Employees from the Radiology department recently came together to make a meaningful difference by volunteering at the Ronald McDonald House kitchen. Through the “Taste of Hope” program, they prepared a delicious, nourishing meal for families staying at the House while their children receive critical medical care.
Under the guidance of the Ronald McDonald House culinary team, the volunteers rolled up their sleeves and worked together to create a comforting meal. Their efforts provided more than just food—it gave families one less thing to worry about and allowed them to focus on their children’s healing.
The Taste of Hope program offers groups of coworkers, families, friends, church members, and civic organizations the opportunity to prepare and serve meals at Cincinnati’s Ronald McDonald House. By volunteering, participants provide essential nutrition to children and support parents during some of the most challenging times of their lives.
For the Radiology team, the experience was more than just cooking—it was about fostering hope and community. “It felt incredible to know we were helping families in such a meaningful way,” shared one volunteer.
The Ronald McDonald House continues to rely on volunteers to sustain its mission of supporting critically ill children and their families. If you or your group would like to make a difference, consider joining the Taste of Hope program and providing comfort through a warm meal and a caring heart.
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Stairs: Cara Trimble, Lindsay Woods, Stephanie Steiner, Katie Scheidt, Dianne Hater, Becky Pryor, Miranda Getz, Kayla Love Apeksha Patel, Emily Mueller
Carey Eiser is an anesthesia nurse in Radiology's MRI division at Cincinnati Children’s. A KU graduate from Scott City, Kansas, Carey loves learning, connecting with diverse cultures, and enjoys outdoor activities like tennis and golf. Her passion for helping others led to a mission trip to Swaziland, Africa. Currently pursuing graduate studies at Xavier University, she finds joy in continuous learning.
Glenn Miñano is a media specialist in the Department of Radiology, providing graphic design, photography, printing, video services, and administration of the department’s online properties. His works have been published in several medical articles, such as the American Journal of Radiology and the American Institute of Ultrasound. He has been providing these services to the Radiology Department since 1996.
Meredith Towbin is a freelance copy editor and writer. She has copyedited the Department of Radiology’s blog since it launched. She also works as a copy editor for the home improvement website BobVila.com. Her writing has been featured on HuffPost as well as other writing sites.
