Smoking

Stop Smoking Support in Sunderland

Quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do for your health. It can also help you save money and feel less stressed. Even better, you do no have to do it alone.  There is free support across Sunderland to help you quit for good, and there are more ways to quit than ever before.

Get free help to stop smoking:

Sunderland Stop Smoking Service

The Sunderland Stop Smoking Service offers friendly and confidential support to help you quit. They provide:

• Flexible appointments, including evenings and weekends
• Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) 
• Vapes to support quitting
• Prescription medication where needed

Getting support like this can double your chances of quitting successfully.

Visit your local Family Hub

Sunderland Family Hubs offer weekly drop-ins where you can get help in a relaxed setting. You can access:

• Friendly support and advice
• Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) 
• Vapes to help you quit

Support from pharmacies and GP practices

Many local pharmacies and GP practices also offer stop smoking support. You can:

• Get advice on the best way to quit
• Attend regular appointments for encouragement and guidance

Ask the Sunderland Stop Smoking Service for details of support near you.

Try the Smokefree App (new for 2026)

The Smokefree App gives you support anytime, anywhere. It includes:

• Daily tips to keep you motivated
• Tools to track your progress
• Help with managing cravings
• Access to a free vape to support quitting

Benefits of quitting smoking:

When you stop smoking, you can:

• Improve your breathing and overall health
• Reduce your risk of serious illness
• Fell more in control and less stressed
• Save money each week 

You are not alone

Quitting smoking can feel hard. However, with the right support, you can do it.  Local services in Sunderland are here to help you every step of the way.