HIP Projects > New! The Quit Tobacco Program at Stanford
If you're ready to quit, we're ready to help! Quitting can be difficult but it's WORTH IT! HIP has partnered with Stanford Benefits to offer a free tobacco cessation program. You can choose from among three program types to find the one that's best for you: (1) One-on-one Consultation, (2) Small Group Program, or (3) Web-based program. All program options are free to benefits-eligible university employees and their dependents (14 years and older) and include free over-the-counter quit tobacco aids. Program starts September 1, 2007. Read the following descriptions of the different quit smoking options.
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Which type of program works best for you?
One-on-one Consultation
In this individualized program you will have 12 visits, over a one year period, with a behavior change coach. You will receive an initial 20-minute phone consultation to assess your smoking habits and identify what would be the best "quit plan" for you. Following the phone discussion you will schedule one 60-minute in-person consultation on the Stanford campus, followed by 11 "phone visits" over one year. Together you and your coach will establish a quit date; explore what triggers you to smoke; and develop a personalized quit plan that will help you prevent a relapse. You will receive a workbook and a relaxation CD along with other replacement therapy strategies.
Small Group Program
This gradual approach to the quitting process allows each individual the opportunity to develop a personalized quit plan with a smoking cessation coach through one 20-minute phone consultation and one 60-minute in-person consultation, followed by six group sessions over two months. You will receive a workbook and a relaxation CD along with other replacement therapy strategies. After the group program is completed, each participant will receive a follow up phone call at 3-months, 6-months, 9-months and 1-year.
Web-based program
This program is designed for the person on the go, and includes a 20-minute phone consultation to assess your smoking habits and identify what would be the best "quit plan" for you. Following the phone discussion you will schedule one 60-minute in-person consultation on the Stanford campus, followed by a three phase on-line program that will remind you about the benefits of quitting; inform you of the importance and implementation of skill building; and provide you with the structure for a smoke-free life. A follow-up phone call with each participant will be done at 3-months, 6-months, 9-months and 1-year.
Phase I- Reality Check!
The reality is that quitting is worth it! Phase I gives you an opportunity to remind yourself of all the reasons to quit smoking, including health, financial and personal benefits.
Phase II- Skills for Success!
This phase is designed to help you develop a personalized comprehensive approach to quitting which includes the discussion of four concepts that will help you build skills for success: 1) Rules of Engagement, 2) Re-scripting your Inner-voice, 3) Mind Over Matter, and 4) Rewards.
Phase III- Staying Motivated!
Staying motivated can be difficult at times. This phase helps you develop a plan to help you get through periods of ambivalence and set-backs.
If you are an employee enrolled in a Stanford-provided medical plan, your plan also offers a variety of smoking cessation options. To find out more information about the services offered by your particular health plan, click on the appropriate link below to download your health plan's brochure.
Blue Shield members click here
Health Net members click here
Kaiser Permanente members click here for a description of the Kaiser program options, and here for an informational handout.
PacifiCare members click here
California Smoker's Helpline
Individuals looking to quit smoking can also call the California Smokers' Helpline (1-800-NO-BUTTS). The helpline is a free statewide research-based tobacco cessation project operated by the University of California, San Diego. Callers are offered self-help materials, a local resource listing, and telephone counseling. By choosing the counseling, smokers may have coverage for quitting aids such as the patch or Zyban through their Medi-Cal or private insurance coverage. Helpline services are available in five languages: English, Spanish, Korean, Vietnamese, and Chinese (Mandarin and Cantonese), as well as a TDD line for the hearing impaired. There are also specialized services for teens, pregnant women, and tobacco chewers. Learn more about the hotline by visiting http://www.nobutts.org.