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Wigs

 
AIDS AVAILABLE UNDER THE SWEP
MAXIMUM SUBSIDY
Two basic Synthetic Wigs (or equivalent contribution towards human hair wig, or more expensive synthetic wig up to the subsidy cost)
 
One Human Hair Wig (child 16 years and under)
$240 per 2 years
 
                                                 
$600 per wig

 

  • May be provided to persons suffering from permanent loss of hair as a result of disease or disability.
  • The replacement of a wig will be available after a minimum of 2 years, subject to reassessment by a general practitioner.
  • The SWEP will contribute a sum up to $240 per 2 years if a more expensive wig is requested.