WANT TO QUIT SMOKING OR CHEWING TOBACCO?

The Californis Smokers' Helpline is a telephone program that can help you quit smoking.  Helpline services are free; funded by the California Department of Health.

When you call, a friendly staff person will offer a choice of services:  self-help materials, a referral list of other programs, and confidential one-on-one counseling over the phone.

Whether you're ready to quit smoking or just thinking about it, call 1-800-NO-BUTTS (1-800-662-8887). 

Whether you're ready to quit chewing tobacco or just thinking about it, call 1-800-844-CHEW (1-800-844-2439).

Does the telphone counseling really work?  Yes!   People who receive counseling are twice as likely to stay quit as those who try to quit on thier own.

Will the Trust Fund pay for the nicotine patch or Zyban?  Yes!  Zyban and nicotine replacement products such as the gum, inhaler, patch or spray are covered up to 100%.  The maximum per person is $200 in any twelve consecutive months, up to a lifetime maximum of $600.  Benefits are payable upon submission of a claim form and ORIGINAL receipts to the Administration Office, 2525 Cleveland Ave, Suite C, Santa Rosa, CA  95403.  (707) 526-1996.