Foundations Learning and Skills Saskatchewan brings the Family Literacy Program to Ronald McDonald House every month. This program brings fun and interactive literacy activities for kids 0-5 years old and their caregivers to help in daily routines of parenting. Facilitator Anita Fengstad has worked with hundreds of families over the years and has honed her skills in making literacy activities and reading fun for children and families. This program is also proudly supported by the Saskatchewan Roughrider Foundation.
Family Service Saskatoon supports this program through a bi-weekly drop-in group. Family Connections offers families a safe space to decompress, de-stress, and connect- as well as resources to promote mental wellness.
Navera Community Connections supports families through this program, providing caregivers with enriching support, helping to lessen the feelings of isolation and helping build on parenting tools and strategies.
MC College is proud to partner with Ronald McDonald House Saskatchewan: Saskatoon House, offering complimentary personal services. It’s a great opportunity for families to de-stress and enjoy some self-care while their child receives treatment. We offer manicures, hand massages and hairstyles.
In partnership with St. John Ambulance’s Therapy Dog Services, a volunteer pet-handler and their dog allow families to experience the benefits of the unconditional love of dogs. Zola and her handler Alexandria visit Ronald McDonald House bi-weekly, and are joined by Reacher and her handler Grace once a month.
Ronald McDonald House provides free, safe shuttle rides for families to hospitals, clinics, and grocery stores to support families’ every day needs. The program runs Monday to Friday from 7:30am-10am, 12pm-2pm, and 4pm to 6pm, and is facilitated by our amazing shuttle volunteers!
Wellness bags are given to new families admitted to the Pediatric Unit, and include fun activities, toys, reading materials, comfort items, toiletries, and complimentary snacks. Just a little something to brighten their long days in the Victoria Hospital.
These include a variety of individually packed snacks and beverages that help families of kids spending time in the Victoria Hospital to fulfill their nutritional needs. Families are also welcome to build their own snack bags.
As part of our efforts to care for families’ nutritional needs, healthy lunches are served to pediatric families to equip them with the strength and energy to care for their sick child.
The Hospitality Cart travels once per week, delivering lunches, reading materials, comfort items, and support to NICU families who are unable to leave their child’s bedside.
Ronald McDonald House Family Room provides nutritious food, beverages and snacks for all families admitted to the Malhotra NICU. The NICU Food Program is available 24 hours a day.
