Medicaid Cancer Foundation
About Us
Organization Description
Medicaid Cancer Foundation (MCF) was conceived out of the need to create a much-needed support system for patients, families and caregivers dealing with cancer in Nigeria. Operations began in 2009. Over time the foundation has become a platform where the challenges affecting cancer patients in Nigeria are tackled with collective and sustained efforts. We work on cancer’s full continuum – from diagnosis, to the myriad questions and answers associated with treatment and care, through the journey to full survivorship, to managing the life-changing experience for the patients, families and caregivers.
Our Mission:
To eradicate cancer and enhance the quality of life for people living with cancer.
Our Vision:
Reduce Cancer Mortality rate by increasing awareness and its preventive measures.
Our Core Values:
These are Passion, Empathy, Consideration, Respect, Honesty, and Responsibility.
Our Mission:
To eradicate cancer and enhance the quality of life for people living with cancer.
Our Vision:
Reduce Cancer Mortality rate by increasing awareness and its preventive measures.
Our Core Values:
These are Passion, Empathy, Consideration, Respect, Honesty, and Responsibility.
Year Founded
October 17, 2009
Organization Website
Languages Served
English
Contact Info
Phone Number
Organization Photos
Location
Street Address
PLOT 665 TOS BENSON CRESCENT UTAKO.
City
ABUJA
State/Province
FCT
Country
NIGERIA
Location of Organization
Africa
PLOT 665 TOS BENSON CRESCENT UTAKO.
More info about Organization
Major recurring events hosted by the organization
WALKAWAYCANCER (BREAST CANCER MONTH)
ART4CANCER
CERVICAL CANCER AWARENESS MONTH (JANUARY)
ELIMINATION OF CERVICAL CANCER MONTH (NOVEMBER)
ART4CANCER
CERVICAL CANCER AWARENESS MONTH (JANUARY)
ELIMINATION OF CERVICAL CANCER MONTH (NOVEMBER)
Major awareness or communications campaigns and/or collaborations your organization is involved in
Cervical Cancer Elimination Campaign
Project Hantsi
HPV Vaccination Campaign
Breast Cancer Campaign
Project Hantsi
HPV Vaccination Campaign
Breast Cancer Campaign
What description best describes your organization?
Patient Advocacy and/or Support Group, Foundation or Trust
Number of Employees
21+
Number of Volunteers Annually
20
Volunteer Opportunities
- General Volunteering
- Advocacy
- Sales
- Screening
Estimated number of patients and/or caregivers served annually
2,434
Number of awareness events held annually
26 - this includes Instagram live events
Number of support group meetings held annually
8
More information about Area, Activity and Services
Cancer Disease(s) of Focus
All Gynecologic Cancers, Cervical Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, Uterine Cancer (including Endometrial), Vaginal Cancer, Breast Cancer
Domain
Raising Awareness, Virtual oncology consultations, In person patient/survivor/caregiver support services, Written information/advice, Telephone information/advice, Online information, Peer-to-peer support groups, Counseling or psychological support, Caregiver support, Facilitated support groups, Wig services, Home visits, Nutritional support, Caregiver support groups, Transportation support, Political lobbying, Funding research, Supporting research eg with public and patient involvement
Advocacy and Awareness Activities Interested In
Raising Cancer Awareness, Screening/Diagnosis Programming, Educational Activities, Community Organizing, Research Initiatives, Improving equity diversity and inclusion, Fundraising, Storytelling/Narratives, Government/Lobbying, Improving Access to Treatment Options, Survivorship support
Methods of Communication
Blogs, Live Webinars, Online Community Forums, Telephone Service, Videos, Written Information
Member/Audience Type
Cancer Patients and Survivors, Patient Advocates, Family Members and/or Caregivers of Patients, Physicians (Cancer Specialists), Physicians (OB/GYN), General Physicians, Researchers and Scientists, Industry Professionals