Ronald McDonald House Family Rooms

A Ronald McDonald House Family Room is a quiet place away from the medical space for families to recharge, grab a bite to eat, do a load of laundry, or take a break during the long days of testing or treatment.

A Moment of Peace

Like a Ronald McDonald House, a Ronald McDonald Family Room is designed to support families through their child’s medical journey – whether it’s a break from the clinical environment, a restorative nap or night’s rest, or a sense of normalcy sitting down with a cup of tea. Hospital leaders worldwide increasingly understand that accommodation and support for families contribute to high-quality, family-centered care.

There are roughly 265+ Ronald McDonald Family Room Programs in the world, and Columbus, Ohio is lucky enough to be the home of two of them. The first Central Ohio Ronald McDonald Family Room was opened in 2017 at OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital, and the second one was opened in 2020 at Big Lots Behavioral Health Pavilion at Nationwide Children’s Hospital

A Moment of Peace

Like a Ronald McDonald House, a Family Room is designed to support families through their child’s medical journey – whether it’s a break from the clinical environment, a restorative nap, or a sense of normalcy sitting down with a cup of tea. 

There are roughly 265+ Ronald McDonald House Family Room Programs in the world, and Columbus, Ohio is lucky enough to be the home of two of them. 

Interested in Volunteering for Ronald McDonald House Family Room? Please complete this form.

OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital

Ronald McDonald House Family Room

The first Ronald McDonald Family House Room was opened in 2017 at OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital. 

The space serves as a respite for families with babies & children receiving medical care at OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital. Families can take a break in a relaxed space to grab a snack or a drink, take a shower, do a load of laundry, or take a quick break just steps from their inpatient child, if only for a few moments.

The 1,000-square foot space on the fifth floor of the Yellow Area features:

  • Family gathering area with recliners and a television
  • Dining area with a kitchenette, table, and chairs
  • Complimentary laundry machines (detergent provided)
  • Children’s play area (games, crafts, and gaming system)
  • Multi-purpose space for massage, haircuts, and other restorative practices
  • Complimentary snack food and coffee
  • ADA accessible shower (toiletries and linens provided)
  • Work station with iPads and complimentary Wi-Fi

We’d like to give a sincere thank you to the many donors making this space possible including the Columbus Blue Jackets Foundation, the Lady Jackets, Worthington Industries, and Safelite Auto Glass.

To learn more about how you can support this Ronald McDonald House Family Room, or for questions, please email carolyn.glaser@rmhcentralohio.org

Big Lots Behavioral Health Pavilion 

Ronald McDonald House Family Room

The Ronald McDonald House Family Room at Big Lots Behavioral Health Pavilion at Nationwide Children’s Hospital opened in 2020. We want our families to be able to forget they’re in a hospital, even if for a little bit.

Centrally located in the Pavilion, the Family Room offers families a place to rest and regroup while remaining close to their child by providing a welcoming, homelike environment.

Services and Amenities

  • Family gathering area with comfortable seating 
  • Dining area with kitchenette, table, and chairs
  • Large outdoor rooftop courtyard with greenery & seating
  • Shower facility with toiletries and towels provided
  • Complimentary laundry facility with detergent provided
  • Mother’s room with a breast pump
  • Multipurpose space available for a variety of activities and services
  • Scheduled family activities 
  • Complimentary snack food and coffee

To see if your family is eligible to use the Family Room, please talk to a BHP staff member.

To learn more about how you can support this Ronald McDonald Family House Room, or for questions, please email megan.renner@rmhcentralohio.org

Gathering areas for families to relax and take a break

ADA accessible shower with toiletries provided 

Laundry facilities with free detergent/laundry products

Computer access equipped with Wi-Fi 

Complimentary beverages and snacks

Hero of the Family Room

Be a Hero

Support families who are taking care of their sick children by becoming a Hero of the Family Room. By supporting this program, you can help provide families with a space to take a break, grab a snack, do a load of laundry, take a shower, and more. 

All Family Rooms are specifically designed to provide families with essential rest and support while they remain near their hospitalized child. 

Through a sponsorship, you are providing a safe and comfortable space for families. 

Support Opportunities

$25,000

  • Recognition on Ronald McDonald House Donor Wall
  • Recognition in Ronald McDonald House Family Room of donor’s choice
  • Two (2) Team Cuisine team building opportunities (breakfast or lunch)
  • Name on our website
  • Recognition in two (2) social media posts

$20,000

  • Recognition on Ronald McDonald House Donor Wall
  • Recognition in Ronald McDonald House Family Room of donor’s choice
  • One (1) Team Cuisine team building opportunities (breakfast or lunch)
  • Recognition in one (1) social media post

$15,000

  • Recognition on Ronald McDonald House Donor Wall
  • Recognition in Ronald McDonald House Family Room of donor’s choice
  • One (1) Team Cuisine team building opportunities (breakfast or lunch)

$10,000

  • Recognition on Ronald McDonald House Donor Wall
  • Recognition in Ronald McDonald House Family Room of donor’s choice

$5,000

  • Recognition on Ronald McDonald House Donor Wall
  • Recognition in Ronald McDonald House Family Room of donor’s choice

For questions and to secure sponsorship, please email Kate Siefert, Senior Development Director, or call 614-227-3777.

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