Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey offers IN-PERSON, free tobacco cessation classes with wonderful instructor Kathy McIntosh. Call Kathy (559-303-8759) if you’d like to attend upcoming classes in Silver Springs or Dayton.
There is also a very helpful free ONLINE service called the Nevada Tobacco Quitline ( 1-800-784-8669) that offers an array of helpful support as you become free of tobacco. Below is a description of the service, and you can find more information and enrollment forms at their website at https://nevada.quitlogix.org/default.aspx
The Program
The Nevada Tobacco Quitline is a FREE online service available to Nevada residents 18 years or older. When you become a member, you get special tools, a support team of coaches, research-based information, and a community of others trying to become tobacco free. Our expert coaches can talk to you about overcoming common barriers, such as dealing with stress, fighting cravings, coping with irritability, and controlling weight gain.
They also offer a free telephone service, so you can speak to a coach in person, if you’d prefer. Through the telephone program you can receive a free supply of patches, gum or lozenges, too. If you would like the free nicotine patches, gum, or lozenges, you can call the QuitLine at 1-800-784-8669. Coaches will determine if you are eligible to receive the patches, gum or lozenges.
What if I don’t qualify for the Program?
You must be a Nevada resident that is 18 year old or older to participate in the program. If you want free nicotine patches, gum or lozenges, you must also be 18 years of age or older. It may also be helpful to discuss quitting with your doctor.
How do I enroll in the online QuitLine program only?
Complete the brief Enroll Now form ( https://nevada.quitlogix.org/enrollment/enroll.aspx ). You will receive an email letting you know that you are enrolled. You can use the online service as often as you want!
How do I enroll in both the online and telephone program?
Step 1. Complete the brief Enroll Now form ( https://nevada.quitlogix.org/enrollment/enroll.aspx ). You will receive an email letting you know that you are enrolled. You can use the online service as often as you want!
Step 2.
While completing the Enroll Nowform you can select a time for a coach to give you a call. If you would like, you can call the QuitLine at 1-800-784-8669. If you call when they are closed, leave a message and they will call you back to set up a time to talk. When you speak with your coach they will begin your coaching program, and see if you are eligible for nicotine patches, gum or lozenges.
Open Seven Days a Week.
Monday – Sunday 4 a.m. – 10 p.m., Pacific Standard Time