Ronald McDonald House Charities of Bismarck
Caring for Families in Need
A "home away from home"
In July of 1992, the Ronald McDonald House ® opened its doors in Bismarck - and the community opened its heart - to care for the families of seriously ill children receiving medical treatment in Bismarck and Mandan. More than a place to stay, the House provides comfort and care for families when they need it most.
While the child receives medical care in one of our area hospitals and clinics, the House offers respite from hospital waiting rooms. Families find shoulders to cry on - other families experiencing the same hopes and fears. They find caring staff and volunteers. They find a safe, welcoming place to call home while they are far away from family and friends.
This is the house that provides the home,
that cooks the meals,
that sleeps the people,
that dries the tears.
This is "the house that love built®."
Our Impact
The House
McDonald's Support
The Care Mobile
All about staying at the House
Who is eligible to stay?
• Parents or guardians with a pediatric patient receiving medical treatment at any of the local medical facilities. Patients are generally 18 and under, but exceptions may be made for financially dependent, unmarried college-aged children (up to age 22). Siblings of the patient are
All about staying at the House
Who is eligible to stay?
• Parents or guardians with a pediatric patient receiving medical treatment at any of the local medical facilities. Patients are generally 18 and under, but exceptions may be made for financially dependent, unmarried college-aged children (up to age 22). Siblings of the patient are also welcome with a maximum of four family members per room occupancy.
• Families living 30 miles or more from Bismarck
• High-risk maternity patients
• Registered guests must be 18 or older. If they are under 18 and unmarried, they must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian.
How do I get a room?
• Talk to a hospital/clinic nurse or social worker for a referral. If you have questions about the process you can call Ronald McDonald House: at 701-258-8551
• Office Hours/Check-in Hours: 9AM - 8PM daily
• Requests will be taken for future dates, but cannot be guaranteed
• Rooms are available on a first come/first served basis
How much does it cost?
• A $20 donation per night stay is requested, but no one is turned away for inability to pay
• Third party payments (Medicaid, IHS) are also accepted
What services does the House provide?
• 7 bedrooms with private bathrooms (2 ADA accessible). Limit of four to a room
• Full kitchen for families to prepare their own meals with donated food items
• Free laundry facilities and supplies
• Large comfortable living room and common areas with TV's and DVD's
• Children's play areas and game room with video games
• Off-street parking available for guests
• The House is smoke-free; the House and grounds are alcohol free
• Sorry, but pets are not allowed; registered service animals are permitted
• Transportation is available at minimal cost
Where is it?
• Located at 609 North 7th Street - easy walking distance from the hospitals (just 2 blocks from Sanford and 4 blocks from CHI/St. Alexius)
The Care Mobile
McDonald's Support
The Care Mobile
"Delivering Hope on Wheels"
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile, a mobile dental clinic on wheels, delivers urgently needed dental care to underserved children ages 0 through 21 in their neighborhoods in the western half of North Dakota. Ronald McDonald House Charities of Bismarck owns and operates the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile of North Da
"Delivering Hope on Wheels"
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile, a mobile dental clinic on wheels, delivers urgently needed dental care to underserved children ages 0 through 21 in their neighborhoods in the western half of North Dakota. Ronald McDonald House Charities of Bismarck owns and operates the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile of North Dakota. We have partnered with Bridging the Dental Gap, Inc. of Bismarck, a non-profit dental clinic, to establish the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile Program. We strive to deliver our services in an atmosphere of kindness, compassion, caring and respect.
Why a Mobile Dental Program?
One of the greatest unmet needs of low-income families is dental care. More than one-half of North Dakota children have had tooth decay and more than one in five children have untreated tooth decay. The existing dental safety net clinics cannot meet all of the current needs in North Dakota. Untreated dental problems can result in pain and infection, create difficulty chewing and eating, and interfere with concentration and learning. The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile is a 40-foot long state-of-the-art mobile dental clinic with a dentist, dental hygienists, and dental assistant. The mobile clinic staff deliver dental care to underserved children in their own neighborhoods.
Care Mobile Advisory Committee
Brad Hawk
Dr. Brent Holman
Cheri Kiefer
Dr. Christy Peterson
Camie Mosbrucker
Dave Zentner
Deb Schmidt
Debbie Sotebeer
Denny Sotebeer
Don Larson
Doug Mahowald
Jaci Seefeldt
Kathy Mangskau
Cheri Langie
Libby Kidder
Mary Marthaller
Shawn Deisz
Tammy King
Toni Hruby
Will Sherwin
Brent Keinjan
Celeste Espeseth
McDonald's Support
McDonald's Support
McDonald's Support
When you "round up" your purchase at any McDonalds, you are supporting RMHC. RMHC Bismarck receives direct donations from the following McDonald's stores.
- Bismarck (all stores)
- Mandan
- Minot (all stores)
- Dickinson
- Williston
Thank you to McDonald's, our "founding and forever" partner!
Who We Are
Our Board
- Melinda Steckler- Board President, MDU Resources Group
- Darla Jensen- President Elect, Basin Electric
- Samantha Richter- Secretary/Treasurer, Sanford Health
- Amy Dion-Rader- Past President, CHI St. Alexius
- Libby Kidder- McDonald's
- Kate Gartner- Bismarck Public Schools
- Sandy Sandford- Parent Representative
- Will Sherwin- ND Dental Association
- Arnie Strebe- BisBlox
- Travis Dahl- Legacy Financial Partners
- Tegwyn Brickhouse- Pediatric Dentist and Oral Health Consultant
Our Staff
- Brent Kleinjan- Executive Director- brent@rmhcbismarck.org 701-471-0348 (cell)
- Celeste Espeseth- Operations Director/Care Mobile Program Manager celeste@rmhcbismarck.org
- Carrie Mandigo- Resident Manager (lives on site)
- James Mandigo- Relief Manager (lives on site)
- Phyllis Stoddart- House Manager
- Kathy Howe- House Manager
- Janet Linquist- House Manager
- Shelly Yanzter- Housekeeper
- Mark Murie- Relief Manager
- Claudia Lorenz- Relief Manager
- Irene Felchle- Saturday Manager
- Troy Stoddart- Maintenance
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile Staff
- Dr. Christy Peterson- Pediatric Dentist
- Judy Ryen- Registered Dental Hygienist
- MeriBeth Cornforth- Registered Dental Hygienist
- Colleen Schantz- Certified/Registered Dental Assistant
- Henry Riegler- Care Mobile Driver/Intake Coordinator
- Mark Yantzer- Care Mobile Driver/Intake Coordinator
Images of Impact: A Visual Journey of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Bismarck, ND's Outreach
Round up for RMHC Bismarck - donation opportunties
Round up your purchase every time you go to McDonalds?
Did you know that rounding up your purchase at McDonalds benefits local RMHC Chapters? The stores that directly support the RMHC Bismarck chapter are as follows. All McDonald's stores in Bismarck, Mandan, Dickinson, Minot, and Williston! In addition, the owner-operators of these stores provide generous support to different events and fundraisers we have throughout the year!
Adopt a Room
This program started in 1992 when the house was built. More information coming soon on the relaunch of our adopt a room program!
Care Mobile Donor of the Month
Do you want to help kids who need dental care? We are looking for 12 donors to support the care mobile operation for 1 month each year. More information to come!
Volunteer Opportunities
Prepare a meal
Throughout the year, groups ranging in size from 2-8 will come and prepare meals for our families. We suggest the entree be something we can freeze and reheat. Salads and baked goods are also very popular. We have a full kitchen with everything you need to prepare the meal. Most groups shop for the food and ingredients and bring the food to prepare. This is a great team-building exercise for businesses and student groups.
Shifts at the House
Volunteer evening shifts are available from 5 pm to 9 pm Monday through Sunday. The house is generally quiet as families are resting and returning from the hospital. Volunteers are on hand to provide support and assist the families if needed. You can bring a book or do homework in your downtime. Call the house at 701-258-8551 to learn more or stop by for a tour!
Events
We occasionally need volunteers for special projects and events, and will post these opportunities on our Facebook Page.
Board of Directors
The Bismarck RMHC Chapter is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. If you are interested in being a Board Member contact Executive Director Brent Kleinjan at brent@rmhcbismarck.org or 701-471-0348.
Care Mobile Advisory Committee
Separate from our board, we have a Care Mobile Advisory Committee that meets quarterly. If you are interested in joining the advisory committee contact Celeste Espeseth celeste@rmhcbismarck.org
Support Ronald McDonald House Charities of Bismarck!
Every contribution helps us continue to support families. Here are some ways you can support us!
- General donations of checks or cash
- Pob tab donations
- Food, cleaning supplies, hygiene items
- Memorials and Tributes
- Stocks and Estate gifts
Contact brent@rmhcbismarck.org or 701-471-0348
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