helping give sick children what they need mosttheir families
Since 1985, Ronald McDonald House Charities Southwestern Ontario has been a home away from home for families of sick children.
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Some things have changed in recent times, but one thing has stayed the same - the RMHC mission to keep families close!
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Ronald McDonald House Charities Southwestern Ontario provides "home-away-from-home" environments for seriously ill or injured children and their families close to their child's medical care
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.
Carson was born with a bilateral cleft lip & palate, which has meant calling Ronald McDonald House Charities Southwestern Ontario our home several times when we need…
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When Amelia and Harper arrived early at just 24 weeks, parents Johnathan and Jessica found RMH London their "home-away-from-home" for 152 nights. Johnathan…
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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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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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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 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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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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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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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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100% of ALL PROCEEDS from the 3D Rainbow Striped Heart Earring in January will be donated to #KeepingFamiliesClose ! 100% #hypoallergenic & #metalfree https://t.co/9q82EIfPCy https://t.co/MlkjSVoFKD
Can you spot any #RMHC stripes in the refreshed #RMHWindsor toy closet? The transformation includes large animal footprints leading up the door and #lookandfind games on the new design. Thank you to A.P. Plasman Plant 1 for sponsoring 🙂 #magicmoment https://t.co/RLvGA68yL0
We're thanking our #SYSSWAG Partner, @WhiteOaksMall , and Founding Partner, @McDonaldsCanada , for joining us in bundling SWO in red & white! 🎉By coming together and rallying RMH advocates, $126,000 was raised to keep families close ❤ 🙌 #thankyou #showyourstripes https://t.co/0WHn1wsd1f
We wish you could smell our kitchen! Chicken Parmesan (thanks @Cargill for the chicken), homemade Mac and Cheese, and even turkeys going in the oven to make a delicious casserole! No shortage of Comfort Food for families ❤️ #homemade #timetocook #busykitchen https://t.co/jfuO2HyyKE
Baby sister Isla was staying close with mom and dad to her big sister, Abigail. When we gave them a handmade quilt to bring to the hospital, mom showed us this well-loved quilt Abigail received during their first stay 7 years ago ❤ #warminghearts #helpingfamilies #quilters https://t.co/GKaOIaS3FP
🎉#RMHWindsor will be celebrating 5 years this May - AMAZING! Looking at the numbers it's clear we've given Windsor-Essex families a #homeawayfromhome, but just as important Windsor-Essex has made us feel at home! #powerofcommunity ❤🏠🙌 #ThankfulThursday #KeepingFamiliesClose https://t.co/AYDckWCCOS
On #Christmas Eve there were 24 families staying at RMHCSWO two houses close to their hospitalized child. Donors and select #volunteer "elves" helped make magic happen for these families, and those using our RM Family Room London this #holiday season! https://t.co/QIBFic0qtB
This is the LAST DAY TO MAKE 2020 COUNT! Make a donation today that will keep families close no matter what next year holds🎉 End 2020 on a high note and give the #giftoftogetherness to receive a tax receipt: https://t.co/jQWinadota *tax receipts issued for donations of $20+ https://t.co/njOFwrjYQX
What's your New Year's resolution? Make it to help families smile bigger and laugh harder at their "home-away-from-home" with a holiday gift! https://t.co/4xPiykrpQL https://t.co/WFoBaQRgaL
#MerryChristmas! Let us know how you're spending the day with your bubble in the comments. Families at #RMHLondon and #Windsor awoke to holiday magic outside their doors 🎁 They'll also be enjoying a holiday dinner thanks to @dawghouse.pub and the Gates Family🙌 https://t.co/19Yggvk33B
When caregivers visit the #FamilyRoom inside @LHSCCanada they feel as though they've entered a home - no beeps, no wires and lots of holiday decor! Give the #giftoftogetherness and help make programs like the Family Room possible 🎁 https://t.co/4xPiyk9Osb #donate #HolidayHeroes https://t.co/s5c4rJj5d6
Dinner to come "home" to after a long day at the hospital helps parents focus on what’s important – their seriously ill children. If you’re looking for a way to help, #orderin dinner for families staying close at #RMHLondon to enjoy! Email: housekitchenlondon@rmhc-swo.ca https://t.co/JBR9VP11WL
What have you crossed off the "Tis the Season For" board at your house? Making snowflakes and Christmas cards, or maybe a board game with the family? There's no shortage of #holidayactivities for families at RMH🎁 #happyholidays #thingstodo #thiswinter https://t.co/IlxtAa0QK9
There's no greater joy than giving! Thanks to a generous gift from @CadFairview, families will have warm beds, hot meals, and the support they need while staying close to their children❤️ #givetogetherness #bestgift #Keepingfamiliesclose https://t.co/g8jP2aVRUe
THESE KIDS ARE #HOLIDAYHEROES With the support of their family, we have seen some amazing youth making the holidays #countforkids in-hospital by holding fundraisers online, collecting #food to fill our pantry and #giftcards that can be used on #groceries, #selfcare, and #gas! https://t.co/mQmqUuGSrj
Not only do they keep us safe and put their lives on the line for our community, but they also make time to help keep families close. @LdnOntFire made a special stop outside the #RMHLondon red door with their big red trucks 🚒 to deliver #WishList donations for the holidays! https://t.co/0lYTdv215m
We’re serving families safely and with a smile! A grant from the Alpha Delta Pi Foundation has made it possible to launch our "At Your Service!" meal program at #RMHLondon. This will keep families energized while still #keepingfamiliessafe 💕 #thankful #service @AlphaDeltaPi https://t.co/DOgL6P9vKw
Big smiles all around for this BIG support from @Haymach_Canada ! Thanks for spreading holiday cheer to RMHC-SWO families!! #happyholidays #helpingfamilies #keepingfamiliesclose https://t.co/Kw36fkOVeK
Santa's helpers will be keeping a safe distance while they collect items for families at RMHC-SWO at the Stratford and New Hamburg #McDonalds Restaurant locations on Dec 24th! See what items families #needmost👍 https://t.co/L07KSEV4jg #HappyHolidays #savethedate https://t.co/n8PWUiheXK
The safest way to keep families close this year is by making a "gift of togetherness" donation OR donating #giftcards! We've had some great gift card donations come in from generous donors and our #NationalMissionPartner @moneris 🎁 https://t.co/jQWinadota https://t.co/b8yGoG5jU3
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