Our doors are always open and we love serving families by providing just a little extra support wherever it’s needed! We want to thank the Shipe Family for sharing their amazing experience with us, and we’re so happy to see those big smiles for mom and baby!

“Nobody expects to bring a baby into this world who requires the professional help of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)... BUT I did. The Ronald McDonald House turned out to be the answer to my prayers. They helped me tremendously in more ways than one. They provided me with a very nice room to stay in, toiletries, washer and dryer, nice home-cooked meals every day/evening — all at no cost to me! Very importantly, they provided me with the support and friendship I needed at a very difficult time — especially since my own family (including my 12-year-old daughter) was almost two hours away. My son was born with gastroschisis, meaning he was born with his intestines on the outside of his body, requiring him to undergo several surgeries and a seven month stay in the NICU. I NEVER would have been able to afford any of this as I was forced to be off work for so long. The Ronald McDonald House in Springfield, IL made our journey easier, and I will forever be thankful.”

- Kristi Shipe