VCC Offers Smoking Cessation Program

Quitting smoking is one of the most important things you can do for your health and well-being. VCC will offer Freedom from Smoking, a program that provides the information, tools and tips developed by the American Lung Association to help individuals to quit smoking. The eight-part series of classes is available to VCC patients as well as employees.

Topics include:

Knowing if you’re ready to quit smoking
Medications
Lifestyle changes
Preparing for quit day
Coping strategies
Managing stress
Avoiding weight gain
Developing a new self-image
Strategies to stay smoke-free for good

Class Dates: Feb. 28; Mar. 7, 14, 21, 23 and 28; and April 4 and 11.
Time: 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Location: VCC: Vale Terrace, Women’s Center Classroom 2, 1000 Vale Terrace Drive, Vista

Preregistration is required. Walk-ins are not permitted. For more information and to sign up, please call Nancy Rocha at (760) 631-5000 x7153.