"The Ronald McDonald House supported our family so much. It became a home away from home. It's a magical place."
Tara Norris
Mother to Jack, pediatric cancer patient at Cohen Children's Medical Center
"I was so grateful for the Ronald McDonald Family Room. It was a space where I could breathe, shower or refresh. Now, I volunteer to give back to other NICU families."
Katonya Trent
Mother to Kareem, a NICU patient at Stony Brook Hospital
"I don't think I would have gotten through Joseph's hospitalization like I did if it wasn't for the Ronald McDonald Family Rooms."
Tracey Caliendo
Mother to Joseph, hospitalized at Stony Brook Children's for three weeks
"We came here to save our son's life. There are toys, places to play, kitchens, laundry. You don't need anything outside of Ronald McDonald House."
Alex Lata
Father to Thiago, pediatric cancer survivor