Community Specialist Services
Hāpainga Stop Smoking Services
Smoking cessation is a journey to wellness and we are here to help. Hāpainga Stop Smoking is a free service, available to Western Bay of Plenty residents wanting to stop smoking.
Our Quit Smoking Practitioner will work with individuals and/or groups to meet your needs and develop a Quit Smoking Plan that works for you. The practitioner will visit in the community, at locations convenient to you such as home, the Marae, work or drop-in clinics.
We provide free nicotine patches, gum or lozenges to ease the cravings and assist you with achieving your smoke-free aspirations.
Referrals
Referrals are accepted from health professionals including your GP or Specialist, other community organisations, whānau or self referrals.
Eligibility
Everyone who lives or works in the Bay of Plenty region are eligible.
Coverage
Our Stop Smoking Service covers the Western Bay of Plenty region.
Cost
This service is free of charge for all eligible persons.
ADDRESS
10 Tebbs Lane
Gate Pa
Tauranga
CONTACT
Phone: 0800 427 246
AFTER HOURS
Call a GP after hours clinic
URGENT CALLS
Refer emergency services on 111.
Reach out
If you or a family member are in need of aid for any mental health issues, from depression to addiction, please contact us for support and advice. We have a lot of services that can help.