Since last September, a positive transformation has been taking shape across Erdington and Sutton Coldfield to help residents quit smoking.  Our Break The Habit campaign, led by Witton Lodge Community Association (WLCA), is helping smokers turn the page on smoking and embrace a healthier lifestyle.

This mission is now stepping up a gear with an exciting collaboration as WLCA teams up with People for People CIC to ensure that support reaches every corner of our local Polish community.

Supporting people

Director, Magdalena Zielinska, pictured, explains that while smoking is a challenge for the Polish community, the real barrier has often been a lack of support.

“Smoking is still normalised and a massive issue within the Polish community. However, there isn’t any support delivered in Polish, so residents don’t have much knowledge of what help is available to them.

“I am very happy to partner with Witton Lodge to present this opportunity to the Polish community.”

Steve Sharma, Communications and Community Engagement Coordinator at WLCA,  said: “We want the support we deliver to be easily accessible for everyone.

“This collaboration isn’t just about sharing information, it’s about building a community where everyone, regardless of their background, has the tools to live heathier, happier lives.”

Path to Success

The road to quitting doesn’t have to be a lonely one. When you register for Break The Habit, you are getting a dedicated team in your corner. For six weeks, you will receive:

• FREE Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) and specialist smoking aids.

• One-to-one mentoring to keep your motivation high.

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to help you master the mental side of quitting.

At the Erdington Wellbeing Hub (196 High Street), our specialist practitioner, Clare Mckay, from 5 Ways Pharmacy is available and ready to provide the personalised care you deserve.

Your First Step

“Whether you want to stop smoking in order to save money, to improve your health and fitness or simply do it for the benefit of your family, we are here to help you,” added Steve.

• Call: 0121 827 6295 to book an appointment with Clare.

• Register: Scan the QR code on our flyer below or click HERE to submit your details and register instantly.