We’ve helped thousands of West Virginians overcome gambling addiction since our program began in 2000. We’ve provided crisis counseling, treatment, and resources to people experiencing gambling problems and offered support and guidance to their families. All our services are free, and our helpline coordinators are available 24/7.
Additionally, we have extensive outreach and prevention efforts. This includes media campaigns, literature distribution, educational workshops, and sponsorship of prevention activities across the state.
We are an accredited provider of continuing education units and offer mental health and social service professionals a range of training, from short introductory courses to extensive courses that allow them to become part of our treatment network.
WHAT IS A GAMBLING PROBLEM?
Gambling takes many forms, but it’s always about taking chances. There’s typically money or other possessions on the line, and whether it’s the lottery, slots, or cards – winning or losing is always random.
Problem gambling – or gambling addiction – involves the compulsion to take chances that are capable of damaging personal, family, or vocational pursuits. Unfortunately, the loved ones of the gambler are often affected as much as the gambler. It’s estimated that between 4 and 6 million Americans can be considered as having a gambling problem. For each of these, there is a family who is also suffering.