Every stay has a story

Every stay has a story

Discover the ways Ronald McDonald House® Alberta helps families stay close to care, find comfort far from home, and feel supported through some of life’s most difficult moments.

At Ronald McDonald House Alberta, families find more than a place to stay. They find moments of rest, home-cooked meals, and a compassionate support system designed to ensure they never feel like they are facing their battle alone. Thanks to the vital support of our donors and volunteers, our families can focus on what matters most: being there for their child.

Improving care with the Comfort Cart

When leaving your child’s bedside is not an option, even the smallest act of support can make a meaningful difference.

By providing complimentary snacks, drinks, toys, hygiene items, and more everyday essentials, the Comfort Cart brings the comforts of Ronald McDonald House® Alberta directly to families spending long hours at the hospital with their sick or injured child. The Comfort Cart program currently serves the Foothills Medical Centre and Peter Lougheed Centre in Calgary, the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre, and Lethbridge’s Chinook Regional Hospital. For families navigating daily uncertainty, this simple act of kindness is an important reminder that they are not alone. Made possible by generous donors and dedicated volunteers, the Comfort Cart delivers immediate moments of care where and when families need them most.

Explore family stories from across Alberta

Families come to Ronald McDonald House® Alberta from communities across the province and beyond, each with a unique story shaped by resilience, care, and connection.

The Jensen Family

The Aiyegbusi Family

The Weger-Kirby Family

The Irwin Family

The Singh Family

The Whidden Family

The Hamilton Family

The Boutilier Family

The Larsen Family

The Collins Family

The Quarterman Family

The Haggas Family

The Smith Family

The Jubb Family

The Cockburn Family

The Heier Family

The Schlosser Family

Has Ronald McDonald House® Alberta been part of your family’s story?

Every family’s experience is unique. Your story may help another family feel understood, prepared, or hopeful during a difficult time. Whether you stayed recently or years ago, we would love to hear about your experience at Ronald McDonald House Alberta. Share a story, memory, or favourite photo from your time with us.

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