MaineCare Members & Tobacco Treatment Benefits

The Maine QuitLink allows MaineCare members to get quit support and free medications to help quit without barriers such as having to get approval from your doctor first.

Individuals with lower incomes and MaineCare have higher smoking rates than the general population and are more likely to be exposed to secondhand smoke. These issues are made worse by the tobacco industry focusing advertising and promotions in low-income neighborhoods.

MaineCare Benefits

All Maine residents, including MaineCare members, can access no cost, barrier-free services through the Maine QuitLink, including quit medications. You can choose options including digital and phone-based programs to meet you where you are in your quitting process.

MaineCare members can receive additional access to free counseling and medications to help quit tobacco. Talk to your provider to access these benefits. Contact MaineCare for more information about the tobacco treatment benefits.

You Can Quit

If you are thinking about quitting, you are not alone. Nearly 70% of individuals who smoke, vape, or use other tobacco products want to quit. Getting help from the Maine QuitLink can increase your chances of success. Maine residents who participate in the Maine QuitLink program are 2-3 times more likely to succeed. Becoming completely tobacco-free is the best thing you can do for your health.

Quit Your Way

No matter what your quit journey looks like, we have the tools to support you. When you’re ready to quit smoking, vaping, or other tobacco use, choose the option that’s right for you.

Phone Coaching

Free 1-on-1 coaching with a certified Quit Coach to create a customized Quit Plan. People who enroll are 2X more likely to quit and using free nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) triples your chances.

  • 12 weeks of FREE gum, patches, or lozenges
  • Talk to a certified Quit Coach
  • Unlimited support

Online Tools for Quitting

Free online resources with the ability to choose which tools will work best for you. The online dashboard is available 24/7 giving you the flexibility to quit at your own pace. Explore the variety of online tools offered and customize your quit plan.

  • FREE 4-week starter kit of patch, gum, or lozenges
  • Text messaging support
  • Chat online with a coach