Friday, 14 November 2025 – Ronald McDonald House Greater Western Sydney is proud to announce the official opening of its new Ronald McDonald House Family Room in The Children’s Hospital at Westmead.
The new Family Room will provide a dedicated space for families of children receiving hospital treatment to enjoy a nourishing meal at no cost, rest and recharge, and find comfort away from the clinical hospital environment, all while remaining just moments from their child’s bedside.
Facilities and amenities
The new Ronald McDonald House Family Room was fitted out by our Major Partner FDC and features:
- A kitchen stocked with frozen meals and snacks
- Nap rooms for short breaks and rest
- Comfortable lounge and dining areas for moments of calm
- An office space
- Outdoor playground provided in partnership with RhinoPlay
- Laundry facilities with a washing machine and dryer
- A fully accessible bathroom with a shower and toilet
Staffed by dedicated local volunteers, the Family Room will allow parents and carers to look after their own well-being while remaining close to their child.
This service is one of several new family-centred programs Ronald McDonald House Greater Western Sydney will open over the next 18 months to meet rising demand for support across Western Sydney.
Our heartfelt thanks go to Ronald McDonald House Australia, Sealy Australia, Bosch Home Australia, La-Z-Boy Australia, and all our partners, suppliers, and donors for helping us expand our support to even more families of seriously sick and injured children.
For more information, visit ronaldmcdonaldhousegws.org.au/ronald-mcdonald-house-family-room
