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betterhealth.vic.gov.au Department of Health
betterhealth.vic.gov.au Department of Health

Description

Youth Drugs and Alcohol Advice (YoDAA) provides support to young people with alcohol or drug problems in Victoria. Whether you are a young person, or someone concerned about a young person with an alcohol or drug problem, YoDAA can provide access to the information and support you need.

Services provided

● Telephone advice
● Live chat
● Drug and alcohol information
● Referral services
● Online resources

Eligibility

Available to young people or anyone concerned about a young person with an alcohol or drug problem in Victoria.

How to access

Call 1800 458 685.

Visit the YoDAAExternal Link website

The National Relay Service (NRS)External Link is available to help callers who are d/Deaf, or find it hard to hear or speak to hearing people on the phone.

The Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS National)External Link is available (24 hours, 7 days) for callers who speak other languages. Call 131 450.

Costs

  • Calls to YoDAA are charged at the cost of a local call.
  • Calls from mobile phones may be charged at a higher rate.
  • YoDAA is a free service.

Tip

  • You are not alone. Counselling, help and support are always available.
  • Don’t feel that things have to be really bad before you ask for help. Start by visiting the YoDAA websiteExternal Link – it’s free and might have the information you need.

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