Newcastle Stop Smoking + Service - In partnership with the NHS
How we help you
We are all about helping you find your own way of stopping smoking.
Join our 12-week programme, and we’ll give you an adviser to help and encourage you, and free or cheap products for your nicotine cravings, like patches and gum.
We support adults and young people aged 11 and over who live or work in Newcastle.
Your stop smoking adviser
When you use the service, you’ll get your own adviser. They’ll get to know you and find out what support you want with quitting.
Your adviser will talk to you about:
- Why you're stopping smoking. Knowing your 'why' and focusing on your goals helps you stay focused.
- Habits and cravings. We all have smoking routines, like having a cigarette first thing in the morning, with a cuppa, or with friends at the pub. This is when you'll be most tempted, so they will help you come up with a plan for what to do.
- Staying motivated. Your adviser will cheer you on and help you stay motivated when things get tough.
You’ll speak to your adviser throughout your 12-week programme. They will be there to support you afterwards if you need them, too.
If you have a slip-up, they will not judge you. Quitting can sometimes take a few attempts; all that matters is that you keep on trying.
Choose when and where you get help
You can choose how you want to get support from your adviser:
- Phone call
- Face-to-face appointment
- Video calls
Give us a ring: 0191 269 1103
Get free or cheap stop smoking aids
Your adviser will help you with stop smoking aids. There’s lots of options, including nicotine patches and gum. You're more likely to be successful if you use them. They’ll help you find the right ones for you if you’re not sure.
They will give you a prescription for your stop smoking aids. This means they’re free if you don’t pay for your prescription. If you do pay for your prescription, it’ll be cheaper than buying them yourself.
Learn more about stop smoking aids.
Set your quit date
Choosing your quit date is an important step in your journey to becoming smokefree. This is the day when you'll make the switch - saying goodbye to cigarettes and starting to use your stop smoking aids like nicotine replacement therapy (NRT), prescribed medication or vapes.
Why it matters
It might seem like a small thing, but having a specific and clear quit date is crucial for success. It gives you something to work towards and helps you get prepared both mentally and practically for your smokefree future.
On your quit date, you'll:
- Stop smoking cigarettes completely.
- Begin using products like patches or vapes.
- Start your new smokefree lifestyle.
Get ready for success
You and your SmokeFree Advisor will work together to pick a quit date that feels right for you at your first appointment. Having time to prepare properly will help keep that initial motivation strong.
Your quit date is more than just a date on the calendar – it's your commitment to change and represents the moment you take control of your health.
Remember, we're in this together! Your commitment to this date is essential, and our team will be right there supporting you before, during, and after your quit date. We'll make sure you have all the tools, products, and encouragement you need to succeed on your smoke-free journey.