Quitting smoking, vaping or chewing can be hard, but it’s often easier than people expect. We’re here to offer a safe space to talk about using tobacco or nicotine, no strings attached. Whether you want to quit right away, or aren’t sure you want to quit right now, that’s okay. We’re here to help you start the conversation.
One really important step to making changes is to better understand why you are smoking or vaping. So, if you’re thinking about making changes in your tobacco or nicotine use, here are some questions to consider:
- Why is it that you smoke/vape (or use other tobacco products)?
- Do you see yourself smoking or vaping this time next year? In two or five years?
- How much does it cost you each month to smoke/vape? Each year?
- Have you tried to quit before?
- How do you feel about smoking/vaping?
What we offer
- One-on-one virtual or phone support
- Help developing a quit plan
- Free Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) products (patches, gum or lozenges) by mail, or you can pick them up at our pharmacy
- Referral to other services to offer more comprehensive support
- Optional medical follow-up through Hall Health’s providers
Tips for quitting
- Get support. Talk to friends or family (or anyone else) who might be helpful in providing support.
- Make a plan. Quitting is easier when you have a plan and we can help you make one!
- Set a date. Setting a quit date is one of the most important things you can do. Generally, “cutting down” on smoking or vaping is not as effective as setting a quit date.
- Take it slow. Make small changes, like waiting 10 minutes longer before that next cigarette/vape, between now and your quit date.
- Use medications. People are much more likely to be successful quitting if they use an approved medication and use it correctly.
- Tobacco/nicotine proof. Get rid of your tobacco or vaping supplies before your quit date.
- Recognize that quitting is not just about physiological addiction. While dependence on nicotine is a big part of quitting, so are efforts to develop new ways of coping with stress, sadness, and other emotions. Developing routines that incorporate aerobic exercise, emotional support, mindfulness practice, mental health counseling, nutrition and adequate sleep are all incredibly helpful in helping people quit.
