COCA Berks

What a fun Lunch & Learn we had yesterday at @BerksRISE Center! We enjoyed Chicken & Waffles and engaged in a thought-provoking discussion on Waffling in Recovery. Shoutout to Yvonne for making delicious waffles!

Looking to quit smoking this spring season? We have two upcoming tobacco cessation classes to join! To register for these classes and to learn more, head to our website: cocaberks.org/program/free-t…

Join us on Tuesday April 28 at the Exeter Library for Taco 'Bout It, a FREE community town hall event to discuss mental health and alcohol use. Enjoy delicious tacos and great presentations. First 30 registrants get a free swag bag. Sign up today! cocaberks.org/event/taco-bou…

You won't want to miss this FREE Waffle Wednesday Lunch & Learn on April 1! Join us at the @BerksRise Center for a delicious lunch of chicken & waffles and learn about waffling in recovery and paths to self care. Sign up today! cocaberks.org/event/wafflewe…

We're still on the road for the No Nicotine New Year Quit Kit Tour! If you haven't been able to pick up your own kit, we still have two more dates coming up! If not, check if somewhere near you has received some. You can start your journey to quitting nicotine today!

Healthier futures often begin with simple conversations. When our communities understand problem gambling, they create space for compassion, support, and hope. Awareness is often the first step. #PGAM2026

Our Prevention Specialist Teresa has delivered over 1,000 Quit Kits to schools and organizations across Berks County. Recently, she enlisted some young helpers as she took her No Nicotine New Year Quit Kit Tour to Berks County Intermediate Unit. cocaberks.org/quitkittour/

We're excited to be working once again with the Reading High School JROTC students who are helping as we prepare for school-wide activities for #TakeDownTobacco Day later this week.

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! Register here to let us know you're coming: cocaberks.org/event/taco-bou…

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. Register online today: ow.ly/5RYI50YxFwv

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 Nicotine New Year Quit Kit Tour. To date, she's delivered over 1,000 kits. cocaberks.org/quitkittour/

Problem gambling isn’t always visible. Many people struggle in silence while the impacts ripple through families and communities. Call: 1-800-MY-RESET
 Text: 800GAM
 Chat: NCPGambling.org/chat #PGAM2026

Tune in to @830WEEU 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: facebook.com/830amWEEU

We are having so much fun on the No Nicotine New Year Quit Kit Tour! If you haven't been able to pick up your own kit, we still have two more dates coming up! Learn more: cocaberks.org/quitkittour/

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. #PGAM2026

Tune into @bctvberks at 4:00 PM today to hear a conversation about March Madness and Gambling with guest Mike Reese! Watch live: bctv.org/watch/

Gambling-related harm isn’t always obvious. On March 10, Gambling Disorder Screening Day highlights how early screening can help identify risks, reduce harm, and connect people to support and recovery. #PGAM26

Our prevention specialist Teresa is having so much fun handing out youth and adult quit kits for our No Nicotine New Year Quit Kit Tour! Learn more about the tour: cocaberks.org/quitkittour/

Youth exposure to gambling is increasing through media, advertising, and online platforms. Problem gambling awareness month is a time to raise awareness and educate families and communities about the risks of youth gambling. #PGAM2026

Our No Nicotine New Year Traveling Quit Kit Tour is in full swing, and our Prevention Specialist Teresa has been having so much fun going to each location to distribute quit kits! Learn more about locations and about our new youth kits: cocaberks.org/quitkittour/