10/16/2026
A story that captures what Family Stays truly means...
Yesterday, we celebrated the launch of Ronald McDonald House Idaho’s new brand! While our look may be new, our mission remains the same: providing essential services that remove barriers, strengthen families, and promote healing when children need healthcare. ❤️
At our launch party, the Lizarazo family’s story aired on Idaho Today on KTVB Channel 7, and Liam was SO excited to see himself on TV! Other House families gathered to watch, too. One little girl spotted Liam on the screen and exclaimed, “It’s Liam!!” Moments like these remind us that our House is more than a place to stay — it’s a community where families connect, cheer each other on, and share in one another’s journeys.
Six-year-old Liam and his family traveled from Ogden, Utah, to Boise for specialized surgery with Dr. Russell Griffiths. Born with microtia and no ear canal on his left side, Liam underwent an 11-hour procedure at Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center to create an outer ear and place a hearing implant. Liam and his family have been staying with us during this journey. Next week, he will get to see his new ear for the first time!
Family Stays. Because when a child needs care, families need each other — and we’re here to help keep them together. We offer more than just a place to stay, we offer support to help families stay involved and engaged in their child's care. We are here to help keep families where they belong: at the heart of their child's healthcare. ❤️
We’re so grateful to Dr. Griffiths for his incredible work and to everyone who makes it possible for families to stay close during challenging medical journeys.
📺 Watch the Lizarazo family’s story:
https://www.ktvb.com/video/news/local/idaho-today/a-home-away-from-home-how-ronald-mcdonald-house-idaho-supports-families/277-592d94e8-d24a-474f-bf6e-022f83378554