Congratulations on making the decision to quit smoking.
This decision is the first step toward a healthier future. Capital Health Plan is here to support you through your “quit” journey. Choose one or more of the options below, according to your preference. If you have any questions, please contact the CHP Health Information Line.
Options:
1. Tobacco Free Florida: (877) 822-6669: supported by the Florida Department of Health. This telephone support line provides educational materials and telephone counseling to those interested in smoking cessation.
2. Freedom from Smoking online: access http://www.freedomfromsmoking.org/. This is an interactive format.
3. Quit Smoking Now: a 6-session free program offered by Big Bend AHEC. This is an evidenced based program that incorporates the Clinical Practice Guidelines for treating tobacco use and dependence. Nicotine replacement therapy, intensive counseling and relapse prevention are discussed. A monthly follow-up support group is offered for relapse prevention.
- Registration: Those interested may receive more information and/or register for a class series by calling the Big Bend Area Health Education Center at (850) 224-1177 or (850) 224-9340.
4. Tools to Quit: The Tools To Quit format is appropriate for those who are unable or unwilling to attend multiple sessions, and might be especially appealing to work sites and businesses wishing to assist their employees. This free two (2) hour program provides individuals with the essential tools and information they need in order to quit tobacco successfully. The curriculum and materials in the Tools to Quit program is relevant to ALL types of tobacco (i.e.: cigarettes, snus, chew, cigars).
Classes are offered throughout Northeast Florida AHEC. To learn more call: (877) 784-8486 or Big Bend AHEC at (850) 224-1177, (850) 224-9340 and (877)-848-6696.
5. Log on to CHPConnect to access Healthy Conversations: Quitting Smoking Again, a multimedia virtual coaching program.
Additional On-Line Smoking Cessation Resources: