The Council on Chemical Abuse provides a number of programs on substance abuse prevention, intervention, treatment, and recovery in Berks County.
Check out our virtual prevention lessons for students in grades K-12.
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 »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 »The UDecide Program (UDP), formerly known as the Underage Drinking Program, is an educational program for young adults.
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 »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 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 »Our FREE classes offer support, guidance and free nicotine replacement therapy to help people quit tobacco.
Read More »Blue CARES is a collaborative program between Berks County Law Enforcement and the Council on Chemical Abuse.
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 »Teens learn about substance use prevention, develop leadership skills, and make a difference in the community.
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