For any parent, there is nothing more frightening than a sick or injured child. Realizing that adequate medical treatment may be hundreds of miles from home magnifies the stress of a child’s illness or injury. A premature birth, trauma or an ongoing illness can force a family to travel far from home for their child’s medical treatment.
Ronald McDonald House offers a home away from home for families who must be in Roanoke with pediatric patients. Based on a priority system, families find a temporary home, a good meal and a friendly face at Ronald McDonald House, even when money is tight.
Services and Amenities
The Ronald McDonald House in Roanoke has many amenities for families, such as:
- Living room, dining room, fully equipped kitchen, family room, library, meeting rooms and play room
- 18 beautifully decorated guest rooms, each with two queen-sized beds, a private bathroom, television and telephone
- Linens provided
- A meal every evening
- Smoke-free environment
- Computer with Internet access
- Laundry facilities
- Handicap accessible facility
- Playground
The Ronald McDonald House suggests a $15 per night donation, but no family is turned away for their inability to pay. Medicaid is accepted.
Referrals are made by physicians, nurses and social workers.
Location:
Ronald McDonald House is located just a few blocks from Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital:
2224 S. Jefferson St., S.W.
Roanoke, VA 24014-2404
540-857-0770
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