At the House

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Ronald McDonald House®

A Home Near the Hospital

Our Ronald McDonald House programs in Akron and Cleveland provide a welcoming, no-cost place to stay for families with a child receiving medical care. We offer private rooms, daily meals, and supportive spaces where families can focus on what matters most—their child’s health.

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Conveniently located across from Akron Children’s Hospital, the Akron Ronald McDonald House provides rest for families with a child receiving treatment at an Akron-area medical center.

Cleveland Ronald McDonald House

Surrounded by University Circle, the Cleveland Ronald McDonald House offers a wecoming environment for families with a child receiving treatment at any Cleveland-area medical center.

1,250 families stayed at the houses in Akron and Cleveland in 2024

For a total of 28,419 nights of rest while their children were receiving medical treatment.

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Pay-A-Stay

The cost to provide a room and meals for a family is more than $150 per night. We rely on donations to cover these costs so we can offer our services free of charge to families.

Pay-a-Stay allows current and previous House guests to make donations online. Families may also ask friends, relatives, and colleagues to make a donation to support the House.