Wigs and Headwear

Cancer Council Queensland

Physical symptoms and side effects

What the service does

The Wigs and Headwear service supports people in Queensland who lose their hair because of cancer. The service provides one wig and one piece of headwear at no cost to people affected by cancer. Trained volunteers offer a warm and welcoming service to help each person feel comfortable, supported and confident before they leave.

Key details

Operating hours

Mon–Fri 9am–5pm

Delivery methods

Phone
Video call
Face to face

Cost

Completely free

Eligibility / Role

Person with cancer
Service for people experiencing hair loss due to cancer

Accessibility

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Language and community

Offer in-language support

Support by Translating and Interpreting Services

Language supported other than English

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Community and identity

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Cancers supported

Cancer type

All cancers

Cancer stage

  • Diagnosis
  • Treatment
  • Recovery/post treatment
  • Advanced cancer