Kathy’s Story
“A lot of times the judgement and stigma seems to fall on the shoulders of mothers. If we want to see sustainable changes I think it’s important for everyone to end the stigma of addiction.” – Kathy S.
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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
Narcan® is the brand name for the drug naloxone, a lifesaving medication that can reverse an overdose caused by opioids (i.e. prescription pain medication or heroin).
Read More »Our Strengthening Families Program for parents and youth ages 10-14 helps families build stronger bonds through fun activities over seven weeks. Next cohort begins in early 2022.
Read More »The Certified Recovery Specialist (CRS) credential qualifies drug and alcohol peers who are in recovery to help others move into and through the recovery process.
Read More »Our FREE classes offer support, guidance and free nicotine replacement therapy to help people quit tobacco.
Read More »Proper medication disposal prevents accidental and intentional misuse and helps protect the environment.
Read More »COCA hosts monthly episodes on BCTV and WEEU on topics related to prevention, recovery and treatment of addiction.
Read More »“A lot of times the judgement and stigma seems to fall on the shoulders of mothers. If we want to see sustainable changes I think it’s important for everyone to end the stigma of addiction.” – Kathy S.
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9,000+Students reached
1,236Narcan Kits Distributed
1,510People Funded for Treatment
Experts believe smokers are vulnerable to the most dangerous impacts of COVID-19.
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Read More »Pennsylvania continues to be one of the hardest-hit states by the opioid epidemic.
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