Free Wigs (and More!) for Cancer Patients
Hair loss is one of the most difficult aspects of treatment for many cancer patients. Wigs, hats, and scarves offer a solution but unfortunately insurance usually doesn’t cover this expense. Nonprofit organizations like the ones below understand this and want to help. From wigs to scarves and hats there are many choices available to suit individual preferences and needs and all are available at zero cost to cancer patients.
Cancer treatment is so very hard in so many ways and the added burden of hair loss just compounds an incredibly difficult situation. The generous programs listed below provide everything from free head scarves to caps to free wigs for cancer patients who have experienced hair loss due to cancer treatments.
Please click the link on the program you’re interested in to learn current availability and how to receive yours or to request one for a loved one.
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Wigs & Wishes
Email: wigs@wigsandwishes.org
Description:
Free wig program for cancer patients experiencing hair loss. This nonprofit works with a network of salon owners, stylists and beauty industry experts to provide no-cost wigs to women and children with cancer in the USA. To request a free wig through this program, search for an available salon nearest you to get started: https://www.wigsandwishes.org/request-a-wig.php. If you need help locating a salon, email wigs@wigsandwishes.org for help.
Battle Cap Project
Description:
Soft, one-of-a-kind caps provided at no charge and handmade by the founder, Kurt Stapleton, to provide much-needed warmth and comfort to cancer patients across the USA. To request your free hand-knitted cap, please visit the website and complete the form here: https://www.battlecapproject.com/contact.
The Butterfly Club
Contact: Get in Touch
Description:
National free wig program for women, teenagers and children who experience hair loss due to cancer treatments. Wig fittings, caps, cut & style are all provided completely free of charge. To request your free wig and associated services, please visit http://www.sierravistabutterflyclub.com/ or email thebutterflyclub@outlook.com.
Hope Scarves
Email: hello@hopescarves.org
Description:
Hope Scarves provides free scarves for anyone facing a cancer diagnosis and the loss of hair due to treatment. All ages are welcome to apply. Each scarf comes wrapped in a happy package with a scarf, story, scarf-tying instructions and information about Hope Scarves. To request your free scarf, please visit the website link here: https://hopescarves.org/scarves-stories/request-hope-scarf/.
The Verma Foundation
Contact: Get in Touch
Description:
The Verma Foundation offers free cap wigs, stylish caps with real human hair already attached. These caps can be tailored to patient preference as to both cap and hair color. To apply for this free cap and wig program, you will fill out an application and your doctor will submit a note about your diagnosis and verify your medical need. For the free online application, please visit https://vermafoundation.org/apply/.
Chemocessories
Email: Chemocessories@Gmail.Com
Description:
Free personalized scarves and turbans for women undergoing cancer treatments “to lift spirits and to remind each woman that treatment in no way diminishes the beautiful woman within.” Each item is handmade and tailored to the recipient’s preferences. To request a free set, please complete this form on their website here: http://www.chemocessories.org/requests.html.
Good Wishes
Phone: (888) 778-5998
Email: Info@GoodWishesScarves.org
Description:
Good Wishes provides one free It’s a Wrap© or Good Wishes Scarf to anyone experiencing the thinning or loss of hair as a result of illness or treatment. To request a free wrap for yourself or a loved one, visit http://www.goodwishesscarves.org/request-a-wrap/.
Heavenly Hats
Email: anthony@heavenlyhats.com
Description:
Heavenly Hats provides free brand-new hats for cancer patients who lose their hair due to the disease or the treatment of it. To request a free hat package, complete this online form https://heavenlyhats.org/request-a-hat-package/.
EBeauty Community Inc.
Contact: Get in Touch
Description:
EBeauty Community Inc. offers a free national wig exchange program. Wigs are refurbished and sent, free of charge, to women in need. Those seeking wigs can select style, color and other options via the website here http://www.ebeauty.com/wigs-color/.
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