Ronald McDonald House Southwestern Ontario

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  We need Your Help

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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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  Keep families close

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  Show Your Stripes

  Get RMHC striped swag for yourself or as the perfect gift, with 100% of proceeds helping families at RMHC-SWO!

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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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  • - October 31 -

    There's still Halloween fun happening at RMHC-SWO 🎃 We have big smiles from our princess and a thumbs up from our pumpkin decorating extraordinaire! #HappyHalloween #KeepingFamiliesClose https://t.co/udKTHFgjzb

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  • - October 31 -

    Get your tickets for tonight’s Halloween line-up at the @MustangDrivein1 in support of RMHC-SWO! A portion of ticket sales will keep families close - not to mention there are 4 classic films to enjoy & a loot bag for the first 150 cars! https://t.co/e8ipNX9cnd https://t.co/o3OoQGlxcS

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  • - October 30 -

    *Show Your Stripes - Share Your Story* Why are you wearing #SYSSWAG? The Vandenberks are sporting theirs for their son River 💕 Learn why your red and white stripes matter: https://t.co/ca2nYj3CE1 #keepingfamiliesclose https://t.co/epzI873Kpw

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  • - October 30 -

    Our Show Your Stripes *online store* is up and running! If you can't make it to White Oaks Mall for your #RMHCStripes you can order online 👍Get a head start on holiday shopping that will make an impact! https://t.co/qNvAi20WM7 ♥️Perfect for winter #SYSSWAG #KEEPINGFAMILIESCLOSE https://t.co/oLozZIvPaz

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  • - October 29 -

    Time for the Halloween Drive-In at @WhiteOaksMall 🎃 Raising spooktacular support for RMHC-SWO! #Halloween2020 #MovieTime #sysswag https://t.co/idKTHx62gy

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  • - October 29 -

    Make sure you get your stripes & share a photo to socials with #sysswag for a chance to win one of two $1,000 @WhiteOaksMall gift cards!💕📸👌 Let's see those stripes! 100% of proceeds will keep families close at #RMHCSWO! https://t.co/ltK1ACqHv4

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  • - October 28 -

    Enjoy Halloween with your family while supporting RMHC-SWO families! A spooktacular movie line-up, DJ and loot bags for the first 150 cars at the @MustangDrivein1 ! Proceeds from your ticket will help keep families close🎃#Halloween #KeepingFamiliesClose https://t.co/J6CL3hoVOn https://t.co/oXF49wmYSJ

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  • - October 27 -

    Have you visited the Show Your Stripes Pop-Up Shop at White Oaks Mall? ✅ Go soon to get your new #RMHCSTRIPES, 📸Share a photo sporting your stripes on socials,💕Tag #SYSSWAG and you may WIN one of two $1,000 White Oaks Mall gift cards! https://t.co/GR57QI3SXo https://t.co/umz0rkLIaL

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  • - October 27 -

    Our @RMHCSWO van is on the move! Pick up your RMHC striped mitts, socks, BURROW THE BUNNY and all your favourite #SYSSWAG - Help Keep Families Close 💕 Next stop McDonald's Strathroy 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM ✅👍 #SEEYOUTHERE *Debit & Credit Only* https://t.co/5Xuz7fwfvo

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  • - October 24 -

    You can't miss the RMHC Stripes at @WhiteOaksMall ! Come to the #ShowYourStripes Pop-Up Shop for your NEW SWAG 🙌 Take a photo in our selfie frame and share your stripes & support with friends and family on socials with #SYSSWAG. #keepingfamiliesclose ❤️ https://t.co/nJfEpbsrCN https://t.co/qpe4f1X0kH

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  • - October 23 -

    TOMORROW IS THE DAY -the #ShowYourStripes Pop-Up shop will be officially open inside @WhiteOaksMall! Come get your #RMHCStripes and share a photo with #SYSSWAG to show everyone you are #keepingfamiliesclose ♥️ https://t.co/PvX7SbNeGQ

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  • - October 22 -

    *CONTEST* Can you guess what new addition to the 2020 #SYSSWAG line-up is featured in this photo? Head over to our Facebook to enter to win a $25 mall gift card and #SYSSWAG item! Get Your #RMHCStripes starting THIS SATURDAY @WhiteOaksMall https://t.co/Rd9QxRIMYB https://t.co/4e06ujb7I4

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  • - October 21 -

    You'll often see families embracing "game time" as a way to pass the time between trips to the hospital🍟Getting all 3 RMHC pieces on your #McDonalds Monopoly game board will win you $1,000 and $1,000 for the RMHC of your choice! #Pickus #McDonalds #Monopoly #RMHCPiece https://t.co/s1VUj2iOVd

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  • - October 20 -

    Show Your Stripes for @RMHCSWO starts THIS SATURDAY *#contest* Have an idea what this new merch might be? Head over to our FB page to enter for a chance to #WIN a $25 @WhiteOaksMall gift card and the new #sysswag item. https://t.co/U9jxD9DzOw https://t.co/LjUDkrKPXE

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  • - October 16 -

    McDonald's delivered dinner 👍♥️ Can you tell there is a BIG smile under that mask?! @McDonaldsCanada @RMHCCanada #ForeverPartner #FoundingPartner #KeepingFamiliesFull #HappyMeal https://t.co/SGhzpjLyEM

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  • - October 15 -

    Have you got an RMHC piece yet? https://t.co/8jzHVBaiSd

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  • - October 12 -

    #HappyThanksgiving! We are thanking you for helping families find a "home-away-from-home" at RMHC-SWO 365 days a year - including Thanksgiving! The Lampman's journey reminds us there's always something to be thankful for ♥️ https://t.co/Lhnjte5LE9 #ReadMore #FamilyStory https://t.co/DP5FWuyEFE

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  • - October 11 -

    #Thanksgiving is tomorrow & we hope you're spending it with the ones you love (at a safe physical distance of course)! Many families will be eating dinner at RMHCSWO. Families like the Lampmans, who called us "home" last year while #stayingclose. #ThankYou #KeepingFamiliesClose https://t.co/PCuzOmJKBG

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  • - October 10 -

    We asked families staying close what they are thankful for this year ♥️🍂Share yours in the comments! #HappyThanksgiving #Thankful https://t.co/EVP0a1turZ

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  • - October 10 -

    Welcome to our pumpkin patch! A donation of pumpkins from an RMH family means kids and parents will be able to carve a jack-o'-lantern while staying close to the hospital at #RMHLondon! 🎃👍 #pumpkinpatch #Carving #familyfun #Halloween https://t.co/Rp6ZzTiLAB

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