See the links below for information on assistance available to help those in need obtain Chantix, the new prescription drug to help adults stop smoking. This method of quitting is not recommended for pregnant women unless you have talked with your doctor. However, Chantix may be a useful aid for family and friends who want to stop smoking.
There are two different types of programs available (Connection to Care and Pfizer Pfriends)-- you can read about each and decide which one applies to you by viewing the documents below.
- Chantix Information Flyer
- Connection to Care Program Details
- Connection to Care Application
- Pfizer Pfriends Program Details
- Pfizer Pfriends Application
Below are some other financial services in the area:
Telephone 211: This agency will provide the caller with free information about human service agencies and programs available to them in their area. These agencies and programs provide food, shelter, counseling, emergency financial assistance, clothing, etc. Contact Ministries, Inc. serves Carter, Greene, Unicoi, and Washington. Contact-Concern serves Hawkins, Johnson and Sullivan.
Abortion Alternatives & Crisis Pregnancy Center
1-800-421-4673
Department of Human Services
423-224-1900
Department of Employment Service
423-989-6600 (Bristol)
423-224-1800 (Kingsport)
Alliance for Business & Training
423-968-3641(Bristol)
423-246-5075 (Kingsport)
Social Security
276-446-2231 (Bristol)
423-247-9820 (Kingsport)
American Red Cross
276-645-6650
Bristol Food Pantry
423-466-2312
First Baptist Church of Blountville
423-323-8033
Neighborhood Service Food Bank
423-968-3951
Second Harvest Food Bank
423-477-4053
Full Gospel Mission Kitchen of Hope
423-246-1735
Hunger First Tri-Cities TN/VA
423-392-0012