Start to STOP Smoking
The Start to STOP Program is a low-pressure approach designed to encourage you to become a non-smoker. To start, we will mail you some information on the many benefits of being a non-smoker and how it can benefit you and your loved ones.
What are the goals of the program?
- Help you become a non-smoker for life
- Introduce tools that can help you overcome barriers such as withdraw or cravings
- Work with you toward an overall healthier lifestyle
The Start to STOP Program is different from any other program you have tried. Why?
- You can choose your method of smoking cessation
- This program is designed to work with you until you feel confident that you can remain smoke free
- It is convenient to your home or work place and is self-paced
- We work with your physicians and the medical community to provide you a safe and effective experience
- No longer dependent on tobacco
- Set a positive non-smoking example for others
- Become healthier and more energetic
- Prevent second-hand smoke exposure to families and loved ones
The Behavioral Health Improvement Plan (BeH.I.P.) is a low-pressure health improvement program designed to encourage you to adopt healthy behaviors. BeH.I.P. is one of the many health benefits offered by UK and is designed to improve the health of the UK community while fostering a better physician-patient relationship.
How does it work?
BeH.I.P. is an entirely telephonic stage-based program which allows you to proceed through each stage at your own pace. BeH.I.P. uses an approach to health improvement that will assist you in achieving long lasting behavior changes. A Personal Health Counselor will work with you over the phone as frequently as once a week or as infrequently as once a month. Your Personal Health Counselor will track and measure your progress towards reaching your health goals.
Get Started Today!
To enroll or for questions call (859) 257-9355 (WELL) or email Tammy Akin at Tr.akin@uky.edu
Click here for an enrollment form.
BeH.I.P. is FREE and only for University of Kentucky employees, retirees, spouses, and sponsored dependents.
