Ronald McDonald House of Springfield
Since 1991, the Ronald McDonald House of Springfield has provided thousands of families with a home away from home, serving the needs of families with children undergoing essential and specialized medical treatment at hospitals and healthcare facilities around the Greater Springfield area.
While any family with a child seeking treatment at a nearby hospital or facility are welcome to stay with us, the Ronald McDonald House of Springfield serves children seeking care at hospitals including:
A home away from home
The Ronald McDonald House of Springfield provides a critical link between families and essential medical care. A warm, homelike atmosphere with comfortable beds, private baths, a well-stocked kitchen and volunteers ready to support our guests, the Ronald McDonald House of Springfield features:
- 20 guest rooms and private baths
- 1 respite suite allowing families to rest and refresh themselves
- A fully-stocked communal kitchen
- Community dining area
- Laundry room with multiple washers and dryers
Additional resources for children and families
The Ronald McDonald House of Springfield is designed for family-centered care, and we strive to underline the joyous experience of family togetherness. The Ronald McDonald House of Springfield also features:
- TV lounges
- Children’s playroom
- Family resource center
- Library
- Outdoor patio, garden and playground
Getting here
The Ronald McDonald House of Springfield provides accommodations for families receiving care at Shriner’s Hospital for Children, Baystate Hospital, and other local medical facilities.
By Air
- Bradley International Airport in Windsor Locks, Connecticut (24 minutes from the House).
- Transportation to and from Bradley, Yellow Taxi 413-739-9999
- Geraldo’s Transportation to LaGuardia Airport, New York and Logan Airport, Boston 413-739-0500
By Train
- Amtrak has regularly scheduled trains into and out of Springfield Union Station.
- It is best to take a taxi to and from the train station to the House, 5 minutes.
By Bus
- Grey Hound and Peter Pan buses operate out of the Springfield Union Station and have regularly scheduled buses in and out of Springfield Union Station.
- Transportation to and from Springfield Union Station, Yellow Taxi 413-739-9999.
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Make a difference for families in need
Every day, families face the challenge of having a child in the hospital, and your generosity helps Ronald McDonald House Charities of Connecticut and Western Massachusetts keep them together. Learn more about our programs and join our community of supporters.