Ronald McDonald House Southwestern Ontario

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  supporting families during COVID-19

  Now more than ever we need your help keeping families close and safe, help support our families during COVID-19

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  37th Annual

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  RMHC-SWO Golf Classic

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  know your impact

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  2018 – 2022 Impact Strategy

  Learn more about our Ronald McDonald House Charities Southwestern Ontario Chapter and strategic priorities.

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Meet Our Families

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Many guest families from across Southwestern Ontario have kindly shared their personal journeys and RMH experiences with us. These stories show their appreciation for the comforts the House provided to them when they needed it most.

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  Helping Us Enjoy the Good Life Has to Offer

  Helping Us Enjoy the Good Life Has to Offer

  I am going to be honest. I had no clue what RMH really was…Darius was born with Down Syndrome and another rare disease called NF2. It’s so rare that he is the…

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  From 0% Odds to 100% Home

  From 0% Odds to 100% Home

  My name is Kayla Ibarra and my family called RMH London home for 10 weeks while our 22-week-old twin girls were in-hospital. Our girls, Luna and Ema, were given 0% chance…

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  #SHOWYOURSTRIPES for River!

  #SHOWYOURSTRIPES for River!

  When Mikaela and Luke knew they were going to have a baby the excitement started. As a photographer, Mikaela was getting the nursery ready and foreseeing the photos…

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  Home isn't a Place, It's a Feeling

  Home isn't a Place, It's a Feeling

  “Home is not a place…it’s a feeling.” When we think about Ronald McDonald House, the first thing that comes to mind is the word home. Ronald…

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  Over 100 Nights

  Over 100 Nights

  We knew about Rylee's condition, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH), while I was 21 weeks pregnant and were told we would be sent to London for her medical care…

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  A Place to Catch our Breath

  A Place to Catch our Breath

  When our son, Keanen, was diagnosed with leukemia we went through a wide range of emotions, from fear and anger to sadness and guilt; the experience…

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  A Place that Feels Like Home

  A Place that Feels Like Home

  Oliver and Levi have the bluest eyes you could ever imagine with the busiest personalities keeping their parents on their toes! Chasing after these two toddlers can be exhausting…

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  Keeping Brotherly-Love Together

  Keeping Brotherly-Love Together

  Mini Oreo Cheesecake Cupcakes - I remember these so vividly. I remember finding them in the Ronald McDonald House kitchen one evening. I picked one up and examined it like…

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a special thank you to Our Donors

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Our heartfelt thanks to each of our national and local partners for their unwavering support. We could not do what we do without you. View a full listing of our donors who provide support to our families.

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  • - May 25 -

    We've seen #inspirational messages throughout the community. At RMH London, we’re inviting our #volunteers to help spread some cheer to families, kids and hospital workers by painting a message on a rock for our new Volunteer Rock Garden! ❤️🎨 #RockGarden https://t.co/uQkIh8GTcm

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  • - May 22 -

    The @gardenerslondon added some beautiful spring flowers to #RMHLondon! https://t.co/Kcy0EjFJpe

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  • - May 20 -

    drinkpowerhouse believe in the power of family and wanted to help those families calling #RMHLondon home! Their dinner donation was so generous we had leftovers for lunch the next day 👌🍽️. #thankyou #dinnerdonation… https://t.co/evZ2DEW095

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  • - May 18 -

    Are you doing things differently for the #longweekend? From reading books to building puzzles, families at RMHC-SWO are making fun indoors - how are you enjoying the holiday at home? https://t.co/eCHUTywb6u #keepingfamiliesclose #familymoments #makethemhappen https://t.co/2lIiZTeVUJ

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  • - May 18 -

    #GoodNews on the #longweekend! Thinking outside the box to get new families in the House! https://t.co/nLlMYX8omq https://t.co/tV1TEVol5W

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  • - May 15 -

    These movie snack boxes were donated for kids at the House to enjoy while curling up to watch their favourite movies! What movies have you been watching at your house during these rainy days? @LdnWineBar #movietime #familymovienight #favouritefilm https://t.co/seBEOzsB2k

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  • - May 15 -

    Special egg delivery from our Founding and Forever Partner! #thumbsup @McDonaldsCanada @RMHCCanada https://t.co/cfjkItAhSK

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  • - May 12 -

    The Rombouts family are spreading sunshine in memory of Max❤️ These sunflower seed and packaged baked goods sure brightened the day🌻☀️ #miraclemaxsminions #spreadsunshine #chalkflower #sunflowers #sunflowerseeds… https://t.co/8bzZ8riQua

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  • - May 12 -

    Peak Professionals Realty Inc. donation of meals to RMH London has been a great support while our kitchen groups remain postponed. By ordering from local restaurants they are helping the London community & out-of-town families staying close to their seriously ill children ❤️👍 https://t.co/CD4l1bfQzX

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  • - May 11 -

    Our volunteers are missing time at the House, but many have been finding other ways to help families! A few of our volunteers have sewed handmade masks that are now available to every family member, staff and teddy bear at RMHC-SWO 🙌🏠 https://t.co/wGQvieZTyp

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  • - May 10 -

    Katie was born with a Tethered Spinal Cord, bringing her family to stay close at RMHC-SWO. Now, 10 years old, this little princess has grown into a cowgirl with a love for horseback riding! Watching Katie grow up is the best Mother’s Day gift of all 💝#HappyMothersDay https://t.co/45bGmmOATC

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  • - May 10 -

    Happy Mother's Day! Let us know how you are connecting and sharing love with your mom today 🌹❤️ #happymothersday #callyourmom #COVIDCantStopTheGood #Keepingfamiliesclose https://t.co/Tn2KzDgMXs

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  • - May 10 -

    Gifts for all the mothers waking up at RMHC-SWO this morning ❤️ #HappyMothersDay https://t.co/rwb6DuGNNs

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  • - May 9 -

    Meet our new RMHC-SWO Board Members, each bringing an array of insights, skills, and knowledge to support the growth or our programs and services provided to families calling us "home-away-from-home". 👍 Help us welcome them to the team in the comments! https://t.co/F0n3hQChmG

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  • - May 9 -

    Once a week, families get to enjoy McDonald's for lunch! With our kitchen groups and volunteers postponed this donation helps ensure families have a warm lunch between trips to the hospital❤️ @McDonaldsCanada @RMHCCanada #ThankYou #LovinIt https://t.co/BhU2vnhsMQ

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  • - May 7 -

    RMHC-SWO's impact in 2019 is motivation to keep making an impact now, even if we have to get creative with how we do it! Afterall, families need us now more than ever!.. #KeepingFamiliesClose #Safe #GetThroughThisTogether #SafeDistancing #NewGuidleines #FamilyHealth https://t.co/GYZIIUROJA

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  • - May 6 -

    Today, we are celebrating the birthday of a special addition to the RMHC-SWO family - #RMHWindsor turns 4💕 The first Canadian House-Within-a-Hospital has been able to serve thousands of families since the first family stayed close to their son Bentley! https://t.co/HE2UJP8ThR

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  • - May 6 -

    With your help, we have been able to adapt our services, making sure families continue finding comfort and support safely through our programs. Thank you for your generosity on #GivingTuesdayNow, and ongoing support throughout unprecedented times 💕🙌 #ThankYou #InThisTogether https://t.co/is7mDRwOHd

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  • - May 5 -

    No matter the size, every donation counts ❤️ #GivingTuesdayNow https://t.co/eCHUTywb6u https://t.co/aaTnrGS3Ta

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  • - May 5 -

    Eight trips to London for 2-year-old Helaina's medical care has also meant 80 nights calling RMHC-SWO their "home-away-from-home"🏠🚗 We always love messages from RMHC families, and knowing they are staying safe and well at home! #GivingTuesdayNow https://t.co/yvYvxQpnMO https://t.co/yrqHDdfmc8

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