“The Ronald McDonald House is so much like home in the sense that it is so safe, secure and welcoming. There was always a shoulder to cry on and a friend to talk to.”
Kristie Anderson – Monteagle- TN
Ronald McDonald House Guest
Mother of twins, Macie and Jacie, born premature at 26 weeks
Who Is Eligible?
Patients must be age 0-21. Eligibility is based on the severity of the patient’s condition and how far the family travels to receive medical treatment. Critically-ill patients and cancer patients are given priority. One room per family is provided unless the parents are divorced. Families are asked to make a $10 donation per night or do a household chore to help contribute to the operating needs.
Services Provided
Ronald McDonald House is a 26 bedroom facility equipped with the following: Private bedroom and bath, television, telephone, clock radio and answering machine, laundry facilities and supplies, iron, family kitchen on each floor, main “Help Yourself” Kitchen where a prepared evening meal is served daily, living areas, playroom and playground for children and a teen room with internet access.
What to bring
Families may bring clothes, favorite pillow, toy, etc., medicine and food for special diet.
“The Ronald McDonald House is so much like home in the sense that it is so safe, secure and welcoming. There was always a shoulder to cry on and a friend to talk to.”
Who Is Eligible? 
