1. Stop Smoking Services Working with you and your employees towards a Smokefree future 21 st March 2013

2. The cost of employing a smoker Each smoker you employ costs, on average, an extra £2,000 per year compared to a non-smoker. This is attributable to: Additional breaks (£753) Increased absenteeism (£803) Decreased productivity Decreased morale 2007 NICE guidance “workplace interventions to promote smoking cessation” Costs are indicative, however we have a calculating sheet should you wish to work out your exact costs per year in £ and WTE.

3. How we could help Increase the health of your employees Increased efficiency due to fewer breaks Decreased sickness absence

4. What we do 12 weeks of support (Face to face, Group sessions & Telephone Consultations available) Medication available through prescription – employees will only pay a prescription charge to receive their medication, if applicable. This is considerably cheaper than purchasing the products on the high street.

5. Why use us? We currently provide the most effective smoking support service in Coventry with 62% of our patients remaining quit to 4 weeks We are highly experienced at providing support across a range of settings We can offer a large range of flexibility to fit around your needs as a company

6. Contact Details 02476 964760 Stopsmoking.services@uhcw.nhs.uk