Our Stories
We have many stories of how our service users and staff work together to achieve successful outcomes. Click on the links below to find out more.
“The stop smoking service made the difference between failing in the past and succeeding this time”
45-year-old Simon has smoked since he was 17. But now with help from Yorkshire Smokefree, he is seeing life in a different way and his health has dramatically improved. Simon’s story “I smoked my first cigarette when I was 17. I was on holiday with …
“My little unborn girl is healthy and growing well – I think it’s a good sign of giving up smoking”
22-year-old Jordan decided to give up smoking after finding out she was pregnant with her second child. With support from Yorkshire Smokefree, she’s now been cigarette-free for 3 months and is enjoying hearing her baby is growing well. Jordan’s story “I started smoking at school. …
“I’m going smoke-free for my girls”
When 23-year-old Natasha became pregnant with her third child, she knew she had to quit smoking for the health of her baby. After getting expert help from specialist stop smoking advisors, she has now been enjoying a smoke-free life with her two young children and …
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“If I can quit, anyone can”
71-year-old Brenda had smoked for over thirty years. Now, with expert help, she is smoke-free and living life to the full. Brenda’s story “I smoked for over thirty years. I’m not quite sure why I started – I guess it was more for the social …
Using telehealth in her home helps Mary keep an eye on things
Breast cancer and heart problems devastated Mary. But a simple piece of telehealth equipment in her home that keeps an eye on blood pressure, weight and general health means Mary now sees fewer health professionals and has greater confidence.
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Using telehealth equipment gave Alan confidence to monitor his condition
A heart attack and pneumonia took Alan to hospital and he now lives with heart failure and the anxiety this caused. Since he has had telehealth equipment he has the confidence to monitor his condition. Alan is reassured that the care navigators will contact him …
Trevor has got his independence and had medication reviewed
Trevor has brittle bones and he’s also experienced anxiety and depression as well as a nasty bout of bronchitis. He’s a very independent person but needed a lot of visits from health professionals for pain management. Our service has helped Trevor get his independence back …
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The recovery college has changed my life and I am not alone with my depression
Anne has been battling depression for a long time. The recovery college at Hope Street has helped to transform Anne’s life. With great activities and support, Anne has changed her life for the better.
The nurses always had time for me and gave me encouragement
A heart attack forced Anne to stop work and her diabetes got out of control, leading to her being registered as blind. Anne lost interest in daily activities and then she received a call from care navigation.
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The impact of ADHD on my life and how I am recovering
From a young age Steven was diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). In this video, he explains how the condition has affected his life and how our services have helped him cope.
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