Ronald McDonald House Houston celebrated its 45th anniversary with a May 15 ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new facility near the Texas Medical Center.
The gist
The new facility is a 16-unit apartment property called the Amschwand House that provides families with a “home away from home” while undergoing treatments and medical care.
The first families will move in this summer and have access to amenities such as one-and two-bedroom fully furnished units, full kitchens, private bathrooms and in-unit laundry.
The space is meant for families “that require more space or have critical health needs that require isolation and social distancing,” Community Impact previously reported.
What’s in a name
The nonprofit acquired the property in 2025 from Missy Amschwand Bellinger, who is the founder of A Shelter for Cancer Families.
Bellinger used the facility to honor her late husband’s wish of providing housing for patients undergoing treatment.
More details
At the ceremony, Cristina Vetrano, CEO of Ronald McDonald House Greater Houston, reflected on the organization’s impact in the Houston area over the past four decades. Ventrano also mentioned plans to further expand services for families.
“Amschwand House represents a meaningful step forward in our commitment to serving families when they need us most,” Vetrano said. “By expanding our capacity and enhancing these living spaces, we’re able to provide not just housing, but stability, comfort and a sense of home during some of life’s most challenging moments.”
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