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Ronald McDonald House of San Francisco
Providing a space to recharge, essential care items, meals, & support steps away from patient care
Our first Ronald McDonald House program in San Francisco was established in January 1989 with our House on Scott Street. Today, we operate inside UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital at Mission Bay, providing in-hospital meals, and family programming just steps away from patient care.
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Families are welcomed by trained Ronald McDonald House staff and volunteers. Located on the 6th floor at the Center for Families. Hours of operation are from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Ronald McDonald House Programs
Families of children receiving care at our partner hospitals are welcome to utilize RMHC Bay Area programs and services during the day, including:
- a place to rest and regroup
- Grab coffee/tea, snacks
- Daily use items- hygiene and laundry kits, etc.
- Adult and child activity books
Day Use
Families of children receiving care at our partner hospitals are welcome to utilize RMHC Bay Area programs and services during the day, including:
- practical and relaxing common areas including great rooms, kitchens and dining rooms
- no-cost megaBITES meals
- Private showers and restrooms
- age-appropriate play areas
- laundry facilities
- seasonal day camps for patients and siblings
Meals
Free lunch and dinner meals are provided for all in-hospital families. Meals are available Monday through Friday; lunch is served from noon – 1 p.m. and dinner from 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m..
megaBITES Meals
The megaBITES volunteer teams will provide hot, nutritious meals for families with day passes as well as those staying at our Ronald McDonald House of San Francisco.