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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.

Montanans over 18        

*NEW* Starting July 1, 2020, the Quit Line is offering online CHATTING with a real-time coach through the website, quitnowmontana.com or chat here.
All participants over 18 who engage in coaching either by online CHAT or PHONE are eligible for:
  • FREE nicotine replacement therapy (patch, gum, lozenge)
  • FREE or reduced cost prescription cessation medication
  • FREE coaching sessions

*NEW* Young Adult Program (18-24)       

The Young Adult Program has ALL the benefits of the general quit line PLUS
TEXTING
  • Text “start my quit” to 36072 and begin receiving texts
  • Any time you want to talk with a real-time coach, just text “coach”

Under 18 - MY LIFE, MY QUIT    

My Life, My Quit offers free coaching sessions either by text, chat, or phone to help youth quit all forms of tobacco, including vaping. My Life, My Quit offers:
  • Dedicated toll-free number 1-855-891-9989
  • Online enrollment through mylifemyquit.com
  • Respects privacy through confidential enrollment and coaching. No one will know someone enrolls unless they want them to know.
To start your quit or learn more visit mylifemyquit.com to learn more.
 

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 American Indian coaches speak to the culture and help tribal members quit commercial tobacco while still honoring their traditional tobacco ways. To learn more visit MTAmericanIndianQuitLine.com 

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
Phone Only
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
Online Only
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.

  1. Select the Quitline program that works best for you. Choose between Phone + Online, Phone Only, or Online Only.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.