Stop Smoking Support
There's no better time to stop smoking than today. Join our free 12-week programme and get expert support every step of the way — you'll be up to three times more likely to succeed.
Stopping smoking may seem like one of the toughest challenges, but with the right support, it becomes a realistic achievement. You're not alone, there are plenty of resources available to help you succeed. By finding the right combination of support that works for you, you're breaking down barriers and taking control of your health.
A smoke-free life is within your reach!
Join now it's FREEAlongside the coaching support you will receive, you could also access these stop-smoking aids:
Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT)
NRT helps you stop smoking by easing the nicotine cravings that make quitting hard, without the harmful toxins found in tobacco.
Vapes
Similar to Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT), vapes can be an effective tool for quitting smoking. When used with a structured plan over 12 weeks, they help gradually reduce nicotine dependence, making it easier to become smoke-free. *Only available to adults aged 18+
Varenicline
Varenicline is a prescription medication that helps people quit smoking by reducing cravings and withdrawal symptoms. It works by blocking nicotine's effects in the brain.
How we support you
12-week group or one-to-one coaching
Understand the benefits of quitting
In person or virtual meetings
Personalised quit plan that fits your needs and lifestyle
Free or low-cost NRT options
Virtual support on the go
Understanding your true motivation to quit smoking is key to long-term success. Whether it's improving your health, saving money, or protecting loved ones, identifying your "why" keeps you focused. The benefits are life changing: better lung function, more energy, improved wellbeing, and freedom from addiction. Stay committed, and a healthier future awaits!
Together, we'll help you find the right path to a healthier, happier you!
What you'll gain
We're here to help you transform your life through a range of free programmes and opportunities to find the best support for you. Here's what you can look forward to:
Enhanced Wellbeing
Experience a significant boost in both mental and physical wellbeing, with members reporting feeling healthier, happier, and more energised throughout the day.
More Physical Activity
94% of our participants increased their weekly physical activity by at least 30 minutes — an achievable, lasting lifestyle change that positively impacts fitness, mood, and energy levels.
Positive Impact on Family
A healthier you means a healthier family! Many of our members have inspired their loved ones to start their own wellness journeys, resulting in weight loss and healthier habits across the household.
You're not alone. Quitting smoking is one of the best decisions you can make for your health and wellbeing.
Our expert coaches understand how tough quitting can be. We offer free support that fits around you, online or in person, whenever it suits. We'll help you handle cravings and stay on track, with a flexible programme that gives you as much or as little help as you need.
The benefits of going smoke-free
After 20 minutes
Check your pulse rate, it will already be starting to return to normal.
After 8 hours
Your oxygen levels are recovering, and the harmful carbon monoxide level in your blood will have reduced by half.
After 48 hours
All carbon monoxide is flushed out. Your lungs are clearing mucus and your senses of taste and smell are improving.
After 72 hours
If you notice that breathing feels easier, it's because your bronchial tubes have started to relax. Also your energy levels will be increasing.
After 2 to 12 weeks
Blood will be pumping through to your heart and muscles much better because your circulation will have improved.
After 3 to 9 months
Any coughs, wheezing or breathing problems will be improving as your lung function increases by up to 10%.
After 1 year
Great news! Your risk of a heart attack will have halved compared to a smoker's.
After 10 years
More great news! Your risk of death from lung cancer will have halved compared with a smoker's.
Let's get started
Our free integrated programmes are designed to help you achieve your goals and create lasting, positive changes in your health, confidence, and daily life. No cost, no hassle, just real support to help you feel better and stay on track.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, the support is completely free, you’ll get expert coaching and a personal quit plan at no cost. Quitting also saves you money fast, a 20-a-day habit adds up to well over £4,000 a year at today’s prices!
The service is for adults (aged 18 and over) who live in, or are registered with a GP in, Reading or West Berkshire. If you want to become more active, and reach a healthy weight we are here to help.
The evidence is clear; your best chance comes from combining expert support with a stop-smoking aid such as NRT, a vape or a stop-smoking medicine. This works far better than willpower alone; in fact, people who use their local stop smoking service are around three times more likely to quit successfully.
The benefits begin within minutes and keep building. After 20 minutes your pulse returns to normal; after 48 hours your body is free of carbon monoxide and your taste and smell start to recover; within 2–12 weeks your circulation improves; and within a year your risk of a heart attack falls to about half that of a smoker. Quitting is one of the most powerful things you can do for your health at any age!
Some people do worry about this. Any weight gain is usually small, and it is far outweighed by the health benefits of stopping. Because Live Well is an integrated service, your coach can help you manage cravings and stay active at the same time, so you can quit smoking without piling on weight. Support with healthy eating and activity is there if you want it.
Most people who stop for good have tried before, but every attempt teaches you something. What makes the difference is support, and that is what we give you. With a coach guiding you step by step and the right stop-smoking aids, you are far more likely to succeed this time than by relying on willpower alone.
Vapes are considered significantly less harmful than smoking and can be an effective quitting tool — we'll talk through whether they're right for you.
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