The sounds of the multi-level Healing Waters, birds splashing there, the whiz of hummingbirds, the rustle of leaves and grasses, all tune us into the world of nature. Smelling Hosta blossoms and roses along the paths, finding a sprig of Apple Mint or “Phenomenal” Lavender makes us hold our heads up high in appreciation of the moment. Some garden aromas…
I haven’t always been a vegetable lover. If you had asked me 15 years ago what bok choy was, I would have replied “bok chwat?” However, as I age, I find myself wandering through the Pick n’ Save produce department marveling at the colors, smells and shapes of vegetables and thinking about where and how they grow. More importantly, I…
In my 5 ½ years working at the Ronald McDonald House, I have seen many things. I have seen thousands of families walk through our doors and stay with us – some for only a few nights, some for many months. Their days are long as hours are spent in the hospital, supporting their sick child, providing a hand to…
The families at the Ronald McDonald House are strong, persistent, courageous warriors that endure long days of caring for and supporting their sick loved one. The importance of sleep is vital for them to be able to continue providing brave, attentive bedside support at the hospital each strenuous day. RMHC Eastern Wisconsin is receiving 68 new Tempur-Pedic mattresses from Tempur Sealy International Inc., on Wednesday, June…
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…
