ESA Wig and Turban Service

No-cost Wig and Turban Service to assist patients coping with hair loss during cancer treatments.

“It was a lifesaver for me – what a truly wonderful service to have available and the support of the team at such a vulnerable time of your life.” ESA Wig and Turban recipient.

Dealing with hair loss is a very individual experience; some people like to wear a wig while others find hats, scarves and turbans to be more comfortable and attractive. Deciding what is right for you is the most important thing.

On this page you will find information on:

About our Service
Where can I find the service?
Do I need an appointment?
Wig donation
Understanding hair loss
Looking after your wig
Wearing a wig
Wearing a headscarf
Turban Patterns

About our Service

We offer a private wig and turban fitting with a range of wigs and headwear to choose from. The service, including the wig and/or turbans, is at no cost and delivered by trained volunteers.

We provide

A selection of high quality synthetic wigs in different styles and colours
A range of soft, fabric turbans generously sewn by our volunteers
A wig fitting with one of our trained volunteers
An appointment in a private and supportive environment

Where can I find the service?

All Cancer Council Queensland offices and lodges offer the service. The days and hours of operation are specific to each location.Call Cancer Council 13 11 20 to find out when a service is available near you.

Do I need an appointment?

Yes. The service is by appointment only. The service is run by volunteers and this helps us to make sure we have a volunteer available.

Call Cancer Council Queensland 13 11 20 to book your appointment.

Wig donation

Cancer Council Queensland gratefully accepts donated synthetic wigs to support the Wig and Turban service. To donate, please send your wig to:

Wig and Turban Service
Cancer Council Queensland
553 Gregory Terrace
Fortitude Valley Qld 4006

Understanding hair loss

Hair Loss

This factsheet provides information on hair loss that may result as a side effect of cancer treatment. Any treatment which acts on rapidly dividing cancer cells can also affect other rapidly dividing cells such as hair follicles

Looking after your wig

See our brochure on how to take care of your synthetic wig to keep it looking good, and help it last longer

Synthetic Wig Care

How to care for your synthetic wig

Wearing a wig

Watch some tips from Dr Susan Carland on wearing and styling a wig.

Find out why we recommend wearing a synthetic wig, follow the step-by-step guide on fitting a wig, and learn how to care for and style a synthetic wig