Saving little lives
Malcolm Children’s Foundation (MCF) is a charity located in Kampala, Uganda.
Our aim is to help save children’s lives, especially those with congenital diseases who don’t have access to the vital medical support they need here in Uganda.
Our vision is to save little lives and give children a healthy start in life.
Please take a look around our website to find out more:
You are important to us and we remain committed to supporting you as a patient or family member.
What you value and what you expect from us at MCF
Respect:
At MCF, we value the knowledge you share with us. We take the choices and decisions you make very seriously. We protect your privacy. We are courteous and respectful. We are sensitive and responsive to your beliefs, culture and background.
Understanding:
At MCF, we treat you as a whole person. We provide comfort and care to support your physical, social, emotional, learning and developmental needs.
Communication:
At MCF, we take the time to listen to you. We respond thoughtfully to your concerns. We explain information fully and clearly so you can make informed choices. We take into account your language and special communication needs
Accountability:
we strive to provide high-quality, safe, child and family-centred care. We engage you as a partner in care. We use publicly funded resources appropriately and effectively.
Flexibility:
At MCF, we work creatively to accommodate your needs. We try to prevent changes to your schedule and appointments and we provide an explanation if changes occur.
Transparency:
At MCF , we identify the members of your healthcare team for you and how they are involved in your care. We provide you with access to your health record. We tell you in advance if we have to pay for your medical expenses.
What we at MCF value and what we expect from you:
Engagement:
At MCF, you continue to provide comfort and support as a family in the special ways that only families can. You strive to attend your appointments and you inform us of any changes to your schedule. You listen openly to the information provided by your healthcare team and information we are given from our medical experts.
Speaking up:
At MCF, you ask questions when you do not understand. You share your concerns with us. You let us know how we can improve the quality of care for your child Patient
Respect:
At MCF you treat staff, volunteers, other patients and families with understanding and dignity. You follow hospital rules and you treat hospital property with care.
Understanding:
At MCF, you try to be flexible and understand that not all answers can be provided right away. About the way to save a child’s life especially if the condition requires lots of funds, this is because fundraising takes time and needs patience much as we try to do what we can. You acknowledge the important role that MCF has in research and education.
Charity registration No: 80020000327725
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