Empty Nest and Problem Gambling Posted On

As the summer comes to a close, youth may be leaving the home.  For many parents this is a time their youth are going off to college, moving to start a new job, or getting their own place to start a family.  Whatever the reason, some parents may struggle with empty nest syndrome, which can… Read more »

College and Problem Gambling Posted On

The summer is coming to an end and students are moving on to their next level of education, which may be college.  Going off to college is an amazing time of growth, learning and self-exploration.  Learning about all the world may have to offer shows many youths how limitless life can be.  With this feeling… Read more »

Problem Gambling- Helping A Neighbor Posted On

  It’s mid-summer and hopefully everyone is enjoying time together.  With an endless supply of festivals, fairs, block parties, pool parties and nights by a fire, we spend so much time with our loved ones and our neighbors.  It’s these relationships that can save an individual and their loved ones from the struggles of problem… Read more »

Is Your Loved One In Recovery From Problem Gambling? Posted On

Congrats!  A loved one choosing to enter into recovery from problem gambling has taken their first step to change their life.  During this time, your loved one may experience many positive emotions as they find trust in their support, hope for their future and enthusiasm for the journey.  All these feelings can create a sense… Read more »

Support Healthy Choices in Youth Posted On

With summer on the horizon, youth will soon be out of school.  Without proper action, youth may choose to fill their time engaging in risky activities like gambling during their time off.  Let’s support youth and encourage healthy decision making by avoiding underage gambling.  Youths’ Development Youth, which includes school age and college aged youth, are… Read more »

Why Gambling Can Cause Problems for Older Americans Posted On

May is Older Americans Month.  This is an important time to think about the struggles that our older population goes through.  Older Americans and Gambling In recent years, it has become more and more accepted that our older Americans, or seniors, are gambling.  They’re gambling in record numbers on gambling trips to casinos, weekly visits… Read more »