PRO-ACT is a Recovery Community Organization, and a program of The Council of Southeast PA

 

Public Information
Community education is a critical to reducing stigma and helping the community understand the disease of Substance Use Disorder.

• Information Support Line 800-221-6333

• Monthly e-newsletter

• Public Awareness Campaign

 

Peer Education, Recovery Support Services
Peer education and support is key in helping families and individuals gain the knowledge and skills to understand the illness and sustain long-term recovery.

• Mentoring and Certified Recovery Specialist Programs in Bucks, Chester, Montgomery and Philadelphia Counties

• Recovery Community Centers in Bucks, Montgomery and Philadelphia Counties, funded in part by BCDAC, Montgomery County, and DBHIDS, respectively

• Warm Hand Off provider with BCARES in Bucks County, and ROSE in Philadelphia

• Peer Leadership Academy--building leaders within the community.

• Philadelphia Recovery Training Center

 

Regional Recovery Hubs

In 2023, The Council's PRO-ACT program was selected by Pennsylvania's Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs as the Regional Recovery Hub for Region 1 - Philadelphia, and Region 4 - Berks, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Lancaster, Montgomery and Schuylkill Counties.

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Advocacy
Advocacy is our strongest tool to effect change. PRO-ACT provides a voice for the recovery community at the local, state and federal level. Some of our advocacy efforts include:

• Advocacy Leadership Program.

• Recovery Voices Count--PRO-ACT coordinates a state-wide effort to educate legislators and voters about issues important to the Recovery Community.