VIC Branch Manager – Helena
Helena joined as the VIC Branch Manager in 2018.Helena is passionate about developing awareness and understanding of Alopecia and supporting people with the condition, particularly parents and children. She understands the emotional impact of Alopecia as she has had Alopecia Areata throughout her life and her son developed Alopecia Universalis in 2017 at age six.
Helena is a mum of two beautiful boys and is currently studying a Bachelor of Education (Primary).
Helena can be contacted at helena@aaaf.org.au
Victoria Support Group
Support groups are a fantastic way to get in touch with other people who are living with Alopecia Areata, to ask questions and find new friends. Our Facebook groups are closed groups and you will be contacted by an administrator to ensure you are joining the correct state group and are part of the alopecia community.
Events
Dance and Play
11:00 am - 1:00 pm on Friday July 5 2019
Support Ambassador Shea is hosting dance day for all our beautiful little children who either have alopecia or have a parent or sibling with alopecia. This is a FREE EVENT! Afternoon tea and coffee for the parents and kids will be provided (please notify Shea of any dietary requirements via the email address below) The […]
Victoria Family Day
11:00 am - 4:00 pm on Sunday August 4 2019
Join us for our Family Open Day and celebrate International Alopecia Day with our Vic Alopecia Support Group. Open Day’s are one of the highlights of our calendar – a fantastic opportunity to meet other people with alopecia, learn more about current research and trials, connect with businesses in your local area supporting people with […]
AAAF runs a wide range of events, from Open Days and Trivia Nights, to pizza dinners and casual catch ups over coffee. These events all aim to provide a supportive atmosphere and chance to socialize with other people who have Alopecia Areata and their families. See the calendar below for our upcoming events.
How to find a dermatologist near you:
Visit the Australasian College of Dermatologists website to use their search tool to find a specialist near you.
State Providers Supporting AAAF
For information about wigs, including what subsidies may be available to you, refer to our our Wigs Document via this page.
| Company Name | Phone | Site | Specialty |
| CRLab Australia | 03 9681 7653/ 0447 341 775 | Website | Introducing the CNC hair replacement system – a custom-made scalp and hair prosthetic that looks, feels and moves like real hair. |
| LC Wigs | 0490179795 | Website | We provide you with the most natural looking human hair wig at a wholesale price ; so you can feel like you again without breaking the bank! |
| Wunderwigs Australia | 0419 885 115 | Website | European human hair ponytail wig, specialising in comfort, quality and glamour. Known for its minimal maintenance, versatility and beauty. Popular for all ages. |
| R&Z Wigs Australia Pty LTd | Sofy 0413023180 or Sarah 0433055576 | Website | Quality wigs at affordable prices. We specialize in fashion and medical wigs all made of 100% virgin human hair. We offer 3 different ranges :Brazilian, European and Russian hair wigs. |
| Clive Hair Clinics Ltd | (03) 9654 0022 | Website | Scalp treatment therapy replaces missing Amino Acids using non-drug treatments. |
| Wigs On Wheels | Website | Friendly free and discreet mobile wig service specialising in wigs for medical conditions | |
| Transition Hair | 1300427778 | Website | Famous for our boutique service at an affordable price, we specialise in custom made wigs in European Hair. |
| Tammy Lobato Wigs | 0408 722 380
info@tammylobatowigs.com.au |
Website | Tammy uses her experience & empathy from having Alopecia for over 40 years to provide others with high quality service and realistic synthetic and human hair wigs. |
| Angel Wigs – Angela | 1300137723 | Website | Specialty – Suction wigs |
| Waks Wigs – Haya | 0437572169 | Website | Specialty – Exclusive and quality selection of 100% European hair, synthetic wigs and pieces for both children and adults |
| Wigs Online – Tony | 1300797579 | Website | Online store providing Human Hair Wigs, Synthetic Wigs and accessories at very affordable prices |
| Creative Wigs – Joel | 0396547383 | website | After 55 years “Creative” became the largest distributor of wigs and hairpieces for children, ladies and gents Australia wide |
| Lidias Wigs | 0396876560 | Website | Specialty – Human Hair Eyebrows |
| Chiquel salon and fine wigs service | 0393262211 | Website | Latest technology in wig design, false eyebrows and eyelashes, including cutting, styling in private fitting rooms |
| Eye Art | 0468 653 858 | Website | Professional Cosmetic Tattoo services including Eye Brow Tattoo (Microblading, Featherstroke, 3D, Powder, Ombre’ and Combination Brows), as well as Eye Liner Tattoo. Free services available for clients with alopecia. |
| Saving Face Permanent Make Up – Sam | 0419312065 | Website | Permanent Make up for Eyebrow and Eyelash area. 10% discount to all AAAF clients. |
| Vinci Hair Clinic Australia Ken Fryer |
1300 399 457 | Website | We create the illusion of hair using medical grade ink to help both Ladies and Men |
| Headsox | 03 52619964 | Website | Stay warm or stay cool. |
| Hat House | 0407820126 | Website | Online store specialising in supplying hats, scarves and accessories |
| Gotcha Covered – Christie | 0401224300 | Website | Comfortable, fashionable and affordable headwear |