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CHOR Youth and Family Services - Berks Campus

Erie, PA

SAMHSA Verified IOP Dual Dx

IOP · Dual Dx center · in Erie, PA · Accepts Medicaid · Private · Serves adolescents.

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About CHOR Youth and Family Services - Berks Campus

The Children’s Home of Reading (CHOR) Berks Campus offers mental and behavioral health services for children and teens ages 5 to 18. Located near the scenic Reading Pagoda and accessible by public transportation, it serves youth with anxiety, depression, mood issues, self-harm, and school or family difficulties. Services range from outpatient therapy to intensive day treatment.
They follow a trauma-informed approach, creating personalized treatment plans for each child. Therapies include individual and group counseling, psychiatric evaluations, and medication management. These methods help youth manage emotions, improve coping skills, and build stronger relationships while continuing to live at home and attend school.
The acute partial hospitalization program (APHP) provides six hours of structured care each weekday, helping youth avoid or step down from inpatient stays. CHOR Day Academy supports students with IEPs through tailored academics and therapy. Strong school partnerships and flexible levels of care make transitions smoother for students and families.

Private non-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: April 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Quick Facts

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA.

Level of care
IOP · Dual Dx
Service settings
Outpatient, Intensive outpatient treatment, Regular outpatient treatment
Therapy approaches
Anger management, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling, 12-step facilitation
Age groups
Children/Adolescents
Facility operation
Private non-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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Medicaid
Medicare
Private insurance
TRICARE / VA
Self-pay / Cash
Sliding scale

Full list from SAMHSA: Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment; State-financed health insurance plan other than Medicaid

Contact & Location

Address

5100 Peach Street, Erie, PA 16509

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Facility direct line

(610) 478-8266

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does CHOR Youth and Family Services - Berks Campus accept Medicaid?
Yes. According to SAMHSA data, CHOR Youth and Family Services - Berks Campus accepts Medicaid. Coverage specifics (copays, prior authorization) depend on the specific PA Medicaid plan. Call (610) 478-8266 to verify your benefits.
What level of care does CHOR Youth and Family Services - Berks Campus offer?
This facility offers: IOP, Dual Dx. Service settings include: Outpatient, Intensive outpatient treatment, Regular outpatient treatment. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does CHOR Youth and Family Services - Berks Campus have specialized programs?
SAMHSA data does not list specialized populations. The facility may still offer specialty tracks — confirm directly.
What therapy methods does CHOR Youth and Family Services - Berks Campus use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Anger management, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Motivational interviewing, Relapse prevention, Substance use disorder counseling, Trauma-related counseling, 12-step facilitation.
How do I start treatment at CHOR Youth and Family Services - Berks Campus?
Call the facility directly at (610) 478-8266 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: April 2026. Editorial policy.

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