30 Ways in 30 Days
#19
Help decorate for the holidays
Families travel from across the country, even around the world, to access medical care for their children. The stress of coping with a critical illness and being far from home is especially difficult during the holidays. Volunteers at Ronald McDonald Houses worldwide help make the holidays a little brighter. They prepare holiday-themed meals, complete with decorations, music, crafts projects and entertainment.
After being helped by the Ronald McDonald House in Philadelphia 22 years ago, the Faucher family of New Castle, Delaware, was looking for a way to say thank you. Rich Faucher, his wife Linda and their children are renowned for their dazzling holiday light displays. Each year, they work their magic at the Ronald McDonald House in Wilmington, Delaware. Bringing the House and grounds to full illumination takes about three weeks. Rich feels blessed to have the opportunity to get to know these special children at the House and bring joy to their lives.
If you'd like to bring holiday cheer to sick children and their families, please contact your local RMHC Chapter or search VolunteerMatch to find RMHC volunteer opportunities in your area.
