We know that quitting smoking is difficult. Choosing the right support can increase your chances of quitting for good.
There are many options to help you quit smoking:
Bristol's Stop Smoking Service
Solutions 4 Health has partnered with Bristol City Council to provide free support to help people to stop smoking.
They offer:
- one to one support
- Quit with Bella app
- free quit aids
Call 0800 772 3437 or text QUIT to 66777.
If you're a professional
If you're a professional you can refer a client to us using our referral form.
Swap to Stop
Swap to Stop is a national scheme to help smokers quit smoking by offering them a reusable vape to use instead.
The scheme is for smokers over the age of 18.
If you join Swap to Stop, you will be given a specific device and given a choice from several flavours. The reusable refillable pod kits are affordable and easy to use.
Health champions
Health champions are local Bristol people, located across the city. They have trained with the National Centre for Smoking Cessation.
They can help you sign up and access Swap to Stop, a scheme that provides a free vape kit and e-liquids to help you stop smoking.
Health champions might also attend health promotion events to promote Swap to Stop in the community.
Contact a health champion
To find out who your closest health champion is, email tchealthchampions@bristol.gov.uk
NHS Quit Smoking app
The NHS Quit Smoking app allows you to:
- track your progress
- see how much you're saving
- get daily support
If you can make it to 28 days smoke-free, you're 5 times more likely to quit for good.
NHS Better Health website
The NHS Better Health website has lots free tools and tips to help you stay on track, including:
- information on the types of stop smoking aids
- a Facebook support group for people who are attempting to quit
- a free phone helpline
- a free personalised quit plan