The Ronald McDonald house charity is a charity that supports families going through a difficult period in their life. The charity has house which allow the families of ill children who are undergoing treatment in hospital to stay in close to their child, this is very important for families who maybe couldn't afford to stay in a hotel and does not want to be away from their child. The houses allow for parents to have a good night sleep by reducing pressure on them to travel long distances to be with their child everyday. Without the charity many children would feel alone without the comfort of their family living close to them for weeks or months on end. The houses are fitted with everything a family may need to live comfortably and feel like they are at home. The staff at Ronald McDonald houses are there to support the family when needed, such as being an ear to listen or there to have a chat with a cup of coffee