nib has entered into a partnership with Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) New Zealand that it hopes will help make a difference to the lives of thousands of families.

nib’s chief executive officer Rob Hennin said joining RMHC as a premier partner was an easy decision, with the two organisations sharing a common commitment to standing by families through thick and thin.

“When a child is in hospital, especially for longer periods of time, it’s about so much more than just financial support,” Hennin said. “It’s not having to worry about finding a place to stay nearby, or about getting lunch or dinner on the table, or getting your other kids to school.

“It’s about having someone around who understands what you’re going through and who you can talk to when things get tough,” he added.

RMHC NZ chief executive Wayne Howett, meanwhile, said nib’s support will enable the company to continue providing a ‘home-away-from-home’ for families in their time of need.

RMHC supports families when their child is in a hospital away from home. Each year, it offers thousands of families across New Zealand accommodation and support free of charge. All RMHC NZ support services, including schooling for patients and siblings staying in house, are provided free of charge.

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