Studies have shown, when a parent is present, hospitalized children heal 31% faster *. That's why Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana believes in the importance of keeping families together in a 'home away from home' so they can be just steps away from their child in the hospital. Every night, 140 families, just like Neilah and Jaidyn's, are able to find comfort, compassion and a sense of community at the four Chicagoland Ronald McDonald Houses and Ronald McDonald Family Room in Edward Hospital. To learn how you can help make a difference, visit [ Ссылка ] today.
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