For updates regarding COVID-19 and the affected services and programs, please click here.
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
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 »Our new Strengthening Families Program for parents and youth ages 10-14 helps families build stronger bonds through fun activities over seven weeks.
Read More »Our tobacco cessation classes have gone virtual! Get the support and resources to quit without leaving home.
Read More »This $1,000 award is available to Berks County High School Seniors. The 2021 submission period is March 1 - April 16.
Read More »Check out our virtual prevention lessons for students in grades K-12.
Read More »COCA hosts monthly episodes on BCTV and WEEU in order to keep Berks County residents updated on topics related to addiction.
Read More »9,000+Students reached
1,236Narcan Kits Distributed
1,510People Funded for Treatment
Eleven years ago, I hit rock-bottom. After 20 years of actively using drugs and experiencing all of the judgement that comes with it – low self-esteem, feelings of being ‘less-than’ – my family led me to seek treatment. I cannot express in words how my life has changed for the better since being in recovery. I have a life today.
More About Kristin Submit Your Story
Experts believe smokers are vulnerable to the most dangerous impacts of COVID-19.
Read More »Download the toolkit for fact sheets, local data, tips and resources on vaping.
Read More »Pennsylvania continues to be one of the hardest-hit states by the opioid epidemic.
Read More »
