You are not alone. We are here to help.
If you, or someone you care for, is living with a stoma or recovering from colorectal cancer, reach out. Support is free and confidential.
Medical emergency? MHFCO does not provide emergency or clinical care. If you have severe pain, heavy bleeding, a swollen or dark stoma, or no output for many hours, go to the nearest hospital immediately.
Support available
- Ostomy supplies
Bags and care supplies for those who cannot afford them, subject to available stock. - Emotional support
Talk to someone who understands, including survivors living with a stoma. - Access to care
Help finding affordable medical specialists and healthcare services. - Information
Practical guidance on living well with an ostomy.
Prefer to talk?
Call or WhatsApp our team. Tell us your preferred language and we will do our best to connect you with someone who speaks it.
Request support
Only share what you are comfortable with. A team member will contact you privately.
Three simple steps
- 1
Tell us what you need
Use the form, call, or send a WhatsApp message. Share only what you are comfortable with.
- 2
We contact you privately
A member of our team will reach you on the number you give us, in your preferred language where we can.
- 3
We arrange support
Supplies (subject to available stock), someone to talk to, or help finding a specialist or hospital.
Warning signs of colorectal cancer
- Blood in your stool
- A change in bowel habit
- Pain or a mass in your tummy
- Weight loss without trying
- Unexplained tiredness
If you notice any of these, see a doctor immediately for further investigation and evaluation.