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The Council on Chemical Abuse, also known as COCA, is a non-profit agency that provides addiction resources, prevention education and recovery support for Berks County, PA
The UDecide Program (UDP), formerly known as the Underage Drinking Program, is an educational program for young adults.
Read More »The RISE Center (Recovery – Information – Support – Education) is a new facility in Reading, PA.
Read More »The Marijuana Diversion Program allows Berks County residents who have been charged with possession.
Read More »Register for one of COCA's free 8-week classes to gain the tools you need to be tobacco-free!
Read More »Naloxone is a medication that can reverse an overdose that is caused by an opioid drug (i.e. prescription pain medication or heroin).
Read More »Blue CARES is a collaborative program between Berks County Law Enforcement and the Council on Chemical Abuse.
Read More »13,574Students Educated
1,090Narcan Kits Distributed
1,571People Funded for Treatment
After my brother passed away, my family experienced judgment and slander, and we learned that society as a whole looks down on people with substance use disorders. Those suffering from addiction need to understand that they are the majority, not the minority, that addiction does not discriminate, and WE are here for you.
More About Pat Submit Your StoryPennsylvania continues to be one of the hardest-hit states by the opioid epidemic.
Read More »Vaping and JUULing have reached epidemic levels among young people who often think e-cigarettes are safer to use than traditional cigarettes.
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