Council On Chemical Abuse

Council On Chemical Abuse The Council on Chemical Abuse serves in a lead role, offering the resources necessary to respond to

Since 1972, the Council on Chemical Abuse has served in a lead role, offering the resources necessary to respond to the complex problems of substance abuse. Designated by the County Commissioners as the Single County Authority (SCA) for Berks County, the Council is responsible for the administration and management of publicly-funded alcohol, tobacco and drug services. The Council is a non-profit o

rganization governed by a volunteer Board of Directors reflective of the local community. The Council on Chemical Abuse serves as the coordinating agency for publicly supported drug and alcohol programming in Berks County. These services are made possible through the Berks County Board of Commissioners, tax dollars received from federal and state governments through the Bureau of Drug and Alcohol Programs (Pennsylvania Department of Health), the United Way of Berks County, and private monies received from client fees and private/corporate contributions. The Department of Health specifically disclaims responsibilities for any analyses, interpretations, or conclusions herein. The Council on Chemical Abuse provides countywide leadership in the development and implementation of policies, programs and a system of prevention and intervention services that prevent the onset of illegal alcohol, tobacco and drug use and treatment services that promote recovery from addiction to all substances.

Having a great afternoon at SOS Berks Rooted in Love community healing event today at Berks Nature
05/02/2026

Having a great afternoon at SOS Berks Rooted in Love community healing event today at Berks Nature

April has ended and so at last has our Quit Kit Tour, with a final stop at Alvernia University. It took nearly three mon...
05/01/2026

April has ended and so at last has our Quit Kit Tour, with a final stop at Alvernia University. It took nearly three months, but our Prevention Specialist Teresa has delivered more than 2,000 Quit Kits to sites across Berks County to help people quit smoking or va**ng. See our website for more pics & details. https://cocaberks.org/quitkittour/

We had a terrific Taco 'Bout It community town hall event last evening at the The Exeter Community Library. Thanks to al...
04/29/2026

We had a terrific Taco 'Bout It community town hall event last evening at the The Exeter Community Library. Thanks to all who came out to enjoy delicious tacos with us, and to learn about Mental Health & Alcohol Use from COCA's Yvonne Stroman & NAMI Berks County PA.

Today is National Fentanyl Awareness Day. Naloxone is available over the counter and can reverse a fentanyl overdose. Le...
04/29/2026

Today is National Fentanyl Awareness Day. Naloxone is available over the counter and can reverse a fentanyl overdose. Learn how to get yours on our website: https://cocaberks.org/narcan-saves/

04/28/2026

Earlier this month, Reading High School l Reading, Pa. held a school wide Take Down To***co event that was organized with the help of the JROTC students. They spent the day engaging students in fun activities, empowering them not to v**e or smoke - and also had a visit from Courage!
https://cocaberks.org/prevention/awareness-campaigns/kick-butts-days/

There are still spots available for our FREE to***co cessation classes! If you are looking to quit to***co, why not join...
04/28/2026

There are still spots available for our FREE to***co cessation classes!

If you are looking to quit to***co, why not join us? We have two available classes - one at Reading Hospital Rehabilitation from 6-7:15 PM on Thursdays, and at Berks Community Health Center - Penn St. from 1:00 - 2:00 PM on Wednesdays!

Learn more: https://cocaberks.org/program/free-to***co-cessation-classes/

Saturday's event was a success! Despite the chilly weather, over 150 cars came through FirstEnergy Stadium and dropped...
04/27/2026

Saturday's event was a success! Despite the chilly weather, over 150 cars came through FirstEnergy Stadium and dropped off unwanted and expired medications for safe disposal. We are grateful to the Reading Fightin Phils, Berks County Medical Society & the Berks County District Attorney office for organizing this event. Didn't make it to Take Back Day? See our website for a list of area medication drop box sites. https://cocaberks.org/program/medication-safety/

Parents: Protect your teens health.Did you know that teens who get alcohol from parents drink more often, more heavily, ...
04/25/2026

Parents: Protect your teens health.

Did you know that teens who get alcohol from parents drink more often, more heavily, and have more issues related to alcohol.

Learn more about Parents Who Host: https://cocaberks.org/parents/

Check out the WFMZ news piece about tomorrow's Berks County Medical Society Drug Take Back event at Reading Fightin Phil...
04/24/2026

Check out the WFMZ news piece about tomorrow's Berks County Medical Society Drug Take Back event at Reading Fightin Phils stadium from 8-11 AM. Bring your unwanted medication for safe disposal.

The event is part of a bigger mission that promotes healthy people, a safe environment, and prevents addiction.

We are sad to see our Quit Kit Tour coming to an end, but we still have a few deliveries left! Teresa dropped off both a...
04/22/2026

We are sad to see our Quit Kit Tour coming to an end, but we still have a few deliveries left! Teresa dropped off both adult and youth kits to Wilson School District West Middle School. The kits are supplied with items and information to help people quit smoking or va**ng. https://cocaberks.org/quitkittour/

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