Ronald McDonald House Southwestern Ontario

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  Staying with RMHC-SWO

  RMHC-SWO provides comforting and supportive programs that keep families close. See what you can expect on your stay…

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  If you are looking for a fun way to help families with seriously ill children why not host your own fundraiser?

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Meet Our Families

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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  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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  We Came Together, We Leave Together

  We Came Together, We Leave Together

  Enjoying some rare down-time at home in Belle River, Michelle is a busy mom of two looking forward to welcoming her third baby girl later this year. It isn’t easy to…

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  She's our Little Spitfire!

  She's our Little Spitfire!

  The most helpful part about staying close was knowing I could go over and visit whenever I wanted yet knew when I left she wasn't far away. We know that having a sick…

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  Staying Close to Our Baby Girl

  Staying Close to Our Baby Girl

  Our family was devastated when we were told our 9 month old daughter may not survive her rare illness. We were lost. It's because of this incredible charity [Ronald McDonald…

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  Julianne - The Inspiration

  Julianne - The Inspiration

  In 2014, just twelve hours after Julianne was born, her parents learned that a part of her intestine/bowel tissue had died. The surgeon wasn’t sure if she would survive…

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  A Blanket of Comfort

  A Blanket of Comfort

  We could be at the hospital, full of worry from the moment we walked in the sliding doors, but instantly have that worry replaced with comfort when entering the big red door…

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  Our Safe Haven

  Our Safe Haven

  In January 2016 we welcomed our baby, Lilah, into the world. She was a healthy and bright little girl who loved to coo and cuddle, but at her 1 month checkup our paediatrician…

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  A Sense of Peace and Calmness

  A Sense of Peace and Calmness

  More than a year has passed since big sister Guiliana spent time with her Mom and Dad at Ronald McDonald House Windsor, but she certainly remembers it. "I want to go…

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  • - January 11 -

    #InternationalThankYouDay is the #perfecttime to say #ThankYou for helping us not just reach, but surpass or #GivingtheGiftofTogetherness fundraising goal! #YouRock https://t.co/OdQNeOfraH

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    Thank you for being a part of our journey and making it possible to keep families from your community close when it matters most ❤️ #internationalthankyouday #togetherisbetter… https://t.co/8aQ8hR2vXe

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  • - January 8 -

    #PawPatrol saves the day by bringing fun and smiles indoors when it’s wet and gloomy outside! #SistersStayingClose #keepingentertained #pawpatrolfun #indooractivities https://t.co/ooRbpQpEoM

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  • - December 27 -

    #HappyHolidays from Hudson! He stayed close to "Baby K" with his parents this holiday season, thanks to YOU! https://t.co/gb6rV3wbsK

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  • - December 21 -

    If #firetrucks 🚒 weren’t already cool enough, this one had #Santa on-board! #holidayvisitors #santadrivesafiretruck #magicmoments https://t.co/nifzBE5kAk

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  • - December 21 -

    A Lot of Love for The Littles 💌 - #keepingfamiliesclose one time, two times, every time! #GiveTogetherness https://t.co/nk1TEDjJa4 https://t.co/pv7e4OrIx5

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  • - December 20 -

    Friday night at 8pm marks the last of the touring Music 'N Arts Collide Christmas Concert & Benefit! Tickets are still on Sale- https://t.co/FnaSm7LF1z https://t.co/anEfL1pdtv

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  • - December 20 -

    Olivia was getting her groove on with #Santa 🎶😍 Help give families these simple, but uplifting holiday moments when you #givetogetherness https://t.co/jQWinadota #linkinbio… https://t.co/4VkMkpC8it

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  • - December 18 -

    Hunter's family calls #RMHLondon their #homeawayfromhome. SO nice seeing his #wishgranted @MakeAWishSWO https://t.co/3ML70bOgWl

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  • - December 14 -

    #Bigbrother Job #1: don’t forget to send #Santa a letter for #babybrother too! #holidaymoments #lettertosanta https://t.co/eFG66gfxxu

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  • - December 12 -

    One #goodnightsleep in a cozy bed after staying in a hospital room can make all the difference 💤 Give families the energy they need to be strong for their sick child when you… https://t.co/6sHgydALIg

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  • - December 11 -

    Volunteers and families from @RMHCSWO were so happy to be part of this powerful video! https://t.co/ulc0F8zWYD #fromRMHCfamilies https://t.co/XE5RXeeARA

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  • - December 10 -

    Give sick kids and their siblings memories of snowy-fun ❄️ ⛄️ One gift of #togetherness brings so many more! https://t.co/4xPiykrpQL #doyouwanttobuildasnowman #courtyard… https://t.co/Q3M4GjnD14

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  • - December 8 -

    Looking for some fun tonight #Windsor? The Music 'n Arts Collide Christmas Concert & Benefit starts tonight at 7:30pm https://t.co/UIQbDisiIY

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  • - December 7 -

    #elfontheshelf brings fun to the Houses for parents and siblings staying close this #holidayseason ❤️🏩🏠 #reportbacktosanta #hangingaround #funforfamilies https://t.co/qSMym3GQmU

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  • - December 7 -

    Looking for some #FamilyFun this weekend? Check out the Music ’n Arts Collide Christmas Concert & Benefit TONIGHT @AeolianHall https://t.co/phjpipNFew

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  • - December 6 -

    The light welcoming families to their #homeawayfromhome for the holidays 🏠❤️🎄one week ago today we #illuminated the Houses thanks to our amazing #families and #community! #thankyou… https://t.co/CSlldsD0bB

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  • - December 4 -

    #InternationalCookieDay is the perfect reason to satisfy your #sweettooth! Get your #RMHCCookie and you're #KeepingFamiliesClose #sharesomecookie @McDonaldsCanada https://t.co/heuS2WZxyT

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  • - December 4 -

    These #Firefighters are loving #internationalcookieday! #ShareSomeCookie and you're #KeepingFamiliesClose https://t.co/gtyWsjnnjX

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  • - December 4 -

    #ShareSomeCookie with your #babysister <3 Visit @McDonaldsCanada and get your #RMHCCookie to help keep families close! #internationalcookieday #spreadsomecookie https://t.co/yOaQvDsdxU

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  • - Jan 16 -

    We can't forget the magic of the holiday season just yet! The Christmas Stores inside #RMHLondon and #RMHWindsor made an impact that will last... More than 400 gifts given to 110 families in December - not to mention the number of gifts brought to families in-hospital using the #FamilyRoom 💕 #ThankYou #KeepingFamiliesClose

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  • - Jan 11 -

    Thank you to our superstar volunteers giving their time to bring comfort ⭐️ Thank you to the families who share their strength with us every day👨‍👩‍👧 Thank you to our communities for giving so much love that we not only reached, we surpassed our Giving the Gift of Togetherness goal🥳 Thank YOU for believing in the power of family, friendships and #KeepingFamiliesClose 💕 Happy #InternationalThankYouDay!

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  • - Jan 10 -

    Have you ever experienced an Art Battle? This one-of-a-kind event brings local artists together to create masterpieces before your eyes! Last year, we even had little artists from RMH London add their creations to the auction <3 Tickets are available for the second annual London Art Battle on March 7th hosted by Legate & Associates LLP - Personal Injury Lawyers! #keepingfamiliesclose https://artbattle.legate.ca/

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  • - Jan 8 -

    Why not make 2019 the year YOU start helping families with seriously ill children? We are hiring a Part-Time Family Services Coordinator to help the families calling us their "home-away-from-home". Learn more and apply on our website - click the link below ⬇️✅ Maybe it's time for you to find your fit on the RMH London team!

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  • - Jan 7 -

    Pairing the love of hockey with the love of families 🏒💕 Thank you Hockey for Hospice for sponsoring a room at #RMHWindsor to #Keepfamiliesclose and congratulations on a succeful event bringing 2,000+ hockey players together to make a difference! www.thehospice.ca/site-page-57/hockey-for-hospice/hfh-gives-back

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  • - Jan 4 -

    It's the first Friday of the year! Seems like a good day to share some "families-going-home" photos from 2018 :) From the short stays to the long stays, every family staying close at #RMH is part of the family 💕🏠🏥

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  • - Jan 3 -

    It's probably safe to say laundry is one of the most dreaded chores, but that isn't always the case for families using the Day Pass program at #RMHWindsor. Being able to refresh their clothing or wash that favourite "blankie" after spending days in-hospital helps families feel recharged and ready to focus on their child 💕

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  • - Jan 2 -

    With your support, Ronald McDonald Houses give families: ✅A "home-away-from-home" close to the hospital ✅A place for kids to play ✅Higher quality sleep in a cozy private bedroom If you've stayed close at #RMHLondon or #RMHWindsor, let us know in the comments what helped you most through your child's journey 💕

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  • - Jan 1 -

    #HappyNewYear! No matter how you spend the day we hope you spend it with the ones you love :) Families at #RMH may not be home for New Year's Day but they are together and close to care for their child's needs thanks to your support <3

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  • - Dec 31 -

    We have had so many #McHappy moments this year thanks to our donors, volunteers and families <3 There is still time to give families more moments together in 2019 by giving the gift of togetherness today! LAST DAY to give and get you 2018 tax receipt ;) www.rmhc-swo.ca/give-togetherness

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  • - Dec 30 -

    With another year coming to an end, we can't say thank you enough for the support YOU give that keeps families close! There is still time to end the year on a high note and get a tax receipt when you #GiveTogetherness <3 www.rmhc-swo.ca/give-togetherness

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