1-800-GAMBLER Concerned about Children of Gamblers

A recent rash of reports of kids being left alone in cars while their parents gamble led us to issue this press release:  Kids left in cars.pdf.  We urge all parents who gamble to do so responsibly!

"I never knew the difference one call could make"

We take hundreds of calls on our helpline every year, but we always remember that each call represents someone with a special story who is depending on us to help. We get to know our callers and maintain contact with many of them. Recently one of our helpline counselors, Jennifer, was talking with a man who first called us two years ago.  He asked if he could send us his thoughts in writing and gave us permission to publish them. We have removed his name for confidentiality.  Although this caller is the one who did all the real work of recovery, we are grateful for his kind words about our program.

Intense Out-Patient Therapy Now Available

The Problem Gamblers Help Network of West Virginia is offering a special program for those who have tried unsuccessfully to stop gambling.  This is a structured treatment program that involves group, individual, and family therapy.   Intense out-patient therapy is being offered for a limited time in different locations throughout the state.   For more information e-mail Kathleen@1800Gambler.net or call    1-800-GAMBLER .  

NEED HELP?

If you think you have may have a gambling problem, you are not alone. Help is now available. A good place to start is the Problem Gamblers Help Network of West Virginia. It is strictly confidential, and the professional counselors can give you the help and support you need to break free of a gambling addiction. You can call   1-800-Gambler    right now for free help.