Redbridge Support Services

Who is it for?

The service offers support to anyone who is connected to Redbridge – whether they live, work, study or are experiencing homelessness in the borough.

The service can work with people who are aged 12 and above.

What support is available?

One-to-one sessions with a specialist advisor and free nicotine replacement therapies, usually for up to 12 weeks

Behavioural support for people who are self-funding vapes to support them quitting tobacco.

Carbon monoxide testing

Support for people who are using other forms of tobacco that can also be addictive and harmful, such as paan, betel quid, gutkha, bidi, and shisha.

Support for people who are concerned about their use of vapes/e-cigarettes

Evidence-based specialist support for people who are pregnant or breastfeeding and their partners, and those with a mental health diagnosis.

How can I be get help?

People can self-refer quickly using any of our contact details above.

A professional such as GP, dentist or midwife can also refer using our online professional referral form at our website.

Where can I be seen?

Our main hub is in Ilford town centre, but the service is developing a network of other locations across the borough where people can be seen, including community centres, GP surgeries, and shelters/hostels.

Remote/telephone support: for those who are working, studying or have childcare and other commitments, we can also support you by telephone, Teams, or Zoom.

Some community pharmacies in Redbridge will also be providing smoking cessation support in the pharmacy.

Harm reduction and healthy lifestyles

The service can also provide workshops, talks and events for other partners and services, promoting the benefits of quitting smoking and other forms of tobacco, and advising about the support that is available.