Resources
Gambling Addiction Resources
If you, a friend, a family member, or someone you know is struggling with gambling addiction, resources are available.
The Council on Compulsive Gambling of Pennsylvania is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization affiliated with the National Council on Problem Gambling. Its purpose is to educate and disseminate information on compulsive gambling and to facilitate referrals.
Call: 1-800-gambler
Text: 800426
A fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from a gambling problem. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop gambling.
A 12 Step self-help fellowship of men and women who have been affected by the gambling problem of another. We believe that a change in our attitudes is of boundless helps to us as well as to our gamblers.
PBWHA utilizes the Golden Away the Golden Years Curriculum (GAGY) to conduct problem gambling workshops targeting males and females, 65 years of age and over. GAGY explores the possibility of gambling turning from entertainment to addiction, especially during the retirement years. The one-hour workshops are conducted in partnership with churches, senior centers and housing complexes throughout the Philadelphia area that agree to host the program.
JFCS prevention services are designed to mitigate risk factors and enhance protective factors related to gambling, alcohol, tobacco, drug use, violence, and suicide.
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Gambling Recovery Apps & Worksheets
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