Jeff Tensley
Chairman of Board- Instructor, Foothill High School
Unifying the efforts of our six houses, a camp, two family rooms and other programs, the Southern California Chapter of Ronald McDonald House Charities is committed to creating a community where children and their families embrace life and healing with a sense of hope, enthusiasm, courage and joy.
Ronald McDonald Houses located throughout Southern California help families stay close to their child when they need treatment for a serious medical condition. Our Houses provide a home-like setting, close to the region's top hospitals, where families can stay free-of charge for as long as necessary.
Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times helps children with cancer and their families find hope, healing and a sense of normalcy at our year-round, medically supervised camp facility.
Our Family Rooms provide an oasis for parents and caregivers inside the hospital, giving them a chance to sleep, shower, and connect with other families just steps away from their child’s hospital bed.
Family Support Services (FSS) provides compassionate emotional support, education, and resources to the families and staff of the Ronald McDonald House. We are available to you seven days a week, 24 hours a day, every day of the year even after you leave the house and return home.
The Bakersfield House is governed by a board representing a variety of professions, areas of expertise, and communities throughout the region.
Financial Advisor, AIM Wealth Management
VP of Technology, Safe1Credit Union
Owner, Hardt Construction
Community Engagement Supervisor, Kern Health Systems
Field Marketer, Valley Strong
Superintendent, California Water Service
VP of Regulatory and Public Affairs, Kern Energy
Our 30,000 employees are scientists, researchers, communicators, manufacturing specialists and regulatory experts located around the globe. As a biopharmaceutical company, we come up with new approaches to addressing today’s health issues—from life-threatening illness to chronic conditions.