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The Purdy Family
Written by Nicole Purdy, Kailen’s Mom (03-15-2023) My name is Nicole, and my husband is Jeff. Our son Kailen arrived after a three-day hospital stay and hard labor. Very shortly after that he was taken to the NICU at Carilion Memorial. We had no idea how long he would need to stay and still were
Read PostThe Month of Hearts
February is the month of love- or hearts! For Ronald McDonald House Charities, February is all about hearts. Hearts represent so much more than just love – they represent hope, community, support, and family. The heart in our logo is a reflection of the love and compassion at the core of our mission. Our House
Read PostTransformation Tuesday – Trent
Erin stayed with us when her son was born 6 weeks premature. He only had minor setbacks, so Erin ended up staying at the Ronald McDonald House in Roanoke for only 3 weeks, but she is very thankful for everything the house provided her and her family during that time and still continues to provide
Read PostSet Your Intentions
Happy 2023!! With a new year comes along new hope, new seasons, new chapters, and new actions. So, how can you set your intentions around these new things? Reflect on what you value and what matters to you and then plan around those thoughts. Consider this the “clean slate” season and set your goals and
Read PostTransformation Tuesday – Christopher
The Crouses stayed with us in April 2019 when Christopher was born. He is now a healthy 3-year-old little boy. Here is the Crouse Family story told by Christopher’s mother, Emileigh: “Christopher is the youngest of 5 children. He was born two months early and I delivered him myself in the ambulance on the way
Read PostLights
The Ronald McDonald House is a beacon of light for families because they are able to stay together and near the medical care, they need. The season of lights is upon us! As you drive around town you can feel the joy, hope, and love that comes with the holiday – lights are on display everywhere.
Read PostThankful
Thankful – one word that means so much. As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, the staff here at Ronald McDonald House Charities reflect on that word and the fact it holds so much meaning. The last few years have seen a roller coaster of changes. As we have maneuvered through an ever-evolving world, we are
Read PostFall, Family & Friends!
“Fall, Family, Friends, Smiles, Laughs & Hugs are some of the Best Things in Life and they are all Free.” Can you believe it – Fall is here! Kids are back in school, pumpkin spice flavors are everywhere and the temperatures are starting to dip – even if it is just slightly. It’s time to
Read PostRemembering Co-founder Dr. Audrey Evans
(Republished from rmhc.org) When a child is seriously ill or injured, the only thing a family should have to worry about is getting them the care they need. Each year, millions of families are faced with uncertainty when they have to travel for the medical care their child needs. Where will they stay? How will
Read PostVolunteers Mean Hope
“The Heart of a volunteer is not measured in size but by the depth of their commitment to make a difference in the lives of others.” It takes a special person to care for families with critically ill children and here at the Ronald McDonald House, we have been blessed with hundreds and hundreds of
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