VAPE Check Next Steps
Support & Next Steps
You’re not alone, and we’re here to help.
At Ballarat Community Health, we provide judgement-free support tailored to you. No matter where you’re at on your quitting journey, our team can help.
GP Clinics
- Chat to a doctor at our Lucas, Sebastopol, or Wendouree sites about your options
- Want to get started? Book online through HotDoc
Youth Outreach
- Free, confidential support for anyone aged 12–25 We can meet you in the community wherever you feel most comfortable.
- Ready to link in? Fill out the online referral form
AOD Nurse Practitioners
- Specialist advice on managing cravings and the physical side of cutting down and quitting
- Want an appointment? Complete the online referral form
Not sure where to begin?
You can contact Ballarat Community Health anytime for guidance or questions.
- Call (03) 5338 4500
- email [email protected]
- Visit Lucas, Sebastopol, or Wendouree
Want more options?
You can reach out to Quit and chat with one of their Quitline counsellors.
Quit is a free, confidential and friendly service where counsellors specialise in helping people quit vaping and/or smoking. They can help you build motivation, create a plan that suits you and support you throughout your quit journey – in the way that feels right for you.
You can
- Call Quit on 13 7848 (for the cost of a local call)
- Request a free call-back
- Chat online via webchat, Messenger or WhatsApp
- Explore tools and tips that can help you build confidence along the way
Talk to the people who matter most
Your support crew can help by
- Reminding you why you want to quit
- Distracting you when cravings hit or helping you find the best craving-busters
- Booking or attending appointments with you
- Celebrating your vape-free wins and milestones
And remember – don’t be too hard on yourself if you vape again.
Quitting is a journey, and slipping up doesn’t mean you’ve failed. Many vapes contain high levels of nicotine, which can make stopping tough. Every attempt teaches you something new. Keep going, and you will get there.
Want the real facts on vaping? UNCLOUD breaks down what’s actually in vapes, how they affect your body and brain, and the tricks used to keep people hooked. It’s clear, honest, and designed to help you make informed choices without the scare tactics.
Explore UNCLOUD to get the info that really matters.