David Thompson and Jacob Cass are raising funds for Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Central West.
Two well-known local businessmen, Jacob Cass and David Thompson are taking time out from their busy schedules and families this week to help Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Central West raise funds to support sick children and their families who stay at the house in Orange.
Mr Cass and his family have stayed at the house three times since their two boys were born. “The staff and volunteers just couldn’t do enough for us – it made such a difference to our family,” he said.
Fellow participant David Thompson said as a family man he can relate to how challenging it must be to have a child who has to be rushed to hospital.
“I am really looking forward to this opportunity to gain a better understanding of how the house (RMHC) in Orange works and to meet families staying there,” Mr Thompson said.
The CEO Walk in my Shoes program is an immersive experience which began yesterday, Thursday, 23rd March when Jacob and David met with and prepared the evening meal for families staying Ronald McDonald House, located near Orange Hospital.
Following dinner, Jacob and David participated in a simulated emergency admission of a family to the house.
This morning, Friday 24th March, they will prepare breakfast for families in the house which will provide another opportunity to connect and learn.
All families who stay at RMHC Central West are provided with free accommodation, emergency meals, groceries for self-catering, complimentary breakfasts, in-house toiletries and a beautiful gift bag of new toys, activities and books for the sick child in hospital.
More families from Parkes and Forbes stay at RMHC Central West than any other area of the state. You can support Jacob and David by making a donation at: www.ceowalkinmyshoes.org.au