Making a New Year's Resolution to stop gambling?

We can help!

We often get calls from people who tell us they made a resolution or a promise to themelves or their family members to stop gambling. However, much like those resolutions to lose weight, this can prove to be a challenge.   Often people are able to go a few days or weeks without gambling,  but they have a small "slip", thinking maybe they can begin gambling again, only less this time.   This often leads them back into the cycle of problem gambling. Soon they have lost more money than they planned, and they keep gambling, hoping to win some of the money back. 

It doesn't have to be like this!  We have specially trained counselors all over West Virginia who can help you break the cycle.   Call us today to get a free appointment with someone in your area.

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1-800-GAMBLER Releases Data Describing Gambling Addicts in West Virginia

The Problem Gamblers Help Network of West Virginia has released a report detailing what a "typical" problem gambler in the state looks like. Unlike in most states, those calling for help in WV tend to be female. They most commonly work in occupations of health care, social work, and in the gaming industry. Most play slot machines, and most are in debt due to their gambling. Finanical problems include spending all income, being late on bills, writing bad checks, and running up credit card debt. Click here to see the full report.

Visit this link to hear Steve Burton, Director of the Problem Gamblers Help Network of West Virginia explain the recent helpline statistics

http://www.wvpubcast.org/newsarticle.aspx?id=11829

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.