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 organization 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.

Learn more about Mental Health and Alcohol Use:Our Taco 'Bout It Community Town Hall is a FREE community event at Exeter...
03/24/2026

Learn more about Mental Health and Alcohol Use:
Our Taco 'Bout It Community Town Hall is a FREE community event at Exeter Community Library on Tuesday, April 28 from 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM!

Doors open at 4:30 PM! Join us for tacos, prizes, great speakers and open conversation!

In partnership with NAMI Berks County PA and The Exeter Community Library

Register here to let us know you're coming: https://cocaberks.org/event/taco-bout-it-community-town-hall-event/

If you missed the 830 WEEU Feedback with Toni Reece discussion on quitting ni****ne with COCA's Teresa Detweiler & Yvonn...
03/24/2026

If you missed the 830 WEEU Feedback with Toni Reece discussion on quitting ni****ne with COCA's Teresa Detweiler & Yvonne Stroman yesterday, you can still listen in. Click the link for the recording. https://ow.ly/ykon50YxNXq

Join us on May 2 for a special afternoon of activities to support those impacted by addiction and anyone who has lost a ...
03/23/2026

Join us on May 2 for a special afternoon of activities to support those impacted by addiction and anyone who has lost a loved one to a substance related cause. Event will include tree planting, journaling activity, butterfly release and more. Register online today: https://ow.ly/P0ql50YxFwu

Over 1,000 Quit Kits and counting!! Our Prevention Specialist Teresa has spent the past month making her way to schools,...
03/22/2026

Over 1,000 Quit Kits and counting!! Our Prevention Specialist Teresa has spent the past month making her way to schools, businesses and organizations across Berks County on her No Ni****ne New Year Quit Kit Tour. To date, she's delivered over 1,000 kits to help people quit smoking or va**ng. And she's not done yet! https://cocaberks.org/quitkittour/

Problem gambling isn’t always visible. Many people struggle in silence while the impacts ripple through families and com...
03/21/2026

Problem gambling isn’t always visible. Many people struggle in silence while the
impacts ripple through families and communities. The National Problem
Gambling Helpline offers free, confidential support 24/7. Because knowing
where to turn can make all the difference.

Call: 1-800-MY-RESET�
Text: 800GAM�
Chat: www.NCPGambling.org/chat

Learn more about Problem Gambling Month on our website: https://ow.ly/UA4950YrilU

Did you know that COCA hosts monthly episodes on 830 WEEU to keep Berks County residents updated on topics related to ad...
03/17/2026

Did you know that COCA hosts monthly episodes on 830 WEEU to keep Berks County residents updated on topics related to addiction, treatment, and recovery, hosted by our Community Programs Specialist Yvonne Stroman and WEEU's Toni Reece.
https://cocaberks.org/program/bctv-weeu/

The Berks Co Treatment Court Program recently became one of the first courts in the state to be certified by the Adminis...
03/16/2026

The Berks Co Treatment Court Program recently became one of the first courts in the state to be certified by the Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts Office. Read this WFMZ article to learn more about this program that "makes our community safer, and it absolutely changes the lives of the individuals that go through it.”

Treatment court involves drug treatment court, mental health court and DUI treatment court.

Tune in to 830 WEEU tomorrow at 11:00 AM to hear a conversation about Smoking Cessation. Prevention Specialist Teresa De...
03/15/2026

Tune in to 830 WEEU tomorrow at 11:00 AM to hear a conversation about Smoking Cessation. Prevention Specialist Teresa Detweiler will be joining Yvonne!

It is also available to watch on Facebook Live: https://www.facebook.com/830amWEEU

Problem Gambling impacts far more individuals than most people realize. Gambling problems aren't rare and they aren't ea...
03/13/2026

Problem Gambling impacts far more individuals than most people realize.
Gambling problems aren't rare and they aren't easy to spot. Raising awareness
helps shine a light on this often hidden public health issue and challenges
common misconceptions.

Learn more about Problem Gambling Month on our website: https://ow.ly/JeFp50YrilT

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Since 1972, the Council on Chemical Abuse (COCA) has served in a lead role, offering the resources necessary to respond to the complex problems of substance abuse and addiction. Designated by the County Commissioners as the Single County Authority (SCA) for Berks County, COCA is responsible for the administration and management of publicly-funded alcohol, to***co, and drug services. COCA is a non-profit organization governed by a volunteer Board of Directors reflective of the local community. COCA serves as the coordinating agency for publicly supported drug and alcohol programming in Berks County.