Ronald McDonald House Wellington
Ronald McDonald House Wellington provides a ‘home-away-from-home’ for families so they can remain close to their hospitalised children.
Ronald McDonald House Wellington provides a ‘home-away-from-home’ for families so they can remain close to their hospitalised children.
Families come to our Wellington House from across New Zealand. Our House is a ‘home-away-from-home’ for families, providing a safe haven to retreat to after a long day on the hospital ward. From stocked kitchens to comfy lounges, we understand how important it is for families to escape the clinical world of medicine, and take comfort in the familiarity and routine of a home-like environment.
The House is based just across the road from Wellington Hospital. Our staff are there to assist you throughout your stay, they’ll help you find your way around, explain how the House works and if needed, put you in touch with the appropriate support network.
Some families only stay one night, whilst others have stayed more than a year. Families are welcome at our Wellington House while their child is being treated at Wellington Hospital.
Thankfully, due to our generous donors, there is no charge for families to stay at the House.
House families are welcome to check in to Ronald McDonald House Wellington from 11.00 am – 9.30 pm.
We welcome families bringing siblings and grandparents to stay at the House where possible, but we do not provide childcare services. Children under the age of 18 cannot stay in the House unattended.
Within our facility, we provide House families with a whole host of amenities including:
Family bedrooms are set up to easily sleep 4 people, with the ability to sleep 5 people if required. Rooms are fully furnished with sheets and towels provided. Each room has its own ensuite bathroom and TV set with DVD player.
We also have six completely self contained apartments for families with special requirements.
Some basic food necessities are available in the communal kitchen pantry for families, and dinner is cooked by volunteers 2-3 times a week.
Whilst family dinner nights are provided 2-3 evenings a week at the House free of charge, you will also need to provide food for your family’s needs while here, so it is a good idea to bring a bag of staple food items. For additional food requirements, there is a supermarket nearby.
Ronald McDonald House Wellington is situated directly opposite Wellington Hospital.
7am – 11pm daily
30-38 Riddiford St
Newtown
Wellington 6021
PO Box 7055
Wellington 6242
04 389 5505