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 […]
2016 – 2017 Gambling Awareness Prevention Partnership (G.A.P.P.) Infusion Grants Now Available! For over 30 years, the Nevada Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) has worked with community stakeholders to provide programs and services that prevent or reduce the impact of problem gambling in Nevada. The 2016-2017 G.A.P.P. Infusion Grant Program provides financial and expert resources […]
The 10th Annual “Walk in Memory – Walk for Hope” community suicide prevention awareness walk will be taking place on Saturday, September 10, 2016, in fourteen different communities across the State of Nevada. The Nevada Council on Problem Gambling encourages everyone to come out to support this important community awareness event. As many as 1 […]
The goal of this nationwide grassroots campaign is to educate the public and healthcare professionals about the warning signs of problem gambling and to promote help and hope through available treatment and support resources. This month also celebrates the many people in our communities who share their experience, strength and hope to help others experience […]
UPDATE 4/20/16: We have reached capacity for this event and registration is now closed. We’re celebrating 10 years of hosting this unique education and networking event and YOU’RE INVITED!! Thanks to the support of a grant from the State of Nevada Dept. of Health and Human Services, our Nevada colleagues can once again attend the […]
5552 S. Fort Apache Road, Ste 100
Las Vegas, NV 89148
Phone (702) 369-9740
Email:
info@nevadacouncil.org
24-Hour Problem Gamblers Helpline:
1-800-522-4700
