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HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) has announced a substantial $9 million funding initiative aimed at expanding and enhancing recovery support services for individuals …
Pennsylvania Unveils $9 Million Initiative to Boost Substance Use Recovery Support Services Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Thursday evening, the Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) hosted “The Phoenix,” an event designed to highlight the critical role of support systems in the …
Transforming Lives: “The Phoenix” Event Illuminates Recovery and Community Support Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) has announced the allocation of more than $26 million to bolster drop-in center services across the state. This …
$26 Million Boost: Transforming Pennsylvania’s Drop-In Centers to Combat Substance Use Disorder! Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) and the Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) have introduced a free virtual training series designed to help …
Breaking Barriers: Free Virtual Training Paves the Way for Recovery-Friendly Workplaces in Pennsylvania! Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Departments of Drug and Alcohol Programs and Conservation and Natural Resources have jointly launched the “Recovery in Nature” initiative during National Recovery Month. This program …
Join the Movement: Transform Your Recovery Journey with Nature’s Healing Power in PA! Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — As the Labor Day holiday approaches, Pennsylvania’s Departments of Transportation (PennDOT) and Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) recently joined forces with the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) and …
Drive Safe, Save Lives: Pennsylvania’s Plea for a Joyful and Tragedy-Free Labor Day Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a significant move to address maternal health disparities, Pennsylvania’s key health departments have initiated the development of a comprehensive maternal health strategic plan. Spearheaded by the Departments …
Pennsylvania Unveils Strategic Plan to Reduce Maternal Mortality and Improve Health Equity Read More
JOHNSTOWN, PA — On Wednesday, Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) Secretary Dr. Latika Davis-Jones joined local leaders and experts in Johnstown for a roundtable discussion on the opioid …
Pennsylvania Officials Address Opioid Crisis in Johnstown Read More
POTTSVILLE, PA — On Friday, the Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) and Gaudenzia, Inc. unveiled the state’s first mobile licensed narcotic treatment program, “Driving Recovery for PA.” …
Pennsylvania Launches First Mobile Narcotic Treatment Program Read More HARRISBURG, PA — On Friday, the Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) announced it is now accepting applications from entities to manage and oversee Pennsylvania’s Drug and Alcohol Call …
Pennsylvania Seeks Managers for $7 Million Drug and Alcohol Helpline Grant Read More