Meet the kids

Ethan

It was an unrelenting fever that set off alarm bells for Ethan’s mum.

19 days of persistent fevers, a misdiagnosis, and numerous tests led doctors to share the devastating news...

Ethan had Pre-B acute lymphoblastic leukaemia.

Requiring immediate medical attention, Ethan’s world was turned upside down…


Relocating to Sydney for his treatments, Ronald McDonald House in Randwick was a lifeline for Ethan’s family.

For over 235 days, the house has been a source of support for Ethan’s family while they have been caring for their little boy.

He's been very brave, but his journey to recovery is not over yet…

So, will YOU walk for sick kids like Ethan?


WALK FOR ETHAN

FINN

The moment Sophie saw her toddler limping, she knew something was off…

A trip to the doctor confirmed it was serious — Finn was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia.

After enduring months of intense treatment, while staying at Ronald McDonald House in Randwick, he was cleared to go home.

His family were thrilled!

However, late last year they were caught off guard by the news that Finn’s leukaemia had relapsed.

Heartbroken that their son would have to face further treatment, his family has found comfort and support in the community of staff at the House.

With a bone marrow transplant and a long 100-day stay in isolation planned for the near future, Finn still has a big journey ahead of him.

But having his family by his side at the House has helped keep a big beaming smile on his face!

So, will YOU walk for sick kids like Finn?


WALK FOR FINN

AVIANA

At just 2 months old, Aviana’s parents were told that she’d be lucky to see her first birthday...

Diagnosed with severe spinal muscular atrophy, it was a life-altering moment for the McElwee family. 

During her treatments, Aviana has called Ronald McDonald House in Randwick ‘home’, with her longest stay totalling 4 months. 

This cutie even spent her first Christmas at the house!

Her mum shared, ‘The kindness and generosity shown to us was something we will never forget...I think Avi met Santa about 72 times!”.

Now she stays at the house every 4 months during her rounds of treatments which are helping her to thrive.


Despite the challenges she’s faced Aviana has shown remarkable strength and resilience over the years.

So, will YOU walk for sick kids like Aviana?


WALK FOR AVIANA

Leni

Leni’s parents, Trev and Carly, were heartbroken when their three-day-old newborn had to undergo surgery to repair her stomach.

During the procedure, they were given even more devastating news...

Leni would have to be urgently transferred to Sydney for an emergency tracheostomy. 

So far, Leni has bravely endured complication after complication with her condition.

For Trev and Carly, access to welcoming accommodation and the warm community of staff of Ronald McDonald House in Randwick made all the difference during their 127-night stay. 

Leni still has a way to go with reconstructive surgery planned for her throat in the near future. 

She’s had to be so resilient through every setback…

But having her family with her in the house has kept a smile on her little face. 

So, will YOU walk for sick kids like Leni?


WALK FOR LENI

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