
Health & Wellbeing at the Vipers
At the Ellenbrook Vipers Rugby Union Club, we believe rugby is about more than just what happens on the field. We are committed to creating a safe, supportive and inclusive environment where players, families, volunteers and supporters feel connected, respected and supported both physically and mentally.
As a proud Good Sports club, we are dedicated to promoting healthy lifestyles, positive behaviours and strong community values. This includes encouraging respectful sideline behaviour, supporting mental health awareness, promoting healthy choices around alcohol and vaping, and helping our players build resilience both in sport and in everyday life.
We understand that life can sometimes be challenging, and no one should feel like they have to face those challenges alone. This page provides links to trusted support services, wellbeing resources and educational tools available to our Vipers community.
Whether you are a player, parent, coach, volunteer or supporter — your wellbeing matters to us.
Together, we are building not only better rugby players, but better people and a stronger community.
Mental Health Support Services
Kids Helpline (24 hr support for people 5 -25): 1800 55 1800
MensLine (24hr support for men): 1300 78 99 78
Beyondblue (24hr support and next steps): 1300 22 4636
For Help in a Crisis
Emergency services: 000
Lifeline: 13 11 14
Suicide Call Back Service (for anyone affected by or contemplating suicide): 1300 659 467
Quit Smoking & Vaping Help
For support to quit:
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Contact the Quitline online or call 13 7848
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Book an appointment with your doctor
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Chat with your school nurse
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Use the My QuitBuddy App
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Visit www.cleartheair.org.au/how-to-quit for tips to kick-start your quit journey
Alcohol & Drug Support
Alcohol, Drug and Mental Health Support Service (ADMHSS) offers confidential phone counselling, information and referrals 24/7 across WA.
Alcohol and Drug Support Line: 9442 500
Parent and Family Drug Support Line: Call 9442 5050
Here For You Support Line: Call 1800 437 348
Find more information: Alcohol, Drug and Mental Health Support Service | ADMHSS
