Real Stories of Summit County

02/25/2026

Quitting ni****ne is hard, but money shouldn’t be the thing that holds you back from seeking treatment.

Kristen from Building Hope shares how their mental health scholarship program can help cover the cost of therapy or treatment for Summit County residents who want to quit ni****ne.

If you live or work in Summit County and are facing financial barriers to getting help, you might be eligible.

To learn more, visit: https://buildinghopesummit.org/mental-health-therapists/mental-health-scholarships/

To discover more local resources to help you quit visit realsummit.org.

****nefree

02/18/2026

What percentage of cigarette butts end up as litter?

A) 32%
B) 63%
C) 21%
D) 47%

No matter the number, it’s too high. Keep Summit County clean. Keep your lungs clean, too.

Need help quitting? Visit realsummit.org.

Source - Truth Initiative: tinyurl.com/75tht2mh

****nefree

02/13/2026

After 3–6 years of living a smoke-free life, your risk of coronary heart disease can drop by 50% compared with when you smoked.

Over time, quitting can reduce inflammation, improve blood vessel health, and slow the progression of atherosclerosis — lowering your long-term risk of heart attack and stroke.

Lower your risk by starting your quitting journey today. Visit realsummit.org

Our mission is to improve people’s health in Summit County primarily through the reduction of teen va**ng and adult to***co use.

02/06/2026

Las recaídas forman parte del proceso de dejar de fumar de muchas personas, y eso no significa que hayas fracasado.

En este vídeo, Hannah, de Colorado QuitLine, explica que incluso los pequeños pasos adelante son importantes. ¿Fumar un ci******lo en lugar de un paquete? Eso es un progreso.

Dejar de fumar requiere tiempo, esfuerzo y perdonarse a uno mismo. Y no tienes por qué hacerlo solo.

Obtenga más información en coquitline.org y, para descubrir más recursos locales, visite realsummit.org.

01/30/2026

Quitting ni****ne isn’t just a health choice, it’s a massive financial upgrade.

In 2026, the average cost of a pack of ci******es in the U.S. has reached $10.25. If you smoke just 5 ci******es a day, you are spending $80 every single month.

Over time, these figures transform from daily pocket change into life-altering wealth, allowing you to save $960 in just one year and $4,800 over five years.

Ready to see exactly how much your specific habit is costing you? Visit https://bit.ly/3NU8Pep

Source: to***cofreekids.org

01/26/2026

“Come on in, we’re really nice.”

Dr. Jennifer Tomback, a family medicine physician at Elevated Community Health, knows how hard it can be to quit ni****ne. That’s why she celebrates every step with her patients, whether it’s cutting back or even just thinking about quitting.

There’s no shame in asking for help. Small wins matter, and support is here when you’re ready.

To access help and resources from Elevated Community Health, visit elevatedch.org.

To discover more local resources to help you quit visit realsummit.org.

****nefree

01/21/2026

Quitting to***co and ni****ne is hard.

The Colorado Quitline is offer up to 8 weeks of free ni****ne replacement products and $100 in gift cards. Receive a $10gift card after your first call to a Quitline coach, $15 for the second, and $25 for each of the next three calls. Up to $100.

Visit ColoradoQuits.com or call 1-800-QUIT-NOW to get started

For more resources visit realsummit.org

Our mission is to improve people’s health in Summit County primarily through the reduction of teen va**ng and adult to***co use.

01/15/2026

You don’t need to have a "quit date" set in stone just to start a conversation. The Colorado QuitLine is a free, confidential resource designed to help you explore those thoughts without any pressure.

Talk to a coach at 1-800-784-8669 and learn more at https://bit.ly/quitlineco

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Our mission is to improve people’s health in Summit County primarily through the reduction of teen va**ng and adult to***co use.

12/19/2025

If you use ni****ne and are ready to quit, free, confidential help is available today!
The Colorado QuitLine offers:
-Free 1-on-1 Coaching: Professional support 24/7.
- Free Ni****ne Replacement Therapy (NRT): Patches, gum, or lozenges (up to 16 weeks for eligible residents).

Take the next step toward quitting: Call: 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669) or Visit: ColoradoQuits.org

12/11/2025

Flavored ni****ne products aren't just appealing to teens. They mask the risks and make it easier to form a habit before you realize what’s happening.

That’s not by accident. It’s by design.

For help quitting, visit realsummit.org.

Source: to***cofreeco.org

****nefree

12/05/2025

Become a trusted adult in your community!

Learn how to have those difficult conversations and build stronger relationships with the youth in your life!

Join Summit County Youth & Family Services for this FREE training, and dinner is provided!

What you'll gain:
-Tips for building strong relationships
-Guidance for difficult talks
-Overview of local youth health concerns

🗓️ When: Tuesday, December 9, 2025, from 5:30-6:30 p.m.
📍 Where: Summit County Community & Senior Center, Frisco
💰 Cost: FREE for parents & adults working with youth

Don't miss out on this valuable opportunity! Register here: https://bit.ly/TrustedAdultTraining

12/03/2025

Smoking and va**ng limit lung function, lowering endurance.

Ni****ne, the highly addictive chemical in both ci******es and vapes, is a stimulant that overloads your heart, raising your resting heart rate and blood pressure, which consumes the vital energy reserve needed for peak performance.

Find help with quitting at realsummit.org

Source: National Library of Medicine | https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10858155/

Our mission is to improve people’s health in Summit County primarily through the reduction of teen va**ng and adult to***co use.