Testimonies

"This place was an answer to our prayers so we could be close to our son in the DeVos NICU.  Thank you to all of the staff and volunteers.  May God richly bless you." - Gordon and Christine Smith, Newaygo, MI

"Thank you, thank you, thank you!  I'm so grateful you were here in my time of need!  Everyone was so accomadating during  my stay!  Having a child in the hospital is no easy task!  I'm so glad you were here just so I could take a break!" - Stasia Faverma, Portage, MI

"I don't know what we would have done without you guys.  It was truly a blessing to be here.  You were all very generous hosts.  We love you guys!  You will always be in our hearts and prayers." -Adam Lloyd and Felisa Buys

“ The volunteers and staff  of the Ronald McDonald House have been truly wonderful to us and having other parents here at the House to talk with has been an amazing source of support and strength Without the Ronald McDonald House … we just don’t know how we would be making it.”  -Sherri McLain, Ludington, MI         

“Our son Jakub was born at 28 weeks and 5 days. He was on the vent, C-pap, and Nasal canula. He's doing great. He was born Oct. 23rd, and was 2 lbs 8oz. Today, Dec. 12th, he weighed 4lbs 8oz. Anyways, my stay at the RMH was wonderful! I loved staying here, it was like staying at home, and I love all the people. Everyone is great! The volunteers and the workers. The guests are wonderful also. Everyone is so understanding. Thank you for everything!!" - Lindsay Taylor, Lake City, MI
 
"Billy was struck by a car on September 27th. Our lives changed forever that day, when he was flown to Spectrum Health from Irons, Michigan.  After 3 months in a coma, Billy was diagnosed with severe brain injury and we knew he would never be the same. Today, things are going better and Billy is coming home, but it would not have been possible for us to be with our son without the Ronald McDonald House.  They came to our rescue and have been so amazing we don’t know where to start … they opened their hearts with love, compassion and understanding … we believe God, himself, introduced us to the Ronald McDonald House.”    -Tom & Laura Smalley -  Irons, Michigan

Anonymous Guest Testimonies

"We thank you for taking us in with such short notice in our time of need. You not only made things easier on us, but you saved us time and money as well. From our family to yours, we thank you!"

"I just want to thank everyone at the Grand Rapids House for everything. You made it possible for us to be close to our daughter for the remainder of her time which was so very, very important to us. Again, Thank you."

"Thank you all for helping me when I really needed it the most. It was real important for me to be close to my son."

"We just want to stay thank you for all the wonderful help and support we received while our baby was in the hospital. What you do is amazing, no matter how big or small. God Bless You."

Volunteer Quotes 

" After I retired, I felt lost until I called the RMH. Here I found a place where I could make a difference, and meet so many friends" -  Guest Service Volunteer

" Volunteering (12 years now!) has been a real hands-on opportunity to give back to the community in a very personal way. It's very rewarding to connect with the families and know that you are making a difference in their lives." -  Guest Service Volunteer 

" What a great place for retirees to volunteer and help families at the same time. Very well organized, and in touch with families needs. It's been a wonderful experience." Shuttle Driver