Ronald McDonald House Greater Western Sydney

60 rooms at Ronald McDonald House Westmead operating 365 days a year, allowing families to stay together close to the hospital.

A calm space away from the medical environment at The Children's Hospital at Westmead where families can take a breather while staying close to their child.

Bedside comfort services provided at Westmead, Campbelltown, and Nepean hospitals to make big days easier for families.

Access to Westmead House common area facilities, programs, and support daily for patients and families, including meals and spaces for rest and play.

At least one nutritious meal provided every day to reduce families' financial and mental burden around mealtimes.

Helps children reconnect to learning and a sense of normal life, building confidence and making the return to school easier.

In-house Learning Centre with daily programs designed to keep patients and their siblings engaged in learning through play while interacting with peers.

A talking-based support that helps people work through emotional difficulties, relationship challenges, grief, stress or mental health concerns. A counsellor listens without judgement and helps you develop coping strategies and a clearer sense of direction.

Family activities like movie nights, painting workshops, and carnivals that alleviate stress and provide opportunities for happy memories and social connection.

Fresh produce delivery to homes for longer-term families who leave the Westmead House to help with the period of adjustment of being back home.