Ronald McDonald Family Room at Health + Hospitals/Metropolitan is the fourth family room Ronald McDonald House New York has designed, built, and now operates to serve local NYC families who need it the most.

In partnership with Metropolitan Hospital on the Upper East Side of Manhattan and The Garden of Dreams Foundation, the Ronald McDonald Family Room at Metropolitan Hospital is designed to provide the best possible care and support to families visiting the pediatric outpatient care unit within the hospital. It is a reflection of our mission to ensure that families have access to the resources and support they need to navigate the challenges of a child’s illness.

NYC Health + Hospitals/Metropolitan is a member of the largest public healthcare system in the United States, serving more than one million New Yorkers annually. They are a full-service community hospital that provides state-of-the-art care in a modern environment specializing in primary care medicine and utilizing the latest advances in medical science. 

Ronald McDonald Family Rooms provides comfort, care, and support to families with children who need it most. This space is our first designed for the outpatient population, their siblings, and caregivers located directly inside the waiting room of the outpatient services clinic on the 5th floor of Metropolitan Hospital.

 

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Family Room FAQs

Who can visit the Family Room at Metropolitan Hospital?

Families and caregivers with children seeking treatment from the pediatric outpatient clinic at Metropolitan Hospital

What can families expect when visiting the Family Room?

Amenities include: snacks and beverages, TV, crafts and toys for kids, books and free wifi.

When is the Family Room open?

Mon, Thurs, Friday (8:00AM – 4:00PM) Tues and Wednesday (8:00AM – 7:00PM)