Dear Editor:
RE: Sharon Kelly, aka ‘McMom,’ recognized by Ronald McDonal House Charities, March 30.
Congratulations on your front-page story. The value of Ronald McDonald House Charities cannot be overstated, especially in rural areas where really sick children are often transferred to tertiary care centres far from home.
Fortunately, very few of us have occasion to care for a critically ill child, but through personal experience I can tell you the experience is life altering. Parents and children are frequently left with PTSD.
Having parents with their children during difficult health challenges is critical to the wellbeing of the entire family. Ronald McDonald House is much more than a funded hotel. The facilities and the staff look after everything for the family. I was truly amazed the first time I witnessed this organization in action.
I am ashamed to say I did not support Ronald McDonald House until my personal experience. Now, rounding up is a no-brainer.
Please, do not wait to experience this amazing charity yourself. As you read this letter, there are families with children at McMaster Children’s Hospital living through the life or death struggles of their precious children. Support them. Your money will be well spent.
So simple; just round up.
Walter O’Rourke,
Fergus