Training Calendar
We believe it’s crucial to advance diverse perspectives on problem gambling. Here, you’ll find events hosted by leaders, researchers, clinicians and advocates from a wide range of communities and backgrounds. Many of our trainings also offer gambling-specific CEs!
Free Webinar
Presenter: Sheila Moran, MSW, LSW, ICGC
The Problem Gambling Help Network of West Virginia/First Choice Services
At least 1 in 50 West Virginians experiences problem gambling, yet it is rarely screened for in medical and mental health settings. Even though those who struggle with gambling addiction have one of the highest rates of suicide, most professionals fail to recognize this disorder. We will discuss the many forms of gambling available in West Virginia, including why some are more addictive, the symptoms of gambling disorder, risk factors, and treatment options.
1 CEU Hour Available
PGNO is coordinating casino and racino property tours as part of Problem Gambling Awareness Month. Property tours are an opportunity for professionals in treatment and prevention to see the consumer protections implemented and build relationships with compliance staff at your local property.
Property tours will include a tour of the property, a discussion regarding consumer protections and compliance, an overview of the Voluntary Exclusion Program, Time Out Ohio, and an opportunity to connect with the compliance officers, gaming agents, and commission staff.
There is no cost to participate; however, registration is required and space is limited. You are invited to visit multiple locations as practices and regulations vary at each property. Visit SurveyMonkey.com/r/PGAM5 to register.
Please note: these tours are for educational purposes and will include various aspects of the gaming floor. Please use discretion in attending as parts of this tour could serve as a trigger for those in recovery.
- Hollywood Columbus: March 13, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
- Scioto Downs: March 13 from 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
- Hollywood Toledo: March 14 from 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
- Hard Rock Cincinnati: March 20 from 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
- Belterra Park: March 20 from 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
- JACK Thistledown: March 21 from 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
- JACK Cleveland: March 21 from 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
- Hollywood Dayton: March 22 from 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
- Miami Valley Gaming: March 22 from 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
- Hollywood Mahoning Valley: March 27 from 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Dan Trolaro will explore the growth of gambling, specifically sports betting and risk of progression toward developing a gambling problem. We will discuss what makes college students vulnerable, discuss brain development, highlight similarities and differences with substance use disorder, identify warning signs, and make note of resources available while sharing his lived experience with gambling addiction.
To register email Barbara Kalpin at bkalpin@ucfs.org.
Participants will be able to receive swag (Stress Balls/ Color Changing Tumblers) for completing BBGS Gambling Disorder Screening.
Join Midwest Asian Health Association at the Chinatown Chicago Public Library (2100 S Wentworth Ave, Chicago, IL 60616) between 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm CST to learn more about gambling, participate in our screening survey, and get some free stuff like tote bag, stress ball, and more.
Join us on Twitter @EvergreenCPG every Tuesday in March to celebrate Problem Gambling Awareness Month and discuss how we can promote gambling disorder awareness and advocacy with #PGAMChat and #PGAM2023!
March 7, 2023 | 12-1:30 p.m. PT (1 MT/2 CT/3 ET)
Military/Veterans and Gambling
March 14, 2023 | 12-1:30 p.m. PT (1 MT/2 CT/3 ET)
The Importance of Screening & Referral Sites
March 21, 2023 | 12-1:30 p.m. PT (1 MT/2 CT/3 ET)
Gaming and Gaming-related Harms
March 28, 2023 | 12-1:30 p.m. PT (1 MT/2 CT/3 ET)
Uniting Families Through Recovery
The WCPG’s 24th Annual Statewide Conference has been scheduled for March 16th – 17th, 2023! (pre-conference March 15th) It will be held at The Osthoff Resort.
“Celebrating 30 Years through Awareness, Education, and Prevention”
This year, we are offering our education night as a DINNER at THREE LOCATIONS! Come learn about Traditional Native games, Gambling and Gaming, and Problem Gambling treatment and recovery! Don’t forget to grab your gift before leaving the event.
Members of the Texas Coalition on Problem Gambling Board will visit legislators and their staff by appointment to increase their awareness of problem gambling in Texas and ways to improve the availability of prevention, treatment & recovery services.
Free Webinar
Presenter: Sheila Moran, MSW, LSW, ICGA
The Problem Gambling Help Network of West Virginia/First Choice Services
When you think of problem gambling, do you imagine a smoke-filled room with cash and chips in the center of a table? Or someone pulling on a one-armed bandit? Things have changed! In the last decade, gambling has moved into the digital age. That means more people are just a click away from making risky and life-altering decisions, and the lines between recreational activity, financial investment, and gambling are blurred. Learn how mobile sports betting, online casinos, day trading, crypto, and video games are hooking a new generation who often don’t view their activity as gambling.
1 CEU hour available