Problem Gambling in the Workplace Associated Costs
There are an estimated 380,000 people suffering from gambling addiction in Georgia alone. Therefore, Georgia problem gambling in the workplace may be more common than you think. Unlike substance related addictions, gambling addiction is harder to detect so those suffering can’t always be urged to seek treatment. While often a silent disease, gambling addiction can […]
Georgia LPC Ethics Workshops
GAMBLING ADDICTION: A PRIMER FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONALS Location: 2801 Buford Hwy NE, Terrace Level Training Room, Atlanta GA 30329 Date: Tuesday March 31, 2015 Time: 9:00 am – 3:30 pm Attention all Georgia Clinicians! The Georgia Council on Problem Gambling is announcing the following training: “Problem Gambling, Have the Conversation” which will take place on Tuesday, March […]
GCPG Streamlined Helpline Resource Database
If you are seeking an expert counselor. If you are seeking Gamblers Anonymous or printed materials. 800-522-4700 is the number to call for Georgia gamblers. Call it now! Through our network of Gamblers Anonymous, ongoing workforce development efforts and collaboration with call center staff, the Georgia Council on Problem Gambling approves all resources to this National […]
Media and Press
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text] Press/Media Breaking Information The GCPG receives requests to provide commentary from some of the largest media outlets in the nation. We are your credible source for problem gambling related matters. We are accustomed to speaking on a variety of topics- discovery of illegal gambling operations, violent crimes related to gambling, demographics and the profile of problem […]
GCPG Provides Gambling Treatment to ACA ObamaCare Members
We are excited to now have providers delivering services to gamblers using health insurance purchased under the Affordable Care Act / ObamaCare. Whereas plans vary, some of these consumers pay nothing out-of-pocket for their counseling sessions. This brings us one step closer to our mission “to ensure that every Georgia citizen who wants to stop gambling has streamlined access to a progressive […]
Super Bowl 2015 Gambling
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The NFL Superbowl is one of the most widely bet upon sporting events. Often Georgia gamblers seek help for a gambling problem after the game is over and this year is no different. It is not uncommon for a gambler to “chase” a $40,000 gambling debt in a single bet on the super bowl. When they lose, they feel […]
Did you know?
As the only entity in the state dedicated to advocacy for gambling addiction, The 501(c)(3) GCPG is the leading authority in Georgia and provides for the development of public awareness strategies and implementation of treatment delivery programs. Call 800-522-4700 for immediate gambling help from our trained helpline specialists.
Gamblers Anonymous Collaboration with GCPG
The GCPG is collaborating with Georgia Gamblers Anonymous to assist them with securing rooms for expansion of G.A. and Gam Anon meetings (Gam Anon meetings are for family and friends of gamblers and are usually held simultaneously with the G.A. meeting though in a different room). This ensures our call center will also have the most current listing […]
Expansion of Gamblers Anonymous Meetings in Georgia
Many people don’t know that Gamblers Anonymous members often pay facilities for meeting space. The GCPG is collaborating with Georgia Gamblers Anonymous to assist them with securing affordable or free rooms for expansion of G.A. and Gam Anon meetings (Gam Anon meetings are for family and friends of gamblers and are usually held simultaneously with […]
