It takes a village

The Story

It takes a community to care for a child.

At Ronald McDonald House Charities® South Central Ontario, we know that medical care is #1 - and our partner hospitals McMaster Children's Hospital - Hamilton Health Sciences, Marotta Family Hospital - Niagara Health, and Waterloo Regional Health Network @ Midtown are outstanding when it comes to clinical experience.

But a very close second is the emotional well-being of the whole family. Because when a child is sick, the stress, fatigue, and uncertainty ripples through everyone. That's where the village steps in.

We work alongside incredible non-clinical partners who help us wrap care around the whole family. Including,

• In-House summer camp that lets kids be kids and parents catch their breath,
• Ronald McDonald Family Rooms in the hospital that are stocked with meals & comforts for parents who can't bear to leave their child's side,
• Wellness spaces at our House, and;
• Special treatments and moments that matter in the community that remind caregivers they're not alone.

This is family-centered care in action, recognizing that families are as much a part of the care team as doctors and nurses, and that their well-being directly impacts a child's healing.

Huge thanks to McMaster University Leaders in Training, Niagara College Spa & Culinary programs, The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Hamilton Mountain, Rexall Care Network, Pure NV Salon and Spa, Subaru of Niagara, Therapy Tails Ontario, and the list goes on & on...

This is just a glimpse into our village. Countless partners, volunteers, donors, and friends stand with us everyday to offer #FamilyCentredCare.