Ronald McDonald House Charities South Island

Helping support families while their children receive hospital care - more than just a House.

Facing a serious illness is hard enough, but if you are a child and far from home, it can be confusing, frightening and lonely as well. Having family around is a must!

Many families coping with a seriously ill child and trying to meet the demands of other family members also have to deal with the difficulties of staying in an unfamiliar city. It can be overwhelming. That’s where Ronald McDonald Houses help, easing some of the practical worries. By providing a home away from home in a positive, supportive environment, families can concentrate on their child’s recovery.