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PEACE REGION<br />
BRIDGING THE GAP<br />
Dale Bond was introduced to Ronald McDonald House® Northern<br />
Alberta (RMHNA) when she stayed at the House with her family.<br />
Dale’s 11-month-old daughter, Kamryn, was running a fever and<br />
having trouble breathing. Though receiving treatment for asthma<br />
and RSV, Kamryn’s condition worsened and she was transported<br />
to Edmonton from Grande Prairie, critically ill and put on life<br />
support. Kamryn underwent a quadruple amputation.<br />
I learned the value of what the House offers<br />
and I want to share that knowledge with others<br />
”<br />
to get them involved and make a difference.<br />
-Dale Bond<br />
Her two brothers shuttled back and forth with other family<br />
members. Then they arrived at RMHNA. It provided an<br />
environment where the boys could learn and play while their<br />
parents enjoyed the company of other parents. The positive<br />
experience led to Dale’s involvement with the House. Dale works<br />
for RMHNA as the Manager of Development in Grande Prairie. We<br />
want to ensure Peace Region families are connected with RMHNA<br />
and connected with support systems at home. Dale keeps us<br />
connected to our past and present House families in Peace Region<br />
and also creates strong partnerships in the community.<br />
GRANDE PRAIRIE<br />
2013 EVENTS<br />
Charity Golf Classic<br />
RMHNA held the first Grande Prairie Charity<br />
Golf Classic on June 24 at the Grande Prairie<br />
Golf and Country Club. Over $ 50,000 was raised<br />
by 140 golfers.<br />
Shoot for the House<br />
Primetime Hunting and Fishing and Windsor<br />
Ford proudly presented the first Shoot for the<br />
House on September 8 at the Wapiti Shooters<br />
Club in Grande Prairie. Supporters enjoyed a<br />
day of skeet shooting while supporting RMHNA,<br />
including live and silent auctions, raising<br />
over $ 20,000.<br />
Second <strong>Annual</strong> Hoedown<br />
Hoedown for the House is an opportunity for<br />
RMHNA to say a heartfelt thank you to the<br />
supporters in the Peace Region who make it<br />
possible for the House to provide comfort,<br />
support and compassion to so many families.<br />
Presented by CatWauk Compression Ltd,<br />
Hoedown for the House raised $ 45,000 in 2013.<br />
ONCE A HOUSE FAMILY,<br />
ALWAYS A HOUSE FAMILY.<br />
In 2013, RMHNA launched ‘Home<br />
for Dinner away from the House.’<br />
We hosted two delicious meals in<br />
the Peace Region and reconnected<br />
with more than 220 people that<br />
once stayed with us. This program<br />
is another opportunity for us to<br />
connect with our families as we<br />
strive to play a continuing role of<br />
support in their journey.<br />
The Bond Family
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