How to Stay

RMHC Icons Website

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Rochester, NY, Inc. provides a “home-away-from-home” to families while their children receive the medical care they need.

How to Stay with RMHCR

To stay at the Westmoreland Ronald McDonald House, guests must meet the following criteria:

  • Guests must have a child (up to age 21) receiving medical care at any local healthcare facility.
  • A photo ID is required for all guests aged 18 and above.
  • Guests must live beyond a 12-mile radius from Westmoreland House. We also welcome international families.
  • Referrals must come from the patient’s social worker, nurse, surgery scheduler, or other medical professionals. We cannot accept self-referrals.
  • Our rooms accommodate a maximum of six guests.
  • Guests must not have been exposed to or currently have an infectious disease.
  • Registered sex offenders are not permitted.
  • We cannot accommodate individuals with convictions of child abuse or domestic violence, or those under investigation for such cases.
  • A referral does not guarantee eligibility or a room. Please call (585) 442-5437 to confirm availability.
 

To stay at Ronald McDonald House Within The Hospital at URMC, guests must meet the following criteria:

  • Guests must have a child (up to age 21) receiving care at URMC.
  • A photo ID is required for all guests aged 18 and above.
  • Referrals must come from the patient’s social worker, nurse, surgery scheduler, or other medical professionals. We cannot accept self-referrals.
  • House Within the Hospital accommodates up to two guests per room.
  • Guests under 18 are not permitted.
  • Guests must not have been exposed to or currently have an infectious disease.
  • Registered sex offenders are not permitted.
  • We cannot accommodate guests with convictions of child abuse or domestic violence, or those under investigation for such cases.

 

To stay at the Sleeping Rooms at Unity Hospital, guests must meet the following criteria:

  • Guests must have a child (up to age 21) receiving care at Unity Hospital.
  • A photo ID is required for all guests aged 18 and above.
  • Referrals must come from the patient’s social worker, nurse, surgery scheduler, or other medical professionals. We cannot accept self-referrals.
  • The sleeping rooms accommodate up to two guests per room.
  • Registered sex offenders are not permitted.
  • We cannot accommodate guests with convictions of child abuse or domestic violence, or those under investigation for such cases.

 

Visitor Policy

  • Visitation hours for Westmoreland House are from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm, with a maximum of four visitors.
  • Visitation at House Within the Hospital is from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm and is restricted to guests aged 18 and above.
  • All guests must sign in and out for each visit.

Other Resources

You don’t need to stay overnight to access our services. We offer several respite spaces where you can relax and find comfort during your visit. For more information visit: What We Do – RMHC Rochester

  • Guest Pass Program at Golisano Children’s Hospital:
    • Please ask your social worker or healthcare provider about meal vouchers.
    • Please ask your social worker or healthcare provider about the Rejuvenation Room.
    • Please ask your social worker or healthcare provider about Guest Pass at House Within the Hospital.


We are committed to creating a safe and supportive environment for all families.

Contact: Ronald McDonald House of Rochester, NY
Address: 333 Westmoreland Drive, Rochester, NY 14620
Phone Number: (585) 442-5437
Fax: (585) 442-7330