Douglas W. Pollock Center for Addiction Outreach and Research

04/13/2026

REGISTRATION IS OPEN! We have an incredible lineup of speakers this year and it's free to attend. Please sign up to join us for this great two day event at bit.ly/Registration_DCAC26

Registration is open for the 2026 Dauphin County Addictions Conference! This event will be held on May 18-19 at Penn State Harrisburg and feature a variety of presentations, including guest speaker Sam Quinones! Scan the QR code on the attached flyer or use the following link to register: bit.ly/Registration_DCAC26. We hope to see you there!

03/23/2026

It’s that time of year again! We are working with Dauphin County Drug & Alcohol Services to host the annual Dauphin County Addictions Conference on May 18th and 19th at Penn State Harrisburg. Registration details to follow 🙂

The Dauphin County Addictions Conference is back! Mark it on your calendar: May 18-19 at Penn State Harrisburg! More details regarding registration coming soon...

01/09/2026

When someone we love is affected by drug or alcohol use—or a substance use disorder—it can be hard to know where to start.

That’s why the Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs created and launched the Family Learning Series, now available as a free set of short videos to help family members, loved ones, and friends find their footing and move forward. The series covers what to expect, how to set healthy boundaries, how to support children, and where to find help across Pennsylvania.

Learn what to expect, explore treatment and support options, and find ways to be present and supportive throughout the recovery process by clicking the link in the comments.

Family Learning Series

09/10/2025

If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts, contact 988 or Dauphin County Crisis 24/7 to speak with a counselor. Connections behavior health crisis walk-in center located at 1100 S. Cameron St. is also staffed 24/7 and available to help.

09/10/2025

Today is World Su***de Prevention Day and September is Su***de Prevention Month. Please take a moment with us to remember the many lives that have been lost to su***de.

Even the smallest gesture of support, understanding, and empathy can change someone's outlook on life. No one should ever feel like they have to face their mental health struggles alone.

If you or someone you know is in emotional distress or experiencing suicidal thoughts, help is available 24/7. Dial 988 to connect with the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline and speak with trained counselors who are ready to listen and provide support.

Penn State students: You also have access to Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) right on campus. CAPS provides confidential counseling, crisis intervention, and mental health support. Learn more and connect here: https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/counseling

Let this serve as a reminder to always be kind. Hope and healing are always possible 💜

09/05/2025

🌟 Mark your calendars! 🌟

Join us for Recovery Day 2025 on Saturday, September 13 at 6pm with the Harrisburg Senators ⚾️. This special event, presented by Dauphin County Drug & Alcohol Services and HERO in the Fight, will bring together many organizations from across Central PA who are committed to supporting recovery, raising awareness, and celebrating hope.

✨ Baseball Glove Rally Towel Giveaway
✨ Pre-Game Moment of Solidarity
✨ Post-Game Fireworks

🎟️ Reserve your tickets here: https://www.gofevo.com/event/recoveryday2025

We’re proud to stand alongside community partners in creating a night of unity, awareness, and celebration. 💙

09/04/2025

Happy Recovery Month! 💜

September marks the beginning of National Recovery Month! Join us and other local organizations as we celebrate the Dauphin County recovery community!

08/12/2025

🚨 First Responders & EMS Providers – Don’t Miss This! 🚨

Public Health Emergency Health Services Federation is hosting C.O.R.E. (Compassionate Overdose Response Education) on August 29, 2025 in York, PA. This training focuses on tackling substance use disorder stigma, building recovery pathways, and preventing provider burnout.

💡 Topics include:
• Addiction 101
• Anti-Stigma in EMS
• Compassion Fatigue

✅ Led by behavioral health experts, recovery specialists, and EMS providers
✅ Earn 4.5 Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
✅ Learn how to reduce stigma, manage compassion fatigue, and access resources that save lives

📍 York County Office of Emergency Management Agency
⏰ 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📅 08.29.2025

🔗 Sign up now! Scan the QR code on the flyer to secure your spot.

08/06/2025

🌟 Whether you're starting your recovery journey or working to support those who are, this event is for you.

Join us on October 6, 2025, for a free Recovery Simulation hosted by Dauphin County HOPE and Dauphin County Drug & Alcohol Services. This hands-on experience is designed to show what early recovery looks like, the obstacles, the decisions, and the strength it takes to keep moving forward.

💬 If you're in recovery or considering it, this is a chance to feel seen and supported.
💼 If you're a provider, case manager, or advocate, this is a chance to walk in your clients’ shoes and deepen your understanding.

🕘 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Swatara Church of God
📍 4860 Lindle Rd, Harrisburg, PA 17111

🔗 Register here: https://forms.office.com/g/ft1rLDmbVK
📞 Questions? Call 717-635-2254

07/17/2025

📣 Calling all community organizations!
Penn State students are looking for ways to give back and make a difference. If your organization could use some extra hands, we’d love to help! Our students are passionate, reliable, and ready to get involved.

👉 Send us a message if you're in need of volunteers. Let’s make an impact together!

07/15/2025

Join us tomorrow on campus! 👇