Coronavirus (COVID-19)

COVID-19 Vaccine

The Australian COVID-19 vaccination program began on 22 February. The program is being rolled out by the Department of Health and is available at no cost to everyone in Australia, including those who may not have Medicare eligibility.

To keep up to date with the latest progress on COVID-19 vaccines, and to ensure your information is reliable, visit: www.health.gov.au/covid19-vaccines

Translated information: www.health.gov.au/initiatives-and-programs/covid-19-vaccines/covid-19-vaccine-information-in-your-language

Vaccine Questions Answered

With new COVID-19 vaccine developments every day, it’s normal to have questions or concerns, and possibly feel hesitant about getting a vaccine. That’s why the Australian Government is providing accurate, evidence-based answers to questions about COVID-19 vaccines.

Australians are encouraged to rely on reputable sources of information to help them make informed choices and stay up-to-date. Accurate and truthful information will help to protect you, your family and the community.

COVID-19 vaccine questions answered: www.health.gov.au/initiatives-and-programs/covid-19-vaccines/is-it-true
Misinformation and truths about Coronavirus (COVID-19): covid19inlanguage.homeaffairs.gov.au/misinformation-and-truths-about-coronavirus

Vaccine Eligibility Checker

Use the eligibility checker to find out when you can receive a COVID-19 vaccine, book an appointment if you are eligible, or register your interest.
Now available in nine languages, including Chinese, Arabic, Vietnamese, Italian and Greek.

Vaccine Eligibility Checker: covid-vaccine.healthdirect.gov.au/eligibility

Where to get Vaccinated

People who are currently eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine can book an appointment at a vaccination centre in Victoria.
See list: www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/vaccination-centres

You can also get your COVID-19 vaccine through a GP or community health service.

Ballarat and Surrounds

Mercure Ballarat
613 Main Rd, Golden Point
Call 1800 675 398 to make an appointment. www.bhs.org.au/vaccine

UFS COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic
309 Dana St, Ballarat
Call 03 4320 0891 or online www.ufs.com.au/vaccine

Ballarat Community Health
COVID-19 Clinics at Lucas, Sebastopol, Wendouree and Smythesdale
Call 03 5338 4538 or online bchc.org.au/services/covid-19-vaccination-rollout

Other GP Clinics in Ballarat – talk to your doctor to find out if they can provide the COVID-19 vaccination.

Translated Resources

Fact Sheets

COVID-19 translated fact sheets from the Australian Government Department of Health.

Useful Links

For in-language information regarding coronavirus (COVID-19) please visit these links.

Victorian Department of Health & Human Services
www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/translated-resources-coronavirus-disease-covid-19

Australian Government Department of Health
www.health.gov.au/news/health-alerts/novel-coronavirus-2019-ncov-health-alert/translated-coronavirus-covid-19-resources

Australian Government Department of Home Affairs
covid19inlanguage.homeaffairs.gov.au

SBS
www.sbs.com.au/language/coronavirus
www.sbs.com.au/ondemand/coronavirus-explained-in-your-language

EthnoLink Language Services
www.ethnolink.com.au/covid-19-coronavirus-translated-resources

Victorian Multicultural Commission
www.multiculturalcommission.vic.gov.au/coronavirus

Ballarat Health Services – Grampians Public Health Unit (GPHU)
www.bhs.org.au/gphu

Support and Advice

Mental Health and Wellbeing

Coronavirus is changing the way we live, work and communicate. Maintaining good mental health is important for our wellbeing during this time.
If you need to talk to someone, these services can help.

Lifeline Australia: 13 11 14 or www.lifeline.org.au
Beyond Blue: 1300 224 636 or coronavirus.beyondblue.org.au
eheadspace: 1800 650 893 or headspace.org.au/eheadspace
Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 or kidshelpline.com.au/coronavirus
Embrace Multicultural Mental Health: embracementalhealth.org.au

Family and Domestic Violence

Whatever your situation, it is important to know that help and support is available. These services are available 24/7.

1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732 or www.1800respect.org.au
Safe Steps: 1800 015 188 or www.safesteps.org.au
InTouch (Multicultural Centre Against Family Violence): 1800 755 988 or intouch.org.au

If you are feeling unsafe or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 000.

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