Ronald McDonald House in Baptist Health

The 1st Ronald McDonald House INSIDE a hospital in Central Arkansas will open in 2026.

This Ronald McDonald House will provide a home away from home for families of babies in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. They will find a safe haven, a quiet retreat from the stress of the hospital, meals, snacks, activities, play spaces for siblings, and other comforts of home – all just steps away from their baby’s room.

Families will be embraced by the warmth and hospitality of our compassionate staff and volunteers. They will connect with each other, creating a community of support that uniquely understands the impact of a baby’s critical diagnosis.

All services are free to families thanks to generous donors.

How You Can Help

For more information, to become a Founding Donor, or to learn about Naming Opportunities, contact Janell Mason, CEO, janell@rmhcar-nla.org or 501-539-0913

The 6,000 square foot House will include:

• 6 Family Suites
• 2 Sleep Rooms
• Family Dining Room
• Playroom
• Laundry Rooms
• Quiet Room for Remote Work
  
• Family Kitchen
• Fully-stocked Family Pantry
• Coffee Bar
• TV Lounge
• Other Comforts of Home
• Day-Use – NICU families not staying overnight may visit during the day. They can freshen up with a shower, wash a load of laundry, grab a snack, enjoy a hot cup of coffee, and find a quiet space where they can reset and regroup before returning to their baby’s room.