SBH Health System Advances Health Equity +
HSTFNY partnered with SBH Health System in early 2024 and early 2025 to integrate tobacco use dependence treatment policies to support their patients who smoke. Their standardized policy for tobacco use treatment has been effective since May 2024. HSTFNY supported SBH Health System with nicotine replacement therapy, funding to support EHR updates, and educational resources. This collaboration highlights a successful model of targeted, patient-centered care for those struggling with tobacco use dependence.
Evergreen Health “THRIVES” +
The Health Systems for a Tobacco-Free New York (HSTFNY) partnered with Evergreen Health to implement a tobacco use dependence treatment program for underserved communities in Western New York. HSTFNY implemented treatment strategies into Evergreen Health’s electronic health records (EHR), establishing it as a routine part of patient care. This integration makes tobacco use dependence treatment a standard part of care, reaching diverse groups such as low-income and LGBTQ+ communities. By embedding this workflow into Evergreen’s system, HSTFNY has ensured that dependency support will remain accessible to these communities long-term.
Jericho Road Community Health Center +
Jericho Road Community Health Center prioritizes providing quality medical care to those with limited access to medical care. For over 10 years, they have provided tobacco use disorder treatment across their five locations in Erie County. With technical assistance, they implemented a CDC-recommended tobacco use disorder workflow and offer on-site Nicotine Replacement Therapy and yearly provider trainings. Their dedication to tobacco cessation has made a significant impact on patients’ health and wellbeing.
Alliance for Positive Health +
Alliance for Positive Health faced challenges providing tobacco dependence treatment to their rural, low-income clients. In 2022, they partnered with Community Health Programs to establish a standard of care for assessment and referral. CHP integrated smoking cessation questions and provided check-ins, improving health outcomes and reducing tobacco dependence.
Ellis Mental Health Clinic +
EMHC partnered with us to update smoking cessation policies using evidence-based strategies tailored to their patient population, including staff training, nicotine replacement therapy, and a smoke-free campus policy. Within six months, smoking rates among patients significantly decreased, staff felt more confident in supporting patients, and patients reported feeling more supported in quitting. This success improved patient health outcomes and EMHC’s reputation as a leading provider of behavioral health services in New York State.
