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From Calgary to Madison

The Chaudhary Family arrived in Madison from Calgary, Canada this past July, when their daughter, Sophia (11), needed surgery. Sophia’s rare condition, Parry-Romberg Syndrome, causes one side of her face to slowly atrophy. Dr. John Siebert, from UW Health, is…

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Honoring Connor

His smile—big, his hair—wacky and blonde, his demeanor despite a very rare genetic disorder—joyful. While five years of age when he passed away, Connor Jenson’s life was measured by how he lived and those he touched around him. Mom and…

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The Saxton Family

The Saxton Family was honored at the 34th Annual RMHC-Madison Golf Classic & Red Shoe Soirée on August 6—the one-year anniversary of their “going home” date from the House. Family members are former Courtesy Corporation McDonald’s employees and true ambassadors…

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The Wegner Family

Baby Emmersyn was born this past April at 23 weeks. Weighing in at 1 lb. 9 oz.—small, but so incredibly strong. The Wegner family arrived in Madison after a four-hour trip, and they were immediately referred to RMHC by hospital…

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Cooper & An Idea to Change Lives

Pat & Megan and their two children, Elise (7) and Milo (4) were all so excited when they found out their family would be growing. At an ultrasound mid-pregnancy, it was discovered that their baby boy had Coarctation of the…

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Rooted in Love

The sun was brightly shining on Sunday, May 21 as friends and families gathered in Hope Park to honor our amazing volunteers and celebrate a remarkable milestone—the 30th anniversary of our organization’s founding. The theme for the year, “Rooted in…

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Sometimes an Ember is all you need

Ember was born April 19, 2022, weighing 450 grams and 10.5 inches long. Parents Dave and Kara knew they had a long journey ahead of them, yet were grateful for each new day.  After spending 152 days at the Ronald…

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Badgers Give Back Big

There is plenty to be proud of when it comes to the UW Badgers. On and off the court they not only shine as athletes but prove to be outstanding ambassadors in the community. Giving back is the Wisconsin way….

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Ian’s Story: 12 years and nearly 200 nights at the Ronald McDonald House

In 2011, Ian began having trouble with everyday things, like tying his shoes. He was often tired and weak. Eventually, local doctors referred him to the specialists at American Family Children’s Hospital in Madison for the underlying diagnosis, which took…

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A community of support for the Gerth family

Like most new parents, Tracy was expecting to take her twins home a few days after being born at SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison. However, complications meant that they needed to stay in Madison for longer than anticipated….

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