SMART
Smoke-free, Multi-Agency Resource Team
What is SMART?
SMART is a coalition dedicated to reducing tobacco use and involuntary exposure to secondhand smoke in Genesee County.
SMART's membership consists of prevention agencies, hospital personnel,
non-profit agencies and concerned citizens.
How do I become a member of the SMART Coalition?
If you are interested in learning more about the SMART Coalition, would like to attend a meeting or would like to become
a member, please contact Ann Goldon at (810) 341-5898 or by e-mail at agoldon@gchd.us
What is SMART currently working on?
Smoke-Free Parks and Beaches
Initiative
Parks are established to promote healthy
activities. community wellness, and
recreation. According to Repace
Associates, secondhand smoke levels in
outdoor public places can reach levels as
high as those found in indoor facilities
where smoking is permitted. SMART is
working with the Genesee County Health
Department (GCHD) and the Michigan
Department of Community Health (MDCH) to
increase smoke-free recreation areas in
Genesee County. To learn more click on
the informational sheets below.
Quit Smoking Information
SMART and GCHD provide quit smoking referrals and information to the community.
For a list of local resources
click here or contact Ann Goldon at
(810) 341-5898 for more information.
To access the Michigan Tobacco Quit Line
dial 1-800-QUIT-NOW. Are you
pregnant and smoking?
Click here
to find out how you can
quit successfully and earn rewards at
the same time.
SMART Meeting Schedule
The SMART Coalition meets from 12:00 - 1:30 pm.
at the Genesee County Health Department
in Conference Rooms 1 - 4.
Call (810) 341-5898 to RSVP if you plan
to attend. The current meeting schedule is as follows:
- March 11, 2013
- May 13, 2013
Important Tobacco Related Links &
Resources
Tobacco Free Michigan
The
Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids
Americans
for Non-Smokers' Rights
Michigan Smoke-free Apartment Website
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