Patient/Family Housing | Ronald McDonald House of Providence
45 Gay Street, Providence, RI 02905
Eligibility
Families with a locally hospitalized child under 21, Also accepts patients who receive outpatient treatment 3+ times per week. Families who already stayed at the House and require an additional stay during the same year, should contact the House directly by calling (401) 274-4447.
Required documents
None
Hours
24/7
Day use/visiting hours Daily 9:00AM-9:00PM
401-751-3730
Fax·
Fax
401-274-4447
Voice·
Main Phone
Application process
Contact hospital social worker, a nurse supervisor, case manager or physician for referral.
Fees
Suggested donation $10/night. No family will be turned away if they do not have the ability to pay.
Service area
Providence
The Ronald McDonald House of Providence is a temporary home for families with hospitalized children that is located next to Women & Infants’, Hasbro Children’s and Rhode Island Hospitals.
In addition to its proximity to medical facilities, the House offers something even more important; the support that comes from being able to talk and share concerns with other parents going through similarly difficult situations.
Built on land donated by Rhode Island Hospital, the Providence House has 28 bedrooms, a kitchen, a living room, dining area, a family room with play area, fitness room and laundry facilities. An enclosed courtyard offers secure access to the outdoors.
Day Use Amenities: Free coffee, healthy lunches, drinks & snacks, Home cooked meal every night, 2 private showers, 2 private nap rooms, Fitness room, Laundry facilities: washers, dryers & detergent, Enclosed courtyard & welcoming play area, Support from other families going through similar situations & dedicated volunteers, 24 hour shuttle service from House to hospitals
Last assured
03/14/2019
What's Here
Providing organization
Ronald McDonald House Charities
Ronald McDonald House Charitiees is a network of local Chapters that has been helping millions of families with sick children find comfort and support when they need it most. The programs are tailored to meet the urgent needs of each community, can now be found in more than 64 countries and regions across the globe.
Ronald McDonald houses create a home environment providing support and resources that help keep families together, family rooms provide a place for families to rest and regroup right in or near hospitals, and Ronald McDonald CARE MOBILES provide access to health care where children need it most