Have your say on smoking
Healthwatch Bexley is conducting this short survey on behalf of the London Borough of Bexley to better understand residents’ smoking habits, including smoking history, quit attempts, triggers, and the kind of support that would help you quit.
It will take around five minutes to complete. Your honest answers will help us create better support and services that fit what residents really need. We know quitting can be tough, so we want to make support as easy and effective as possible for everyone.
Phases
FREE Very Brief Advice on Smoking Training for Bexley Voluntary & Community Sector (VCS) staff
FREE Very Brief Advice on Smoking Training for Bexley VCS staff
When: Multiple sessions available - choose one that suits you during the week commencing 6th October
Smoking rates remain high in communities facing socio-economic challenges, where many VCS organisations work closely with residents. As trusted community partners, your role is crucial in helping people quit smoking - especially those who may not access traditional health services.
Why this training matters:
The London Borough of Bexley has commissioned Education for Health to deliver free, virtual Very Brief Advice on Smoking (VBA+) sessions tailored for VCS staff. This training will equip you with practical skills to confidently support and signpost smokers to effective local quitting resources.
What you'll learn:
- Smoking's health and social impact, and benefits of quitting
- How to communicate effectively and inclusively
- Motivational interviewing basics to support readiness to quit
- The VBA+ approach (ASK, ADVISE, ACT)
- Overview of free local stop-smoking support
By attending, you'll gain the confidence to engage you service users on smoking cessation, helping to reduce health inequalities in Bexley.
Contact Zoe Silverthorne (zoe.silverthorne@bexley.gov.uk) to register.