Have you ever had to stay in the same place all day long, without getting to move around or talk to someone new? If you never get to sit back and relax for a whole day, it may sound perfect! But what if you had to do that every day, over and over, without an end in sight? Many families…
Having the opportunity to work at Ronald McDonald House Eastern Wisconsin over the last few months has been an eye-opening experience. Before starting my internship, I knew about some basic information about RMHC and their mission to keep families together. What I didn’t understand, but would come to learn over the next few months, is how a small dedicated staff…
When you take a minute to ask our volunteers why they choose the Ronald McDonald House to be the place they donate their time and talents, you’ll get a variety of answers. Some say after they retired they felt a need to do something more, some feel fulfilled by giving back to an organization that once helped them or a…
Yesterday, we celebrated National Pet Day by reflecting on our furry friends and their wonderful handlers who bring joy to the House during our Pet Therapy program. When families come to stay at the Ronald McDonald House, they miss the comforts and familiarity of their own homes, including the pets they often have to leave behind. We are able to…
My name is Jessica Greb and I am the Director of Operations at Ronald McDonald House Charities Eastern WI (RMHC). My primary role is to care for any facility related situation that may arise on a daily basis while ensuring the RMHC property is safe and accessible for all family guests, visitors, volunteers and staff at all times. Many days…
Today spring arrived! At 5:29 a.m., the sun crossed the celestial equator marking the special moment of the Vernal Equinox. The sun rose at 6:55 a.m. and will set at 7:04 p.m., giving us almost equal hours of daylight and night time. This is the time to identify due east and due west. Note where the sun rises and sets…
I had an awesome day on Wednesday! It started with a bath, which wasn’t so awesome, but then a car ride. Mom said that we were going to see some kids and that I have to be on my best behavior. She picked me up and put me in the car. I snuggled into my car seat. Away we went….
At the RMHC Eastern Wisconsin, there is one room of the House always filled with hopeful and joyful smiles. Tucked away in a corner of the lower level is the Magic Room, where a little yellow token goes a long way. Upon their arrival at RMHC Eastern Wisconsin, each child in a guest family is given a token which grants them…
Last week I had the opportunity to shadow a shift of volunteers to see what they do. I knew that volunteers were integral in keeping the House clean and everything running smoothly, but I was not sure about what each volunteer group did. I was excited to take a more hands-on role in the House and to see what my…
On Monday, RMHC Eastern Wisconsin held the 31st Annual Chef’s Dinner, where renowned Milwaukee chefs came together to create a delicious six course meal with expertly paired wine. Guests indulged in a delectable dining experience and participated in a silent auction that benefitted families who stay at the House. During the event, David Kapic spoke about his experience staying at…
