About COCA

Our offices will be closed for the holidays on Dec. 24 & 25, and on Dec. 31 & Jan. 1. If you need immediate help for addiction, please visit our Get Help Now page for links to hotlines and treatment providers.

Connecting You to Addiction Resources

The Council on Chemical Abuse, known as COCA, provides Berks County, PA with leadership and assistance in preventing substance use, and promoting treatment and recovery from addiction. Established as a non-profit in 1971, COCA is designated by the County Commissioners as the Single County Authority (SCA) for Berks County, PA. COCA serves as the coordinating agency for publicly supported drug and alcohol programming, and is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors reflective of the local community.

Our work includes:

Providing free education and programming to schools, community groups, and professionals
Raising awareness about current concerning trends
Evaluating the efficiency and standard of care within COCA-funded services
Serving individuals and their loved ones navigating addiction treatment
Increasing the availability of treatment and recovery services to Berks County residents
Educating about the disease of addiction and supporting the thousands of Berks County individuals in recovery
And more!

Our Focus

Programs

Learn about our programs including medication safety, tobacco cessation, NARCAN® distribution and more

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Training & Events

We offer professional DDAP trainings and host a variety of event throughout the year.

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Education

COCA's Prevention Department provides free educational programs to Berks Co. schools and community groups.

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Our services are made possible through the Berks County Board of Commissioners, tax dollars received from federal and state governments through the Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs, grants, and private monies received from client fees and private/corporate contributions. The Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs specifically disclaims responsibilities for any analyses, interpretations, or conclusions herein.

Services and resources provided by COCA are for Berks County, PA organizations and individuals only.

We at the Council on Chemical Abuse (COCA) stand against racism, injustice, and inequality. COCA remains dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusion, compassion, kindness, and respect. While addiction does not discriminate, the Black community has been disproportionately impacted by substance abuse through historic and current systemic racism. COCA’s role as an organization is to provide equitable resources, services, and programs to promote prevention, intervention, treatment, and recovery support for all individuals and families in Berks County. The board and staff at COCA will continue to listen closely to our community to better understand their needs, advocate for adequate resources and provide appropriate services for those we serve.