Donation drive to support families in need at Ronald McDonald House Canberra

Seeking donations to support the families who are living at the charitable facility, Mrs Elvy is encouraging community members to be generous and give what they can this Christmas to families focused on supporting their children as they receive life saving medical treatment.

And after living at the facility for more than four months in 2017 alongside her husband after giving birth at only 24 weeks to twin boys, Mrs Elvy understands more than most the value of and comfort that Ronald McDonald Houses across nation provide.

"Both our boys were only given a seven percent chance of survival and an hour and a half after birth, my son Brody passed away from severe hemorrhage to the brain," Mrs Elvy said.

"We were lucky enough to bring one home, so the time we spent at Ronald McDonald House, the support we received from them was beyond amazing, they do a lot.

"Basically we just want to give back what they did for us."

READ MORE

On the Christmas Wishlist for the Ronald McDonald House are a range of pantry and personal items, items for those staying in pediatric wards and items for the family room at the Ronald McDonald House.

"Many families in Griffith get sent to Canberra for treatment and spend time at the Ronald McDonald House so we are just trying to help out," Mrs Elvy said.

"COVID has made it even more difficult for families as their children receive medical care which is all the more reason to donate."

Mrs Elvy will be driving the donations to Ronald McDonald House Canberra on Tuesday December 21^st but will continue to head over every few weeks in the New Year alongside her husband as a volunteer.

Donations can be dropped off to Community Kids Griffith at 42 Noorebar Avenue or can be picked up. To organise pick up please contact Katrina on 0429 304 600.

More information about the Ronald McDonald House in Canberra and the wonderful work they do to support families in need during tough times can be found here.

Our journalists work hard to provide local, up-to-date news to the community. This is how you can access our trusted content: