The Southeast Kansas Mental Health Center (SEKMHC) is now tobacco free.
The center adopted an agency-wide, tobacco free policy on Jan. 1. Clients, visitors, and staff are prohibited from using tobacco products at all SEKMHC facilities, agency vehicles, and properties.
SEKMHC’s vision is to improve the quality of life in Southeast Kansas. The tobacco-free procedure has been endorsed by numerous health advocacy groups and is intended to help SEKMHC to maintain the healthiest possible environment for clients, visitors, and staff.
“This is an exciting time for our agency. I’m glad to have been part of the Tobacco Free Grounds committee to help create and implement these changes for a healthier workplace for our staff and clients,” said Jessica McGinnis, Drug-Free Community Coordinator.
For community members, if you choose to quit or cut back on tobacco use, there are resources available. The Kansas Tobacco Quit Line provides free cessation support with trained coaches to help you through the quitting process. Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW.
