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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  • - July 1 -

    Happy Canada Day! Are you sporting the maple leaf today? Show us your Canada Day gear in the comments 👍 #CanadaDay2020 https://t.co/BZXBy7f9yw

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  • - June 29 -

    How have you and your family been spending the first days of summer?☀️ Was anyone sliding through the weekend sprinkler style? In Petra's words "Best. Day. Ever!" Making a #splashpad at your home-away-from-home 💦 #DoItYourself #Summerfun #keepingfamiliesclose https://t.co/FjMrV4KAVb

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  • - June 24 -

    Family messages left at RMHC-SWO ❤️ Whiteboards in bedrooms help families note important appointments, communicate while switching "shifts" at the hospital with their child, and sometimes it's a way to share positivity👌 https://t.co/W1c1GK8ksr

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  • - June 23 -

    So many RMHC-SWO fundraisers are making the switch to virtual to help keep families close! The Oakridge Optimists aren't hosting their annual golf tournament but you can help them raise $5,000 and the Optimists will match it🎉 That's $10,000 for families https://t.co/5OmlXvsrqV

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  • - June 22 -

    Thanks to trailer sponsor Georgijev Financial Group, our Trailer Village at RMH London continues to give families a comfortable place to stay close. They have all the amenities, including homemade meals delivered to their door 🍽️#LearnMore #GiveComfort https://t.co/Z82CGP1ZP4 https://t.co/jXDeHykVWR

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  • - June 19 -

    The sixth annual Kevin Siddall invitational was cancelled to keep everyone home and safe, but their bottle drive was a great way to raise support, keep physical distancing in check and even encourage recycling ♻️👍 #KeepingFamiliesClose #WindsorEssex https://t.co/UVfyUZqNBv

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  • - June 15 -

    #SAVETHEDATE: AUGUST 13th, 2020 - 37th ANNUAL RMHC-SWO GOLF CLASSIC presented by #NoFrills Southwestern Ontario We've made some exciting updates! Show your support as a sponsor or register a team and stay tuned ⛳ https://t.co/k7X1V5i6tI #KeepingFamiliesClose #HaulHard https://t.co/mcnmY8v6QC

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  • - June 14 -

    Looking for a way to help the new families coming to stay close to their child in-hospital? Help us reach our goal #LEARNMORE #donate #safesteps https://t.co/Z82CGP1ZP4 https://t.co/rwsmFdqq3g

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  • - June 13 -

    #SafetyFirst! Our friends at Integrated Video & Serveillance wanted to provide security while families physical distance for 14 days before moving into #RMHLondon! This #GiftofService helps families in-trailer and in-House stay safe. #LearnMore #YouCanHelp https://t.co/Z82CGP1ZP4 https://t.co/YlDEiWPg3Q

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  • - June 11 -

    We 're welcoming new families into RMH London, safely. Physically distancing for 14 days before coming into the House, families stay close in one of five trailers. With all the comforts of home & special RMH touches #welcomfamilies #slowbutsafe https://t.co/R6n3WHVGwx https://t.co/ILvjZQCnra

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  • - June 11 -

    We know birthdays= are special and #WindsorBirthdayCruises agree! They remind those we care about that there is a way to celebrate that special day while staying safe. As they drive through, they're also raising support for organizations like #RMHWindsor🎉 #ThankYou #kms4kindness https://t.co/3rYa3mMJYZ

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  • - June 10 -

    We have been thinking “outside-the-House” and finding new ways to bring just like home comfort to caregivers in @WRHospital . #Thanksto an ongoing meal donation from @MacroFoods #RMHWindsor has been providing hearty meals with fresh & local ingredients to families in PAEDS/NICU https://t.co/xruzveZ2VM

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  • - June 9 -

    Thank you to our friends at rogers for their Gift of Service, helping new families stay connected while staying close to their seriously ill children. You can see just how close caregivers are in this photo, with… https://t.co/ftMTVNXEDT

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  • - June 8 -

    It's #BestFriendsDay and we want to know if YOU have a friendship story from staying at RMH London, RMH Windsor or the RM Family Room London! For Brandon, having his twin brother Tyler close at RMH London means he has the comfort of his best friend. ❤️ https://t.co/cW1fDuusCh

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  • - June 7 -

    RMH London's #VolunteerRockGarden continues to grow with the blooming flowers! Thanks to everyone for dropping of your decorated rocks - keep them coming 👍❤️#rockart #pickafavourite #bright #rockgarden #whatsyourdesign #simpleart #passthetime #togetherisbetter https://t.co/kvMKqqUEnc

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  • - June 1 -

    Since using RMH London and starting #TruckingforKids, a community fundraiser in their hometown, the Manning Family has been making an impact on #RMHCSWO. It was no surprise Trucking for Kids jumped on board as a Trailer Sponsor to bring new families into RMH London safely! https://t.co/HxSdDZQB6K

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  • - May 29 -

    "Stella was born at exactly 24 weeks weighing 1lb 6oz. Without the House, Stella wouldn't be who she is today; being able to be close and a part of the medical team each day allowed me to stay on top of things. We're grateful for everyone we met while at RMH." - Stella's Mom https://t.co/rYsU5wLfXV

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  • - May 29 -

    A piece of our history: "As workers in the background pour concrete to the foundations of Ronald McDonald House, Bradley Perry, 9, of St.Thomas, honorary chairman of the project, checks out the time capsule scheduled to be buried later this week." #Celebrating35Years https://t.co/dN5mSASGDW

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  • - May 29 -

    We're Celebrating! 35 years and countless family stories https://t.co/7guqyRGN1S https://t.co/Dgq4ST4ehK

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  • - May 29 -

    The Littles have called RMH home for 48 nights since their oldest daughter was diagnosed with the rare genetic condition. They work together to help her manage her condition with a positive outlook. #35Reasons #Celebrating35Years #KeepingFamiliesClose https://t.co/ZWt9ogJ5IR

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