The Blanchette Family

Patient: Marianna
Age: 6 months
Diagnosis: Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (Congenital Heart Defect)
Length of Stay: 10 months

Marianna and her family are from St. Cloud, Minnesota. Before Marianna was even born her parents knew they were facing a challenging time and would do whatever it took to save their daughter’s life. Little did they know how long they would be away from home for Marianna’s care. Thanks to the Ronald McDonald House and our on-site school, Marianna and her brothers Fabian and Elijah were able to stay together with Mom and Dad during this traumatic time.