Pennsylvania Official Tours Lebanon Treatment Center
State drug and alcohol secretary visits a Lebanon County center as the administration highlights rural substance abuse treatment investments.
Updated on Nov. 11, 2026 in Substance Abuse
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Pennsylvania Secretary of Drug and Alcohol Programs Dr. Latika Davis-Jones toured the Lebanon Comprehensive Treatment Center on Tuesday, November 10, 2026. The Shapiro administration highlighted state investments to expand substance abuse treatment in rural areas.
Why it matters
The center is treating about 400 people, and expanding access in rural counties addresses gaps where treatment options may be limited. The visit underscores state support for outpatient care as a component of broader addiction treatment across Pennsylvania.
The Lebanon Comprehensive Treatment Center is currently treating about 400 people, according to the center. The report does not say how many of those patients are receiving state-funded treatment or how the census has changed over time.
The players
Dr. Latika Davis-Jones
Dr. Latika Davis-Jones serves as Pennsylvania's Secretary of Drug and Alcohol Programs, overseeing state efforts to prevent and treat substance use disorders.
Lebanon Comprehensive Treatment Center
The Lebanon Comprehensive Treatment Center is an outpatient substance abuse treatment provider in Lebanon County, offering counseling and medication-based treatment for opioid misuse.
Shapiro administration
The Shapiro administration is the executive branch of Pennsylvania's state government led by Governor Josh Shapiro, which has prioritized funding for addiction treatment.
The details
The center provides counseling, medications to treat opioid misuse, and other outpatient services. The state has helped fund treatment for some qualified patients, and counselors say keeping up with shifting drug trends remains a challenge in treatment.
Timeline
Tuesday, November 10, 2026: Secretary Davis-Jones toured the Lebanon Comprehensive Treatment Center.
Health Landscape
The visit extends Pennsylvania's state-funded opioid treatment support, which has directed resources to outpatient programs and medication-based care. Its focus on rural access reflects a broader shift toward reaching communities where treatment capacity has been thinner.
Residents seeking outpatient opioid treatment in rural Pennsylvania may find counseling and medication-based services available locally, though the source does not state eligibility rules or wait times. Anyone considering treatment can ask providers directly about state funding assistance for qualified patients.
The takeaway
Access to outpatient addiction treatment often depends on local availability, so people seeking care should contact nearby providers and ask about available counseling, medication options, and state-funded assistance. Early outreach can help connect individuals with services before a crisis.
Further reading
For related coverage, see more Substance Abuse reporting from across Pennsylvania.
Source note: This article includes information reported by ABC27.
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