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Ronald McDonald House Central West

Our House in Orange opened in April 2015 and has been a 'home away from home' for families who have travelled so that their sick or injured child can receive treatment at one of Orange's three hospitals

Located on the grounds of Bloomfield Campus, within  275 metres from Orange Health Service

Our Dubbo Hospital program was added in 2024 and allows us to support families with children receiving treatment in the Paediatric wards and Special Care Nursery.
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'Home is where the heart is' and the heart of Ronald McDonald House Central West are our Volunteers. The team of over 130 Volunteers who help us run the House and Programs are from all walks of life - university students, corporate professionals, retirees, mums and dads.

All those who work with us and join the team are passionate about giving back to help others from the community in which we all live.

We have opportunities to Volunteer with us at Ronald McDonald House Central West in both Orange and Dubbo.

In Orange, at our House located on the grounds of Orange Health Service, we have lots of roles available from administration, housekeeping, groundskeeping and overnight ambassodors.

In Dubbo at the Hospital, our Volunteer led Hospitality Cart program serves families with children in the Paediatric and Special Care Nursery. The shifts in Dubbo are up to 2 hours and involve supporting families with essential items.

More information about our Volunteer roles is included in the section below.

Supporting families as at the centre of what we do. Our 'home away from home' allows families to stay close to their child receiving treatment at Orange's hospitals

Our minimum requirement to Volunteer is that you are available for one 3 hour shift per month

Please phone us on (02) 6363 1960 during office hours to discuss the roles available in more detail or ask any questions you may have about Volunteering with us in either Orange or Dubbo

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Volunteer Roles

We have a range of volunteer roles available to suit your needs, skill set and availability:

  • Overnight Family Ambassadors - Orange House
    Our Family Ambassadors are the friendly faces who stay overnight at the House & welcome guests after hours. As an Overnight Family Ambassador your role provides an empathetic and friendly environment to all families and their children

  • Admin Angels - Orange House

    As an Admin Angel your role could be varied. Greeting families as they enter and providing an orientation to our new families. Assisting families with any inquiries they may have. Taking calls/enquiries from the hospital about room availability through to entering families into our systems and running end of day reports. Additionally there may be a range of general admin tasks and projects to assist with, from fundraising to Governance and from time to time helping us with some light housekeeping.

  • Domestic Gods and Goddesses - Orange House
    As the name suggests our Domestic Gods and Goddesses have a knack for being clean. They help support the cleaning team by ensuring a high standard of cleanliness through the House.

  • Bake from the Heart - come and bake for us to provide our families with comforting biscuits and cakes. Nothing better than a cup of tea and a home made biscuit after being at the hospital!

  • Hospitality Cart Volunteers - Dubbo Hospital
    Volunteers are critical to the success of the Cart and will help to stock the cart, deliver the items, connect with sick children and their families and provide general well-being checks

  • Gala Ball Dream Team
    Join the Gala Ball team which is a much needed support role for our largest fundraiser for the year. The Gala Ball is held annually in Orange.
 
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Find Us

Ronald McDonald House Central West

1502 Forest Road, Park Drive
Bloomfield Campus
Orange NSW 2800

Ph. 02 6363 1960 : 8AM - 5PM
Email. admin.orange@rmhc.org.au
After Hours Phone. 0477 931 960 : 6PM - 8AM

Ronald McDonald House Orange is located an easy 275m walk from the Rear Entrance of Orange Health Service.

We are situated across the road from Western Care Lodge and accessible through the walking path between the bowling greens of Orange Country Club.

The Child and Adolescent Mental Health (CAMH) Unit is also within walking distance of Ronald McDonald House Central West.

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House Orientation Video - Orange

Learn about the layout of the House and more information that will assist you when you arrive and during your stay with us at Ronald McDonald House Central West in Orange
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FAQs

What is the minimum availability requirement to be a Volunteer at Ronald McDonald House Central West
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We ask that each of our Volunteers is available for at least one 3 hour shift per month
What checks will I need to complete to become a Volunteer?
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To be a Volunteer with us at Ronald McDonald House Central West we require our volunteers to complete:

Criminal Record Check which we cover the cost;

Working with Children Check which can be applied for on-line and is free for volunteers -if needed, we can assist with this process.

It is also Ronald McDonald House Charities policy that all volunteers and staff have been fully vaccinated against Covid 19. RMHC Central West will pay for you to be vaccinated, if necessary.

 

Do I need to be Vaccinated to be a Volunteer?
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It is also Ronald McDonald House Charities policy that all volunteers and staff have the following mandatory vaccination status:

Fully Vaccinated - Influenza
Fully vaccinated against Covid 19

If you are unable to be vaccinated due to an underlying medical condition, you will need to provide a Contrindication Medical Certificate approved by the Therapeutic Goods Administration

RMHC Central West will pay for you to be vaccinated, if necessary
What do I wear while Volunteering?
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We will supply you with a Ronald McDonald House Central West Volunteer uniform once you have successfully completed all requirements to join the team.

Contact Us

Ronald McDonald House Central West
1502 Forest Road
Park Drive, Bloomfield Campus
Orange NSW 2800

02 6363 1960 - 8am till 5pm
0477 931 960 - After Hours House Phone
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How can you help?

Here at RMHC Central West we are committed to providing a ‘home away from home' for families, free of charge in their time of need.

Our dedicated team of Volunteers is on duty at Ronald McDonald House Central West seven days a week, 365 days a year, supporting families when they need it most.

We need help at the House in the following ways:
  • Spread the word about Ronald McDonald House Central West with your friends and family to help raise awareness in your home town so families who are eligible are aware of our services
  • Become a Volunteer with us and have a direct impact supporting families when they need it most
  • Making a donation, fundraising at home or creating a fundraiser on facebook.
  • Like our Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn Pages and share our posts to help spread awareness about RMHC Central West.

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