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PA Families Inc. offers support and resources for individuals and families affected by substance abuse, in collaboration with the Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP). Find guidance, counseling, and programs for recovery and healing. Substance Abuse DDAP The Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs is providing education, intervention and treatment programs to reduce drug and alcohol abuse and dependency for all Pennsylvanians. Gambling and pornography are also being abused as well these days. Bureau of Treatment, Prevention, and Intervention The Bureau of Treatment, Prevention, and Intervention performs numerous tasks within the Department to provide county authorities, providers, and communities throughout the Commonwealth with the tools they need to effectively prevent and treat drug and alcohol problems, as well as problem gambling. TREATMENT DIVISION Responsible for program planning and development of standards, policies, guidelines, service descriptions, and outcome data for the clinical functions of case management and treatment systems for drug and alcohol issues and problem gambling. PREVENTION AND INTERVENTION DIVISION Provides for the development, oversight, and management of substance abuse prevention services statewide, and strives to increase the effectiveness of implemented services through evidence-based programs and state-approved, effective programs and strategies. Bureau of Quality Assurance for Prevention and Treatment The Bureau of Quality Assurance for Prevention and Treatment is responsible for ensuring that drug and alcohol programs throughout the Commonwealth meet or exceed high-quality standards and licensure requirements. The Bureau is composed of the following two divisions: EVALUATION AND CONTRACT COMPLIANCE DIVISION Ensures that the Single County Authorities (SCAs) adhere to grant agreement requirements and carry out their administrative functions effectively to ensure timely access to, and the provision of, a quality service delivery system, as well as efficiently manage all available resources at the local level. PROGRAM LICENSURE DIVISION Safeguards the public by assuring that facilities providing drug and alcohol treatment services meet minimum standards of care based on published regulations. Additional Resources Transportation Forms for Medicaid Click Here Nicotine Anonymous Online Support Group Click Here Addiction Myths & Facts Click Here Addiction Substance Abuse Mental Health What to do! Click Here Adolescent Brain Development and Drugs Click Here Adolescents/Teens/Addiction & Brain Development DDAP Click Here Adult Children of Alcoholics Online Support Group Click Here Alateen Online /In-Person Support Groups Click Here Alcohol-Related Stats CDC and more DDAP Click Here Co-Dependents Online Support Group Click Here Cocaine Anonymous Online Support Group Click Here County Drug and Alcohol Offices & PA Assoc. of D&A Administrators Click Here Crystal Meth Anonymous Online Support Group Click Here DDAP Find Addiction Treatment in PA Click Here DDAP Funding in PA Click Here DDAP List Serve for News /Announcements/ E-Toolkit/Event Requests Click Here DOH Bureau of Emergency Medical Services, Preparedness /Response, SPECIAL POPULATIONS Click Here Drug/Alcohol/Substance Abuse Addiction Support Groups and Organizations Click Here FASD Task Force PA CARE PARTNERSHIP Click Here FUNDING DDAP Substance Use Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery Services Block Grant | SAMHSA Click Here Find ALANON Support Group Meetings in Pennsylvania for family/friends of someone with an alcohol challenge Click Here Frequently Asked Questions FAQ in Substance Abuse SA & Addictions DDAP Click Here Health Choices Mental Health/Drug and Alcohol Services Click Here MILITARY Substance Use/Addictions Click Here Marijuana Anonymous Online Support Group Click Here Nar-Anon Online/In-Person Support Group Click Here OVERVIEW of the Dep. of Drug & Alcohol Program DDAP Click Here PA Drug & Alcohol Programs Dashboard Data Agency Links DDAP Click Here PA Health Choices Insurance Map; Physical Health and Behavioral Health Insurance Companies Click Here PA State Medical Insurance Enrollment Click Here Post Traumatic Stress Disorder PTSD / Trauma & Substance Abuse Click Here Risk Factors and Addictive Behavior DDAP Click Here Student Assistance Program in PA Schools SAP MH DDAP DOE Click Here Substance Abuse in People With Intellectual Developmental Disabilities IDD Click Here Substance Use Disorder in Older Adults DDAP Click Here Suicide Risk and Addiction Click Here Terms and Acronyms DDAP Click Here PA Advisory Council on Substance Use DDAP Click Here Parent Panel Advisory Council (PPAC) for DDAP Click Here

PA Families Inc. supports Pennsylvania's elderly population through the Department of Aging, offering essential services, resources, and programs to enhance their quality of life. We are committed to empowering seniors and ensuring their well-being. Department of Aging DOA AGING SERVICES https://www.aging.pa.gov/aging-services/Pages/default.aspx Caregiver Support The Pennsylvania Caregiver Support Program provides resources and assistance to individuals who assume the primary responsibility for the provision of care to encourage a healthy, ongoing relationship with their care receiver. The program aims to alleviate the stresses associated with caregiving by focusing on the well-being of the caregiver, providing access to respite care, addressing the need for formal and informal supports, and providing financial reimbursement for out-of-pocket costs associated with caregiving-related services and supplies. The program is administered by your local Area Agency on Aging . Each caregiver is assigned a care manager who will come to the care receivers' home, conduct a comprehensive assessment of the needs of the caregiver, provide support, and work with them to develop a person-centered plan of care. SERVICES AT THE Department of Aging Please go to the website at the top of the page for the services listed below. Caregivers Employment Health & Wellness Help at Home Housing Medicare Counseling Legal Assistance Meals Ombudsman PACE - Prescription Assistance Financial Exploitation Protective Services Transportation Additional Resources Relatives as Parents Program (RAPP) Penn State Extension Grandparents & Others Click Here DOH Bureau of Emergency Medical Services, Preparedness /Response, SPECIAL POPULATIONS Click Here PA Councils on Aging Click Here Pennsylvania Attorney General's Senior Protection Unit Click Here Pennsylvania Department of Aging DOA Intro Click Here Pennsylvania Link to Aging and Disability Resources (PA LINK) Click Here Report Suspected Abuse Click Here Resources for Caregivers of Children Dept. of Aging Click Here Substance Use Disorder in Older Adults DDAP Click Here

PA Families Inc. provides crucial support for victims of domestic violence, offering resources, counseling, and safe havens. Our dedicated team is here to help you regain control and build a safer future. You are not alone. Domestic Violence DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PCAR The mission of the Pennsylvania Coalition to Advance Respect is to work to eliminate all forms of sexual violence and to advocate for the rights and needs of victims of sexual assault. PCADV's 59 community-based domestic violence programs work every day to create pathways to safety and justice for victims of domestic violence and their children, working collaboratively to end the domestic violence epidemic in Pennsylvania. Additional Resources Alateen Online /In-Person Support Groups Click Here Co-Dependents Online Support Group Click Here DOH Bureau of Emergency Medical Services, Preparedness /Response, SPECIAL POPULATIONS Click Here DOH Division of Violence Prevention DVP Click Here Military Sexual Assault Click Here PCADV PA Coalition Against Domestic Violence Click Here Pennsylvania Coalition to Advance Respect PCAR ( Against Rape) Click Here Pennsylvania Immigration Resource Center (PIRC) Click Here Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network Click Here

Shapiro Administration Announces New Resources for Parents, Educators on How to Protect Kids from the Risks of Sports, Online, and Other Forms of Gambling   New gambling resources build on Governor Josh Shapiro’s promise to improve the information literacy skills of educators, students, and families to help the next generation of Pennsylvanians learn how to discern fact from fiction online.     Pennsylvanians struggling with problem gambling can call 1-800-GAMBLER 24/7 – it is free and confidential.   Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania departments of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) and Education (PDE) are announcing the availability of new, free online resources for Pennsylvania educators and families to learn what problem gambling is, how to recognize warning signs in children, and where to go for help. March marks the 23rd anniversary of Problem Gambling Awareness Month. The yearly designation is designed to increase public awareness of the availability of treatment and recovery services and encourage health care providers to screen their service recipients for problem gambling.   “Knowledge is power. DDAP and our partners at PDE encourage teachers, students, families, and all Pennsylvanians to learn about the signs of problem gambling and use that knowledge to stop gambling issues before they start,” said DDAP Secretary Dr. Latika Davis-Jones. “We know that for substance use disorder, with the right treatment and supports, recovery is probable; the same holds true for problem gambling.”   The Promoting Awareness Around Online Gambling and Its Impact Toolkit is designed to be a one-stop shop for educators and parents offering guidance on various aspects of problem gambling in youth. Insight into why it’s important to avoid gambling-related activities in classrooms , learn gambling terms students may be using , recognize signs of early problem gambling behaviors , and how parents can use parental controls to manage children’s games, apps, and gaming consoles.   The resources also provide guidance on recognizing the signs of early problem gambling behaviors, including : Significant time spent on mobile or gaming devices; Loss of interest in activities or a drop in after-school activities; Drop in homework completion or school grades; and Increased interest in sports scores and statistics. “Ensuring the wellness of our students starts with equipping them with the tools they need to recognize when something is dangerous or unhealthy, and to ask for help when they need it,” said Secretary of Education Dr. Carrie Rowe. “Together, the Online Gambling and Information Literacy toolkits provide critical resources that can help educators, learners, and their families thoughtfully navigate today’s online world and avoid negative mental health impacts.” Building on Governor Shapiro’s Promise to Prepare PA’s Next Generation As part of Governor Josh Shapiro’s 2024-25 state budget , PDE   developed a comprehensive toolkit to develop the information literacy skills of educators, students, and families to help the next generation of Pennsylvanians learn how to discern fact from fiction online.     The Information and Media Literacy Toolkit ,  which is available to the public on PDE’s website, offers resources about how to recognize biases, distinguish between credible information and misinformation, and create and share content responsibly. Through a collection of evidence-based resources, the toolkit encourages critical thinking, active participation in society, and contextual understanding of past and current events.    Problem Gambling in PA According to the Council on Compulsive Gambling of Pennsylvania (CCGP), in the Commonwealth, over 20 percent of students have gambled at some point.   “With increased accessibility to gambling and activities that include gambling elements, reported problems among young individuals in Pennsylvania are growing,” said CCGP Executive Director Josh Ercole . “It is critical that parents, educators, and young people understand that early exposure and participation can lead to future issues.  By initiating open conversations and utilizing the resources available to all Pennsylvanians, we can work together to prevent problems before they begin.”   Penn State University, in conjunction with DDAP and the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board, conducts an annual assessment of the impacts of interactive gaming , also referred to as online gambling or iGaming, in Pennsylvania. The report is designed to establish the prevalence of online gambling, examine the demographic characteristics of adult Pennsylvania online gamblers, and identify the characteristics associated with experiencing problems with online gambling. The key findings of the 2025 report indicate: Between 17 percent and 30 percent of adult Pennsylvanians engaged in some form of online gambling last year; Over 50 percent of calls to 1-800-GAMBLER specifically mentioned online gambling as the most problematic form of gambling; and Sports betting was the most popular online gambling format, while lotteries were the most popular offline gambling format. Pennsylvania operates numerous resources to support individuals suffering from problem gambling, including a Problem Gambling Helpline available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year at 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537), as well as a 24-hour chat service available through CCGP . For more information on the Shapiro Administration’s problem gambling resources, visit ddap.pa.gov .

I Am Invisible No More  is a cry of the heart. It is a response to the quiet trauma of being disregarded, disbelieved, or shamed simply because a struggle isn’t visible to the naked eye. It is a refusal to be blamed for limitations or abandoned by a society that often lacks the patience for what it cannot see. Together we are changing the way the world sees disabilities. Invisible No More® is the fundamental truth that we are all part of the same human race. Disability and illness are not departures from the human experience; they are a part of life. Every person deserves to be understood and integrated into the fabric of society. We are advocating for a world where everyone is treated with equal respect, regardless of the challenges they carry internally.  Let's create a walk & roll wave that spreads love around the globe and brings awareness and support.   Having an invisible disability often makes life difficult for many. These disabilities, illnesses and pain may not be apparent to the onlooker, yet to the person living with them they are very real. These disabilities are not hidden, imaginary or fake.  Throughout this coming month of May, we will be Honoring , Remembering and Supporting , our family members, friends, co-workers, classmates and neighbors impacted by invisible disabilities, illness and pain! Thank you for joining us for our 4th annual  Invisible Disabilities® Walk & Roll !  We will be walking, running, hiking, treadmilling, biking, spin biking, wheelchair rolling, scootering, skateboarding, roller blading and skating where you live while supporting the ongoing work of IDA by providing encouragement, education, connection and disability awareness. Register today ! Sign up for yourself or for a family member, friend, co-worker or neighbor! Will you be walking & rolling for the whole month or in a single event? Either way, the more miles, kilometers and steps you journey to honor, remember and support your loved one, the more opportunities you provide for IDA to Change the way the world sees disabilities!  REGISTER

Expert Guidance for Families of Students with FASD. Navigating the education system with a child with FASD can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. A recording of Proof Alliance’s first EmpowerED Series panel brings together education, legal, mental health, and caregiver experts to help families understand their child’s rights and advocate effectively in school . Panelists include attorneys, educators, therapists, and parents who share both professional expertise and living experience. This recorded panel discussion provides practical guidance, strategies, and resources to empower caregivers and support student success. This panel is now available for no-cost, on-demand viewing on the Proof Alliance eCampus. Watch the Recording Here https://learn.proofalliance.org/courses/empowered-webinar-series/?blm_aid=240673 Click here to watch the panel >Click here to watch the panel >