See our Spring 2008 Newsletter
Our latest newsletter features picures from our advanced training, charts from our annual report, and pictures of our new billboards that were designed by
WV students. Click on link below to read it!
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Weekend reTREAT for Problem
Gamblers Announced
The Problem Gamblers Help Network of West Virginia is pleased to announce that we are once again hosting a special weekend event for problem gamblers and their loved ones. This event will be held June 6, 7, and 8, 2008 at the Cedar Lakes Campground in Ripley, WV. The event is free, but space is very limited, so please call us right away if you are interested in attending. See the link below for more information.
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West Virginia Leads Nation in Efforts
to Commemorate National Problem
Gambling Awareness Week
National Problem Gambling Awareness Week, held this year March 9-16, is always an opportunity to bring attention to those affected by problem gambling and highlight the help that is available. West Virginia is always a leader in efforts to publicize awareness of problem gambling during this week. This year, over 50 events were held statewide by the Problem Gamblers Help Network of West Virginia staff and counselors as well as many local businesses. Several state newspapers published articles on problem gambling, and hundreds of posters and brochures were distributed and displayed statewide. Commissioners for Kanawha County, which has accounted for almost 1/6 of all 1-800-GAMBLER calls, issued an official proclamation recognizing the week. Many network counselors gave speeches to local civic and professional groups or college classes. For a full list of WV NPGAW activities, go to www.npgaw.org/.
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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.