HSAD 331 Lecture Notes - Lecture 6: Internal Revenue Code, Farjana, Childrens Hospital
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Legal designation- its recognized as a public charity under internal revenue code section. Mission statement- the philadelphia ronald mcdonald house supports families of seriously ill children by creating a community of comfort and hope. Major services provided-the ronald mcdonald houses provide many different kinds of service. They provide temporary lodging, social services, transportation, and meals to families who travel to philadelphia for pediatric care. One of them is located near several pediatric hospitals, including the children"s hospital of philadelphia and the other one next to st. christopher"s hospital for children. Both provides the comforts of home and support of staff and volunteers. The houses are composed of family rooms that provides a comfortable home like setting for families while their children receive treatment. These rooms are aimed to help families to reduce stress and focus on their own well-being while they take care of their children. They have also partnered with st. christopher"s foundation for.