About the Quitline Programs
Most people know quitting tobacco is an important step in protecting their health and the health of their loved ones. But fewer than 1 in 10 people are able to quit for good without the help of coaching or nicotine quit medications.
The Quitline is here to help you be successful in your quit journey! Our free tobacco cessation program is based on proven strategies that have helped more than 1.5 million people quit tobacco. Our professional quit coaches and online community provide the support you need. Plus, we connect you to resources like nicotine quit medications.
Whether you're ready to quit today, are just curious about quitting, or you're supporting a loved one who uses tobacco, the Quitline can help.
Quit Your Way
No matter where you are in life, the Montana Tobacco Quit Line is here to help you quit tobacco. Jump start your quit journey with the help of coaching or nicotine quit medications. Find the coaching style and program that best fits your and meets your needs so you can quit your way.
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Participants enrolled in the Quit Line areeligible for:
- A FREE personalized quit plan
- 5 FREE pro-active cessation coaching sessions
- FREE nicotine replacement therapy (patch, gum, lozenge) for callers 18 and older engaged in the program
- Online CHAT option
MY LIFE, MY QUIT
My Life, My Quit offers free coaching sessions either by text, chat, or phone to help youth under 18 quit all forms of tobacco, including vaping. The more support you have, the better your chances of success. My Life, My Quit offers:
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- 100% confidential
- Live text with a coach*
- Completely free of charge
- Learn how to cope with stress in healthy ways
- To enroll, text "Start My Quit" to 36072, visit mylifemyquit.com or call 1-855-891-9989
Quit Now Montana Pregnancy Program
Pregnant and looking to quit tobacco for your health and the health of your baby? The Quit Now Montana Pregnancy Program can help.
- 9 FREE coaching calls with a personal female coach
- FREE NRT during pregnancy and additional weeks postpartum (with approval from your doctor)
- Cash Incentives - $20 for completed coaching calls while pregnant (up to 5 calls), $30 for completed coaching calls post-partum (up to 4 calls)
American Indian Commercial Tobacco Quit Line
The American Indian Commercial Tobacco Quit Line offers support, sensitivity and understanding. The America.png?width=250&height=74){kind=logo}
n Indian coaches speak to the culture and help tribal members quit commercial tobacco while still honoring traditional tobacco . To learn more visit MTAmericanIndianQuitLine.com
- Dedicated toll-free number 1-855-5AI-QUIT (1-855-524-7848)
- Staffed with culturally sensitive American Indian coaches
- 10 FREE coaching calls
- Offers a special program for pregnant American Indians to provide a culturally tailored program for support through pregnancy and postpartum, with cash incentives.
Behavioral Health Program
Many individuals with behavioral health conditions want to quit commercial tobacco but may face extra challenges in successfully quitting. Through the Behavioral Health program, participants have access to specially trained coaches and additional coaching calls to help them overcome these challenges.
- 7 scheduled telephone coaching sessions, focused on developing and practicing coping skills to manage stress while quitting
- Specially trained tobacco treatment coaches who understand and recognize behavioral health conditions
- FREE nicotine replacement therapy (patch, gum, and lozenge) for callers 18 and older engaged in the program
- FREE prescription cessation medication
Choose the Quitline Program that Works for you
The Quitline offers 3 programs. Choose the best program for you based on your style of communication and the level of support you’re seeking.
Phone + Online
Research shows people who use Quitline phone coaching services are more likely to quit than people who choose online-only options or try to quit on their own. Our Phone + Online program provides the most support:
- Coaching over the phone
- Technology-based coaching support including email, text, and chat
- Educational materials (by email or mail)
- Quit planning materials (by email or mail)
- Quit progress tracking
- Access to an online community through our website
Our Phone Only program includes:
- Coaching over the phone
- Technology-based coaching support including email, text, and chat
- Educational materials (by email or mail)
- Quit planning materials (by email or mail)
- Quit progress tracking
In our Online Only program, you receive access to self-help tools and resources through our website:
- Educational materials
- Quit planning materials
- Quit progress tracking
- Access to an online community
- Online chat with our coaches
What Do I Have to Do?
We keep enrollment simple, so you can focus your energy on quitting tobacco. There are only a few steps you need to take, and we’ll support you along the way.
- Select the Quitline program that works best for you. Choose between Phone + Online, Phone Only, or Online Only.
- Develop a quit plan. We will help you develop an individual quit plan that is right for you. Your quit plan will include details such as the date you commit to quit, who you’ll tell, and a list of tobacco triggers and how you will overcome them.
- If you decide to use quit medications, we’ll help you select and order them. A quit medication can double or triple your chances of quitting for good. We offer nicotine patches, gums, and lozenges, among other options.
- Follow your quit plan. As you do this, we’ll give you guidance and support for overcoming challenges, managing stress, handling slips, and rewarding yourself as you hit milestones.
- If you select a plan that includes coaching, be sure to respond to your quit coach when they check in—and reach out to your coach whenever you need extra support. Coaches are available 7 days per week 24 hours, 7 days a week.