West Branch Drug and Alcohol Abuse Commission

03/01/2026

Lycoming County, Pa. — Overdose deaths in Lycoming County have dropped by more than half in the last few years, new statistics show.

02/28/2026

West Branch Drug & Alcohol provides a range of services designed to support individuals and families at every stage — whether you’re seeking prevention resources, treatment referrals, or recovery support.

Our services include:
• Prevention programs for youth and families
• Drug & alcohol assessments
• Treatment referral services
• Case management
• Family support resources
• 24/7 Crisis Response Services

You don’t need to have all the answers before reaching out. Whether you’re looking for information, guidance, or immediate help, our team is here to support you.

Learn more about available services at wbdrugandalcohol.org or contact us directly to speak with someone confidentially.

02/26/2026

Barb is celebrating 8 years with The Commission today! Help us congratulate her on this accomplishment!

Barb is our Project Manager and oversees programs like LETI (Law Enforcement Treatment Initiative) and CIT (Crisis Intervention Team).

02/26/2026

In case you missed it last week, this is a story worth watching.

Recovery doesn’t happen in isolation. It happens in relationship.

In this powerful conversation, Riean Minnich, Case Management Specialist at West Branch Drug & Alcohol, and her client Harvey share what recovery really looks like — built on trust, respect, and perseverance.

Recovery is more than abstaining from substances. It’s rebuilding routines. Restoring confidence. Repairing relationships. Learning to experience life again — fully present.

Harvey’s journey reminds us that with the right support, change is possible — not just for one person, but for families and for our entire community.

If you haven’t watched yet, take a few minutes today. This is a story not to miss.

Watch here.

02/24/2026

Substance use doesn’t just affect one person. It touches entire families.

It can look like:
• Increased stress and anxiety at home
• Communication breaking down
• Children feeling confused, fearful, or responsible for things beyond their control
• Loved ones walking on eggshells

In Pennsylvania alone, thousands of children live in households impacted by substance use each year. Behind every statistic is a family trying to hold things together.

But here’s what we also know:

Recovery rebuilds connection. Conversations can be restored. Trust can be repaired. Families can heal.

Support makes that possible.

If you or someone you love is struggling, you don’t have to navigate it alone. West Branch Drug & Alcohol is here to help.

02/21/2026

02/20/2026

Just helping Shea out a little bit! 🤓

02/20/2026

It was an honor to present an official House citation to Julie Pittman, office manager at the West Branch Drug and Alcohol Abuse Commission, for her 25th anniversary. Julie’s contributions have ensured efficient daily operations while supporting staff, leadership, and the many individuals and families served by the commission.

I recognize it takes a village to walk someone through recovery. Julie’s dedication is a testament to the power of compassion and perseverance in the fight against substance abuse.

02/19/2026

Recovery is not a straight line. It’s built on trust, respect, and perseverance.

In this video, you’ll meet Riean Minnich, Case Management Specialist, and her client Harvey. Together, they’ve built a relationship rooted in accountability, encouragement, and steady support.

Harvey shares what it means to experience life without substance use — and how having someone walk alongside him made a difference.

At West Branch Drug & Alcohol, recovery is personal. It’s about people. It’s about connection. It’s about lighting the way forward.

Watch their story.

West Branch Drug & Alcohol
Lighting the Way since 1974.

02/19/2026

Brittany is celebrating 6 years with WBDA! Help us congratulate her!

She has been doing a combination of it all lately and we are grateful for her and her skills! 🤩

02/16/2026

We are closed today (Monday 2/16).
On-Call staff can always be reached at 570.220.9799

02/13/2026

Love is in the air at WB! 💕