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.
Our Prevention Specialists are available to teach programs on vaping, drug and alcohol prevention, teens and technology and more. Prevention programs are offered FREE to Berks County schools and community groups. Single session presentations can be tailored to any age group.
Recurring educational programs are also provided in both classroom and community group settings. Evidence-based programs are offered as multi-session curriculum.
To request a presentation, click the link below, or contact Alicia Kline. Prevention staff will work with you to develop a plan to implement drug education programming that meets your needs and educational goals.
A social and emotional learning program that teaches children to develop skills to make healthy choices and achieve success.
Read More »The Council on Chemical Abuse offers several programs that actively engage Berks County youth in prevention causes.
Read More »The Elementary Prevention Series consists of three programs for students in grades 1-5. Schools can request the entire series or a single program.
Read More »Waiting for the right time to talk to your children about drugs and alcohol may result in no talk at all.
Read More »COCA Prevention Specialists offer programs on Teens & Technology for a variety of audiences on a number of different topics.
Read More »A Clear & Present Danger is a two-part educational program for middle and high school students.
Read More »This highly interactive, one-session program aims to build critical thinking skills in high school students by fostering discussions on marijuana and its potential consequences.
Read More »Evidence-based prevention programs use strategies that have proven through research to be effective.
Read More »Berks County SAP is designed to help identify students who are struggling with mental health or substance use issues.
Learn MoreThe bi-annual PAYS survey provides crucial information on attitudes and behaviors of youth on issues that put students at risk.
Learn MoreAn annual campaign in October that encourages students to wear red ribbons to demonstrate their commitment to live drug-free.
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