American Gaming Association launches 21st Annual Responsible Gaming Education Week! Responsible Gaming Education Week is a time when gaming companies showcase their responsible gaming programs and year-round dedication to promoting responsible gaming. For AGA member companies, Responsible Gaming is not just a Priority – its a Pledge! Nevada gaming companies are significant stakeholders in our […]
Look! Up in the sky…it’s a bird…it’s a plane…it’s…..our CONFERENCE SUPERHEROES!!! The most generous sponsors, exceptional presenters, engaging attendees, and amazing staff and volunteers – these are the Superheroes of the successful 12th Annual Nevada State Conference on Problem Gambling that took place at the Suncoast Hotel on May 3-4, 2018! This two day education […]
Know When to Stop Before You Start® By Caesars Entertainment – in support of Problem Gambling Awareness Month Caesars Entertainment wants everyone who plays at its casinos to be there for the right reason – to simply have fun. For the past 25 years, Caesars has been committed to promoting responsible gaming and has provided […]
Governor Brian Sandoval has proclaimed the month of March as Problem Gambling Awareness Month in Nevada. Problem Gambling Awareness Month is a grass-roots campaign conducted by the National Council on Problem Gambling and its 35 state affiliate Councils on Problem Gambling to raise awareness of the warning signs of problem gambling and the resources for […]
Meet David Yeager: A Veteran Recovering from Problem Gambling My first introduction to gambling was in 2001 during a deployment to Korea. The stress of Army life and the geographical separation from my family left me feeling depressed and constantly on edge, but when I was sitting in front of a slot machine nothing else […]
The National Council on Problem Gambling has released its Executive Summary of the 2016 Survey of Problem Gambling Services in the United States. Although Nevada ranks 2nd in the nation for gambling revenue per adult resident, the survey shows our state ranks only 13th for per capita problem gambling service funding. The survey was led […]
Thank You to our Stupendous Sponsors! Can you tell we’re THRILLED? Who wouldn’t be? This year’s conference was the Best Ever and we just want to say THANKS to all 237 professionals who attended and to our wonderful sponsors whose support is the key to our SUCCESS! PLATINUM ($10,000) GOLD ($6,500) SILVER ($5,000) COPPER ($3,000)
As we near the end of Problem Gambling Awareness Month, let’s celebrate the benefits of recovery! Problem gambling is treatable, and people can and do recover. If you are one of the many people in Nevada (or anywhere!) who has benefited from help and support for problem gamblers and their families, TELL US YOUR STORY! […]
Las Vegas is a 24 hour town for gambling entertainment and for most people that’s just what it is – entertainment. But for some, gambling can become a serious problem that continues long after the fun is gone. Let’s Have the Conversation! Visit our Programs & Resources page for helpful tools and join us in […]
Registration is now open!! CLICK HERE! This annual statewide event brings together diverse experts and stakeholders to address the impact of this significant community health issue on the people of Nevada. Our goal is to increase awareness, enhance professional knowledge and skills, and empower our communities to help reduce the impact of problem gambling through […]
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24-Hour Problem Gamblers Helpline:
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