In three years I managed to lie, steal, lose my husband of 45 years, and go through $300,000 on gambling. Limited Video Lottery machines became the most important thing in my life. Problem Gamblers Help-line probably has no idea how important they are to me. Through them I’ve begun to understand that I am not now, nor will I ever again, be alone in my battle.”
Ann Klinestiver, Doctor’s Wife, Retired Teacher, Recovering Compulsive Gambler
Milton, WV
The Problem Gamblers Help Network of West Virginia is invaluable. They provide a shoulder to cry on but more importantly advice on help. If you let them, they will set up a counselor for one-on-one therapy, send a packet of information and advise you on the location of group support meetings.
Sandy Yakim, Elementary School Teacher, Recovering Compulsive Gambler from Limited Video Lottery Addiction
Morgantown, WV
“For four years I went to the track every day and gambled an average of $300. I would beg, borrow, con and steal to get money. Before this program, I called another line for help and none was there. I was suicidal and ended up I a psychiatric hospital where no one knew how to treat my disorder except hide the playing cards from me. Thank goodness now, since 2000, there is real help, real treatment, for gamblers who want it.”
Kim Murphy, Director of Housing & Community Services, Recovering Compulsive Gambler who lost $500,000 in Limited Video Lottery Machines
Nitro, WV
They listened and they let me cry and they let me tell my story and they offered me help right away.
Pam C., Recovering Compulsive Gambler, former Credit Union Vice-President who embezzled $37,000 to keep playing Limited Video Lottery Machines
St. Albans, WV
I don’t know that the help-line staff understands how important they are. They are our lifeline.
Jane Skavinsky, Recovering Compulsive Gambler, Paralegal; who embezzled $250,000 from her firm to keep playing BINGO Morgantown, WV
Six months ago I was on the verge of suicide and didn’t think things could be any worse. I can’t believe how much better things are now and it’s amazing. I owe a great deal to the counselor provided to me by the Problem Gamblers Help Network.
Greg Long, Unemployed, Former Bar Owner Who Played Limited Video Lottery
Martinsburg, WV
This is a tough addiction to beat but the Problem Gamblers Help Network has supported me through several relapses and at last, I am gambling-free for over a year now.
David Turner, Entrepreneur, Father of Three and Compulsive Gambler in Recovery
Dellslow, WV
I was dedicated to making sure that my children and I got the emotional help we needed.
Amy G., Nurse, Mother of Two, Widow of compulsive gambler who committed suicide
Morgantown, WV
Click to read "Voices of Recovery," a special project of Problem Gambling Awareness Week.
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