Experiencing hair loss can be a deeply personal and emotional journey. Whether it’s due to medical treatments, autoimmune conditions like alopecia, or natural aging, support is available. Below is a curated list of organizations and resources across New South Wales and Australia dedicated to providing assistance, information, and community for those navigating hair loss.

1. Pink Finss Community – Local Support for Women with Cancer

Based in the Hawkesbury region, Pink Finss is a not-for-profit organisation supporting local women through their cancer journey. They offer practical assistance, emotional support, and financial aid tailored to each woman’s needs. Whether you’ve been recently diagnosed or are supporting a loved one, Pink Finss provides access to counselling, support groups, transport assistance, and more — all in a caring and confidential environment.

How they can help:

• Personalised support programs

• Counselling and wellness resources

• Financial and transport assistance

• Peer support from others who understand

Contact:
Website: www.pinkfinss.com.au
Phone: (02) 4577 5861
Email: admin@pinkfinss.com.au

2. Australia Alopecia Areata Foundation (AAAF) – Support for All Ages Living with Alopecia

The AAAF is a national charity dedicated to improving the lives of people with all forms of alopecia. Through education, events, and peer support, they help individuals and families navigate the emotional and practical aspects of hair loss. The foundation offers resources for children, teens, and adults — along with help accessing wigs and headwear.

How they can help:

• Wig subsidies and headwear assistance

• Peer support groups and community connections

• Youth and adult education programs

• Awareness events and fundraising initiatives

Contact:
Website: www.aaaf.org.au

3. Cancer Council NSW – Support During and Beyond Cancer Treatment

Cancer Council NSW provides trusted emotional and practical support to individuals and families affected by cancer. For those experiencing hair loss due to treatment, they offer wig libraries, headwear options, and access to tailored local services.

How they can help:

• Free wig libraries and headwear support

• Phone counselling and cancer information

• Local support services and referrals

• Education and advice throughout treatment

Contact:
Website: www.cancercouncil.com.au
Phone: 13 11 20

4.Variety – the Children’s Charity (Hair with Heart)

Variety’s Hair with Heart program supports children who have lost their hair due to medical conditions such as alopecia or cancer. They provide grants to help families afford wigs and encourage hair donations to supply high-quality wigs for kids in need.

How they can help:

• Financial assistance for children’s wigs

• Hair donation program to create medical wigs

• Support for families navigating medical hair loss

Contact:

Website: hairwithheart.variety.org.au

Email: hairwithheart@variety.org.au

5. CMT Psychology – Alopecia Support Group

Based in the ACT, CMT Psychology runs a supportive online group program for people living with alopecia. Their 5-week course offers guided counselling to help individuals manage the emotional impact of visible hair loss and build personal resilience.

How they can help:

• Small group therapy sessions

• Psychological strategies for coping with alopecia

• Tools for improving self-esteem and emotional wellbeing

Contact

Website: cmtpsychology.com.au/alopecia-support-group

Phone: (02) 8091 7867

6. Look Good Feel Better

Look Good Feel Better is a national program offering free workshops to support people going through cancer treatment. These sessions focus on helping participants manage the appearance-related side effects of treatment, including hair loss, through confidence-boosting self-care and styling advice. Workshops are available both online and in person.

How they can help:

• Self-care and skincare education

• Styling tips for hair loss

• Headwear and scarf-tying demonstrations

• Free workshops in-person or online

Contact:

Website: lgfb.org.au

Phone: 1800 650 960

7. Angel Wigs

Angel Wigs is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to creating custom wigs for individuals experiencing medical hair loss. Using hair generously donated by the public, they craft personalised wigs and provide clear guidance on how to donate or apply for a wig.

How they can help:

• Custom wig creation for medical hair loss

• Guidelines for donating hair

• Support for individuals and families

Contact

Website: angelwigs.com.au

Email: info@angelwigs.com.au