A Healthier, Smoke-Free Sandwell: Your New Support Service Here to Help Sandwell Residents Quit Smoking

We’re proud to be working with Sandwell Council to launch a brand-new service aimed at transforming the health and wellbeing of local residents — we are Stop For Life Sandwell, a free, community-based stop smoking service designed to help residents quit for good.

Why This Matters

Smoking remains one of the leading causes of preventable illness and death in Sandwell. We’re here working across the community to take a big step toward reducing health inequalities and empowering residents to lead longer, healthier lives.

What Is Stop For Life Sandwell?

Delivered by behaviour change experts ICE Creates, Stop For Life Sandwell offers free, personalised support to anyone who lives, works, or is registered with a GP in Sandwell.

Here’s what you can expect:

· One-to-one behavioural support from trained advisors

· Tailored quit plans built around your lifestyle and needs

· 12 weeks of free Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) and vape products

· Access to Best-You, a free healthy lifestyles app to support your journey

What Local Leaders Are Saying

Councillor Jackie Taylor, Cabinet Member for Adult Services and Health and Wellbeing, shared:

“This service is about more than just stopping smoking — it’s about giving people the tools, support, and confidence to lead healthier, longer lives.”

Stuart Jackson, CEO of ICE, added:

“Helping people live healthier, happier lives is at the heart of everything we do. We’re excited to co-create support that truly fits people’s lives across Sandwell and the wider Black Country.”

Ready to Quit? Here’s How to Get Started

Getting support is simple and free! Either use the button below:

Or:

· Text: ‘QUITNOW SANDWELL’ to 66777

· Call: 0800 612 4580

Together, we can build a healthier, smoke-free Sandwell.

Take the first step today — your future self will thank you.

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