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We support families by removing barriers and providing essential services while their children receive medical care, through our Ronald McDonald House and Ronald McDonald House Family Room.

Ronald McDonald House

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Ronald McDonald House Family Room

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To stay at the Ronald McDonald House

Families travel far and stay long for their child’s specialized care, often for weeks or months. When a child is ill or injured, families don’t just visit, they stay. Our House helps them stay together, supported and close to the care their child needs.

Ronald McDonald House allows families to stay close by their hospitalized child. Our House is built on a simple idea: families shouldn’t have to worry about where they’ll stay or eat while their child receives care. By staying at a Ronald McDonald House, parents also can better communicate with their child’s medical team and keep up with complicated treatment plans when needed. Staying close helps parents talk with their child’s care team, understand the care plan and make timely decisions.

Here’s what a family can expect from Ronald McDonald House:

  • Private suite with two queen-size beds
  • Private bathroom with shower
  • Kitchen, laundry, playroom and other common areas
  • Pantry items, fresh foods, and at least one hot meal a day
  • Covered parking
  • Friendly and supportive environment with other families experiencing similar stresses and concerns
  • Free WiFi 
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Qualifications on Staying

  • Families who have a child 21 years or younger who is receiving medical care in Wichita.
  • Families whose home residence is outside a 30 mile radius of Wichita.
  • At-risk pregnant women may also stay but must be accompanied by an adult as described below.
  • All adult family members who stay with us will need to pass a felony background check.
  • All families must have a referral from the medical provider.
  • All family members must be free of infectious disease.
 

Next Steps

  • Call Room Reservations 316-269-4420 to check availability of a room.
  • If you are covered by KanCare, please let the house manager know. More information will be provided at check-in.
 

Check-In Procedure

  • Families are encouraged to check in to the Ronald McDonald House between 8:00am and 9:00pm daily.
  • All adults staying at the Ronald McDonald House must present photo IDs and complete the registration process prior to receiving accommodations.
  • Upon check-in, families will receive our Expectations and Responsibilities Guidelines. All adults are required to sign this form indicating they know, understand and have had the opportunity to ask questions.
  • New families will be given a tour and orientation so they will be aware of all the services available to them and be better equipped to follow the House procedures.
 

Check-Out Procedure

  • Upon a child’s discharge from the hospital, families must contact the House Manager to begin the check-out process prior to leaving.
  • Families must complete the check-out tasks included on the check-out form. Tasks include stripping linens and cleaning the room and bathroom. 
  • Room keys, TV remotes, and other items that have been checked out must be returned to the House Manager. There is a $10 charge for keys that are lost.
 

Housekeeping

  • The Ronald McDonald House does not have daily room housekeeping. All families are required to clean and maintain their rooms on a regular basis. They are also required to clean up after themselves in all common areas.
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Ronald McDonald House Family Room

Offering a place to rest and regroup at the hospital

The Ronald McDonald House Family Room is a place of respite and is just steps away from your child’s hospital bed. In the Family Room, families will find a comfortable place to relax, food, personal care items and laundry facilities. Private showers and a quiet room are located nearby.

Watch TV, read a book, work on a puzzle, or just relax. There is no fee to visit the Family Room.

The Ronald McDonald House Family Room is located inside Wesley Children’s Hospital in Building 1 on the 5th Floor. The room is situated between the Pediatric and Pediatric Intensive Care Units. Open Monday to Friday, 9am to 1pm. Hours may be extended when volunteers are available.

Care Cart

 

Our Ronald McDonald Hospitality Cart Program provides bedside amenities and comfort to parents and other caregivers while they remain with their hospitalized child.

Several times a week volunteers make rounds in the Pediatric and Pediatric Intensive Care units with the hospitality cart to provide items of care and comfort to the parents and siblings of hospitalized kids. The cart is filled with complimentary breakfast items, snacks, and coffee.

For parents and other caregivers who are reluctant to leave their critically ill or injured child, the bright and cheerful cart is a welcome sight. The friendly face of the volunteer with the cart reminds families that RMHC Wichita is there to provide comfort during a difficult time.

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Your donation helps families feel at home. Even when they can’t be.

Ronald McDonald House Wichita provides comfort, care and support for families with children who are sick.