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
Wednesday, Nov. 2 at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, 701 Penn St., Reading, PA
Our FREE classes offer support, guidance and free nicotine replacement therapy to help people quit tobacco.
Read More »Narcan® is the brand name for the drug naloxone, a lifesaving medication that can reverse an overdose caused by opioids.
Read More »Proper storage and disposal of medications prevents accidental and intentional misuse and helps protect the environment.
Read More »Teens learn about substance use prevention, develop leadership skills, and make a difference in the community.
Read More »Our Strengthening Families Program for parents and youth ages 10-14 helps families build stronger bonds through fun activities over seven weeks.
Read More »COCA hosts monthly episodes on BCTV and WEEU on topics related to prevention, recovery and treatment of addiction.
Read More »“When we cannot separate the description of the disorder from the person...then you have stigma. ” – Michael
Find more storiesA month-long campaign in September to highlight the achievements of individuals who have reclaimed their lives in long-term recovery, and honor the service providers who make recovery possible.
Read More »An annual campaign during the last week in October, during which students wear red ribbons to illustrate their dedication to living drug-free.
Read More »105,804Prevention Info Distributed
1,666Narcan Kits Distributed
734People Funded for Treatment
Older adults often confront physical and social changes that can increase their vulnerability to substance misuse.
Read More »Serving alcohol to teens is unhealthy, unsafe and unacceptable.
Read More »Find out how COCA will allocate Berks County funds received from the nationwide opioid settlement.
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