A woman holding her baby talks with another woman.

 

Welcome to RMHC of Alabama, guest family! Below you will find a calendar of our most current meals and activities.

For any questions, please speak to Chef Alexis (meals) or April Dickerson, Director of Family Life (programs/activities).

 

Examples of Family Activities

  • Arts and Crafts Night – drawing, paper art, jewelry, mosaics, painting, quilting, crochet, knitting, scrapbooking, sculpture demonstrations, welcome/”no sew” blankets and much more!
  • Book Club – short stories, self-help chapters, current popular novels, Birmingham based stories, author meet & greets, children’s book with activities, illustrator talks
  • Cake Decorating/Birthday Club – cupcakes, themed cakes for holidays, etc.
  • Game Night – Bingo, beginner card games, Family Favorites (Monopoly, Scrabble, Chutes and Ladders, Candyland)
  • Holiday Themed Events – Parties, arts and crafts nights, game night
  • Ice Cream Social – Sundae bar, make your own ice cream, frozen yogurt
  • Sports themed parties – Super Bowl, Iron Bowl/Superbowl, etc.
  • Magicians and Magic Shows

Personal Development Activities

Share your skills to benefit guest families!

  • Financial counseling/budgeting
  • Self care – yoga, meditation, relaxation, laughter therapy and more!
  • Cooking demonstrations
  • Stress Management Skills workshop
  • Fitness – stretching, dance, equipment-free workouts, etc.

Daddy and daughter enjoy a visit from Hand in Paw.

Support Programs & Activities

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Alabama would be thrilled to have your group host a fun and enriching activity to boost guest families’ well-being while they are with us. Are you a community member ready to host a family activity? Read our guidelines and get signed up here!