For many women, hair loss is the most troublesome side effect of chemotherapy.  A nice wig can ease that concern, but well-made wigs are expensive and may not be covered by insurance.  Meanwhile, women who have finished their cancer treatments are often unsure as to what to do with their barely used wigs.  That is why The Wig Exchange was created. In the Fall of 2014 The Wig Exchange San Francisco Bay Area launched and has served hundreds of women all over the Bay Area.  We are located in Oakland, California and take clients at our office by appointment. ​ Our primary mission is to provide women undergoing chemotherapy with access to high quality wigs, many donated by cancer survivors.  Of equal importance is the caring and confidential environment we offer newly diagnosed women, where they can connect with one of our experienced coordinators, each a cancer survivor, who provides valuable information, personal insight and can refer women to a variety of local organizations for additional support.