What We Do

We believe the entire family needs comfort and support when a child is sick and should be fully involved with health care providers about the care and services their child receives.

Ronald McDonald House programs

Our Ronald McDonald House’s in Newcastle and Tamworth provide a ‘home away from home’ for families with seriously ill or injured children who travel far from home for medical treatment.

Ronald McDonald House Family Room programs

Our two Ronald McDonald House Northern NSW Family Rooms located in John Hunter Children’s and Gosford Hospitals are a friendly place for families to rest and recharge close to the ward.

Ronald McDonald House Family Hub

Our Ronald McDonald House Northern NSW Family Hub located within the John Hunter Children’s Hospital NICU offers families a gentle pause from the intensity of hospital care.

Ronald McDonald House Family Retreat

Our Ronald McDonald House Northern NSW Family Retreat provides families with a sick child, or those grieving the loss of a child, an opportunity to take a break and spend some much needed time together. 

Ronald McDonald House Learning Program

The Ronald McDonald House Learning Program helps school-aged sick kids catch-up on their missed education and stay on top of their school needs.

More than a place to stay

Our programs provide so much more than shelter for families with children who need to travel for medical care; offering a place to sleep, rest and play; where they can keep working and learning, share a home-coked meal and feel the warmth and comfort from other families, staff and volunteers. A place to stay together, stay strong and stay connected.

Ronald McDonald House Northern New South Wales

Stay in touch

Thank you for signing up to News from the Heart!

Stay in touch

Sign up to News from the Heart – receive inspirational stories from our families, keep up to date with what’s happening across our Chapter and see the different your support has for ill and injured children.