Since 1981, Ronald McDonald House has served central Arkansas families by staying focused on its mission.
“We want to make sure anyone dealing with their child’s medical issue has a safe, comfortable place to rest, warm meals, snacks, daily essentials and everything they need to take care of themselves while also having to make tough medical decisions for their child,” says Candice Hickman, communications director for Ronald McDonald House Arkansas & North Louisiana.
Currently the nonprofit oversees three programs in the metro — Ronald McDonald House: Little Rock, a 32-room facility that primarily serves Arkansas Children’s Hospital families; Ronald McDonald House Family Room: UAMS, a supportive space for UAMS NICU families; and the Ronald McDonald House Care Mobile: Central Arkansas, a mobile clinic that provides free dental care at select elementary schools.
After a decade at the helm, RMH CEO Janell Mason remains motivated by the immediate impact she sees from her team’s work…