with IHOP Rewards. 
• Denny’s-Score a free Grand Slam breakfast (no membership required, just bring your ID). 
• Red Robin-Get a free burger through the Red Robin Royalty program. 
• Buffalo Wild Wings-Enjoy free snack-sized wings with Blazin’ Rewards. 
• Panera Bread-A free pastry or dessert awaits MyPanera members-ideal for a quick treat between shifts. 
• Chipotle-Snag free chips and guac with a Chipotle Rewards membership. 
• Cold Stone Creamery-Get a free scoop of ice cream when you sign up for their rewards program. 
• Baskin-Robbins-Celebrate with a free scoop of ice cream via their app. 
• Crumbl Cookies-Receive a “Free Single” voucher for a delicious cookie. 
• Culver’s-Score a free scoop of frozen custard through their app. 
• Krispy Kreme-Enjoy free donuts with a Krispy Kreme Rewards account. 
• McDonald’s-Get a free birthday treat through the McDonald’s app-perfect for a quick pick-me-up before or after work. 

Whether you need new scrubs, beauty products, or just a little retail therapy, these retailers have special birthday perks for you: 

• Sephora-Choose a free mini beauty set with a Beauty Insider membership-self-care is essential! 
• Ulta Beauty-Enjoy a free birthday gift when you’re part of Ultimate Rewards. 
• Victoria’s Secret-Receive a birthday reward or discount via PINK Nation. 
• Target Circle-Get 5% off a purchase to celebrate your day. 
• Kohl’s-Score $5 in Kohl’s Cash with their rewards program. 
• Anthropologie-Enjoy a special birthday discount through AnthroPerks. 
• Old Navy-Receive a birthday offer with their rewards program-perfect for stocking up on comfy outfits. 
• DSW-Get a free $5 gift certificate for your birthday. 

Looking for fun ways to unwind on your special day? These entertainment spots have you covered: 

• AMC Theatres-Get a free large popcorn with an AMC Stubs membership-perfect for a movie night after a long shift. 
• Dave & Buster’s-Score $10 in free gameplay with D&B Rewards. 
• Chuck E. Cheese-Receive free play points with the More Cheese Rewards program. 

Not into food or shopping? No worries-these birthday perks are still worth claiming: 

• Petco-Get a free treat for your furry friend with a Pals Rewards membership. 
• Planet Fitness-Non-members can take advantage of a free gym day pass, which is great for staying active despite a busy schedule. 

Before you start collecting your birthday perks, here are a few things to keep in mind: 

Sign Up Early-Many of these offers require you to be a member of their rewards program in advance. 

Check the Fine Print-Some freebies may require a purchase or have expiration dates. 

Bring Your ID-Some places may ask for proof of your birthdate to redeem the offer. 

At FlexCare, we appreciate all that you do as a nurse or clinician, and we hope you take advantage of these special birthday perks. You deserve a little extra love on your big day!