Smoking Cessation
Opportunities for Individuals who Experience Severe and Persistent Mental Illness to Collaborate with Healthcare Provider in Reducing Tobacco Consumption
Mental Health America of Licking County
Approved: November 2012
Grant Period: January 2013 – May 2013
Proposal
The project goal is to increase healthcare provider knowledge and understanding of the unique needs of tobacco cessation for individuals who experience severe and persistent mental illness through direct education and referral. It also aims to ensure that community healthcare providers have access to accurate information and effective resources to assist this target population in successful tobacco cessation.