If you’re in recovery, love someone who is, or work in the field—we need your voice this upcoming #RecoveryMonth and beyond. 💜 What you’ve learned could bring hope, encouragement, or inspire someone to take that first step. Share your message by Sept. 8: forms.office.com/g/bXwtAFXTSC

The Pennsylvania Youth Survey—a collaboration of the PA Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs, the PA Department of Education, and the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency—confirms what kids already know: feeling close to family is one of the strongest protective factors against risky behaviors.

We’re teaming up with PennStateHarrisburg's Pollock Center to share how words can reduce—or reinforce—stigma around substance use disorder. If you care about using language that supports health and recovery, this webinar is for you: pa-ddap.info/rewritingthest…

Recovery is REAL💜— SAMHSA's 2025 #RecoveryMonth theme: Restoring Every Aspect of Life—health, home, community, and purpose. This September in Harrisburg—and in our everyday work—we’re bringing that theme to life: pa.gov/agencies/ddap/…

Earlier this Sept., we kicked off #RecoveryMonth with music, food, stories, & community. Special thanks to our planning committee, speakers Edith Cook & Andre Defrancesco + DJ CoCo Pebbles for bringing the energy. Join us on Sept. 23: pa-ddap.info/rmevents

💜Bring a friend, grab lunch, hear inspiring stories, and take part in wellness activities—all while connecting with resources that put recovery in reach. pa-ddap.info/rmevents

Today is #NationalAddictionProfessionalsDay—a time to honor the helpers and healers who save lives and empower recovery across Pennsylvania.💜

Recovery is a journey—like the trails that wind through Pennsylvania’s state parks. 🏞 If you’re looking for your path to recovery—or walking alongside someone you love—help is here. 💜

Naloxone has one purpose — to save lives. That’s why Dr. Latika Davis-Jones joined the PA Department of Health and the Cumberland-Perry Drug & Alcohol Commission at the Perry County State Health Center for #SaveaLifeDay (September 25).

Join us in extending a heartfelt thank you to our #RecoveryMonth Committee — the dedicated DDAP staff who brought this year’s stories & celebrations to life. Their creativity, collaboration & commitment to showcasing that recovery is REAL made this September one to remember.💜

At the PA @NAADACOrg Conference, Sec. Davis-Jones credited addiction professionals for connecting Pennsylvanians to the lifesaving services and supports we invest in — helping ensure every person impacted by #substanceuse and #problemgambling can thrive.🛟

Our Emerging Drug Trends Symposium has a new date! 📅 Tuesday, March 31, 2026 📝 Learn more & register: pa.gov/agencies/ddap/…

Every county in PA has substance use prevention specialists working every day in communities — and supporting schools through the Student Assistance Program, a partnership between us, the PA Department of Education & PA Department of Human Services — to help keep our communities healthy and strong. 💪

If a night out takes a bad turn, don’t disappear. If someone shows signs of alcohol poisoning — confusion, vomiting, slow breathing, or can’t wake up — stay with them and call 911. If you’re under 21, PA’s Good Samaritan Law can protect you.#NationalCollegiateAlcoholAwarenessWeek

Asking for help takes courage — and no one in Pennsylvania has to face challenges with drugs or alcohol alone. 📞 1-800-662-HELP (4357) 💬 717-216-0905 ⌨️ bit.ly/DDAPgethelpchat Go Birds! 🦅 💚 instagram.com/reel/DQb_-dtkZ…

#VeteransDay honors those who served — and reminds us that coping with the invisible wounds of service takes support. At the PA Dept. of Drug & Alcohol Programs, veterans remain a priority. Help is here. 📞 1-800-662-HELP 📞 1-800-GAMBLER