The mission of RMHC© is to create, find and support programs that directly improve the health and well-being of children and their families. The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Burlington, Vermont, is a "home away from home" for families with seriously ill children seeking treatment at the University of Vermont Children’s Hospital. It is our aim to be a refuge for families experiencing the stress and anguish of their loved one’s illness. Whether for a short stay, or for weeks at a time, we provide families with the comforts of home as well as the support of our dedicated staff and volunteers.