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.
The Council on Chemical Abuse provides a number of programs on substance abuse prevention, intervention, treatment, and recovery in Berks County.
Our FREE classes offer support, guidance and free nicotine replacement therapy to help people quit tobacco.
Read More »Proper storage and disposal of medications prevents accidental and intentional misuse and helps protect the environment.
Read More »Narcan® is the brand name for the drug naloxone, a lifesaving medication that can reverse an overdose caused by opioids.
Read More »Harm reduction saves lives by lowering risks associated with substance use.
Read More »Every summer, COCA's Prevention Team provides free prevention programming to Berks County summer camps, playgrounds and and youth programs.
Read More »The RISE Center (Recovery – Information – Support – Education) is a facility in Reading hosting meeting and events to support individuals and families in recovery from addiction.
Read More »The Council on Chemical Abuse participates in more than a dozen local, state and national campaigns that raise awareness about substance use prevention, treatment and recovery.
Read More »COCA hosts monthly episodes on BCTV and WEEU on topics related to prevention, recovery and treatment of addiction.
Read More »The Marijuana Diversion Program is a partner program with Berks County Magisterial District Judges to provide education to those charged with marijuana possession or paraphernalia.
Read More »This $5,000 award is awarded annually in May to a Berks County High School Senior. The deadline for the 2024 application period is now passed.
Read More »The Warm Handoff Program works to provide treatment intervention to individuals who enter hospitals with substance use disorders.
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 »The Council on Chemical Abuse offers several programs that actively engage Berks County youth in prevention causes.
Read More »Our Strengthening Families Program for parents and youth ages 10-14 helps families build stronger bonds through fun activities over seven weeks.
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