Adirondack Tobacco Free Network

Last Updated:February 19, 2004

Address

133 Margaret Street

Plattsburgh NY 12904-
County: Essex

Contacts

Lelia Knight
Project Coordinator

Telephone: (518) 565-4996 (518) 565-4993
Fax: (518) 565-4472
E-Mail: knight@co.clinton.ny.us

Hours of Operation

8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.
Toll Free Number: 1-866-733-0336

Services Provided

The Adirondack Tobacco Free Network, ATFN, is a coalition of six counties that focuses on the reduction of the use of tobacco among adults and adolescents. This is accomplished through cooperative programs in prevention, cessation, advocacy, policy initiatives, and community education. Referrals are made as appropriate. ATFN also supports businesses that want to be a smoke free establishment.

The following resources are available through ATFN: "Ready to Stop Smoking? Here's Help….Resource Guide for the Adirondack Region"; "Adirondack Region Smoke-Free Restaurant Directory"; "Taking Action for a Tobacco Free Adirondack Region"; and "Is Your Home Smoke Free?". ATFN collaborates with a myriad of organizations to accomplish its goals: please contact us for more information.

Service Eligibility

Persons of any age are welcomed to contact ATFN for information on decreasing the use of tobacco

Referral Procedure

Referrals are made upon request to associated organizations.

Fee Schedule

None
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Volunteer Opportunities

People are encouraged to volunteer in any capacity they feel compelled. Examples are speaking in schools and helping at functions.

Additional Information

ATFN encourages any and all calls from persons/organizations in the community who are interested in decreasing the use of tobacco