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The Massachusetts Council on Compulsive Gambling is a private, non-profit organization committed to providing leadership to reduce the social, financial and emotional costs of problem gambling and to providing resources including information and education, advocacy and referral services for problem

Description: Brochure that highlights the history, services, and support available through the Massachusetts Council.

email Haner Prior to his new appointment, Haner was a Consultant for the Council. His work included tailoring the Council’s curriculum for people who provide addictions education and services to Latino-based communities and developing a Spanish-language problem gambling media campaign. He also

5-Question Screening Tool and Wallet Cards Available

The Council participates in community events to raise awareness about problem gambling and available services and resources. Please visit our calendar of events for more information.

Governor Patrick cut in half the appropriation for compulsive gambling services, from $1 million to $500,000. YOUR IMMEDIATE ACTION IS CRUCIAL. Governor Patrick needs to know that this cut was disproportionately harsh and poorly timed. Problem gambling services are needed in the Commonwealth.

email Diane Diane began working with the Council in 1998, when she was a Program Coordinator, and the contract manager for Problem Gambling Services at the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Bureau of Substance Abuse Services. After leaving the position, Diane became a Council Board mem

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH / BUREAU OF SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERVICES (DPH/BSAS) OUTPATIENT COUNSELING CENTERSThe Massachusetts DPH/BSAS provides problem gambling treatment services. There are 6 centers located throughout Massachusetts. Appointments to see a gambling treatment counselor can be made durin

Description: 2007 OPGAW Resource Guide (PDF) A 3-ring binder with comprehensive information on Problem Gambling in Oregon. Topics included are: Facts & Figures, Vulnerable Populations, Poker & Youth, Media, services, materials, Spanish, Community Action Plan, Working with Schools, presentations, s

The goal of Problem Gambling Awareness Week is to increase public awareness about the disorder, and to promote the availability of problem gambling treatment services for people in the Commonwealth who are experiencing problems with their own or a loved one’s gambling.

Gambling is widely accepted in the Asian American community. Regional surveys indicate that Asian Americans have a higher rate of problem gambling as compared to the general population (Woo 2003, Petry 2003).   Recent immigrants are at especially high risk for gambling addiction. Facing lang

Massachusetts Council on Compulsive Gambling The Mass. Council was founded in 1983 by the late Thomas N. Cummings. The Massachusetts Council on Compulsive Gambling is a private, non-profit health agency dedicated to reducing the social, financial and emotional costs of problem gambling. 

The Recovery Coach Academy (RCA) is a five-day training opportunity designed for anyone interested in serving as a Recovery Coach. The Academy offers a comprehensive overview of the purpose and roles of Recovery Coaching, while providing participants the tools and resources necessary to provide rec

The Council is offering families of problem gamblers the opportunity to meet one on one, in person or over the phone, for a confidential two-hour session with a Certified Financial Planner.

We Understand the Problem. We Can Help 1-800-426-1234 The Massachusetts Council on Compulsive Gambling’s Helpline offers information and support for people concerned about their own gambling or a loved one’s gambling.   Started in 1987, the Council Helpline provides live confidential cal

Campaign Will Highlight Massachusetts Council on Compulsive Gambling's Services

Description: 10-Page (8.5”x8.5”) professional awareness booklet is part of NY’s Gambling Public Awareness materials.

Description: 3-brochures on Adolescent, College, and Seniors are part of NY’s Gambling Public Awareness materials.

Presentations available for download

email Joan Joan recently joined the Mass Council staff as a Helpline Specialist, bringing with her several years of experience working on a state-wide legal services helpline in New Hampshire. For 25 years, Joan worked with individuals and families as both a social worker, and as a lawyer in me

One of the Mass. Council's goals is to integrate problem gambling education and outreach services at all Department of Public Health / Bureau of Substance Abuse Services (DPH/BSAS) contracted substance abuse treatment agencies. The Council works to train staff persons at each agency to identify

The Massachusetts Council on Compulsive Gambling is celebrating its 25th Anniversary with a Breakfast Gala & Awards Celebration to be held on Monday September 22, 2008 at the Boston Harbor Hotel in Boston, Massachusetts from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.

Evidence has shown that bringing in a new casio will increase the cases of problem gambling. The Council challenges the Commonwealth to invest as fully in minimizing the harm that will occur as it does in maximizing the benefits.

This site provides information and resources for anyone interested in learning more about problem gambling and its impact on individuals, families and communities.

The Mass. Council advocates for gambling services to help problem gamblers, their families and the greater community, and for responsible public policy guidelines for responsible state supported gambling.   The Council has successfully: Secured legislation since 1987 tha

FACT SHEET: ROMNEY’S PROPOSED FY2005 BUDGET – PENNY WISE OR POUND FOOLISH? “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” PROBLEM GAMBLING FUNDING In Governor Romney‘s proposed 2005 fiscal year budget, he has removed funding for problem gambling services. The line item is listed as “prog

The Massachusetts Council on Compulsive Gambling is celebrating its 25th Anniversary with a Breakfast Gala & Awards Celebration to be held on Monday September 22, 2008 at the Boston Harbor Hotel in Boston, Massachusetts from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.

The following links may be helpful to people interested in learning more about problem gambling: Problem Gambling Related Web Site Information National Council on Problem Gambling Problem Gambling.com National Coalition Against Legalized Gambling Institute for Problem Gambling Responsible Gambling C

The Mass. Council on Compulsive Gambling was founded in 1983 by Thomas N. Cummings and a small group of others affected by gambling problems who identified a need for statewide problem-gambling services. Tom served as Executive Director until January of 1998. Due to Tom's leadership, vision, an

The Lottery’s advertising agency, Hill, Holliday, Connors, Cosmopulous, Inc., has developed ads which focus on the costs and potential loss of both material possessions and family relationships due to problematic gambling.

Are you interested in learning more about compulsive gambling? Do you provide education or problem gambling treatment services? The Massachusetts Council on Compulsive Gambling provides training and education as well as information and research resources to help educators and treatment professionals

The Massachusetts Council on Compulsive Gambling is a private, non-profit health agency dedicated to reducing the social, financial and emotional costs of problem gambling. For more information, click on Mass. Council Quick Facts . Founded in 1983 by Thomas N. Cummings , the Council has be

The Brief Addiction Science Information Source (BASIS)   In anticipation of the 10th anniversary of the Worldwide Addiction Gambling Education Report ( The WAGER ), the Harvard Medical School, Division on Addictions at the Cambridge Health Alliance began a development project

Are You Experiencing a Problem With Your Gambling? Many people consider gambling a harmless recreational activity. And, for many people, it is. However, for some individuals gambling leads to serious problems, with social, financial and emotional costs that affect their lives and the lives

Forum held to announce the Massachusetts Partnership for Responsible Gambling's recommendations for responsible public policy

One-day training -- UMass Medical Center, Worcester -- 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Your gift makes a difference! Every time you make a gift to support the Massachusetts Council on Compulsive Gambling you are helping to support its mission of providing leadership in reducing the social, financial and emotional costs of problem gambling in the Commonwealth. You can make a donation o

Massachusetts Congressman Meehan Leads the Effort

Through the Years: Highlighting the Massachusetts Council on Compulsive Gambling’s key achievements! 1987 Secured legislation to provide funding from state gambling revenue to address problem gambling Established Helpline for callers seeking help with gambling problems 1989 Secured legisla

Groundbreaking Alliance of Industry Leaders and Problem Gambling Experts to Host First Forum September 21st

OUTREACH TO HIGH-RISK POPULATIONS The Mass. Council is particularly concerned about the impact that gambling has on under-served communities and high-risk populations, and develops individualized strategies and educational materials and explores communications vehicles to address the needs o

Massachusetts Council on Compulsive Gambling’s Online Privacy Policy (adapted from the BBB.org’s online privacy policy) The Mass. Council's Commitment to Online Security Physical, electronic and managerial procedures have been employed to safeguard the security and integrity of personal informat

Implications for Athletes, Coaches and Student Services Personnel

BOSTON – The Massachusetts Council on Compulsive Gambling and The Massachusetts Partnership for Responsible Gambling hosted a listening session on Monday, September 21, 2009 to discuss with gambling industry representatives, legislators and their staff the importance of responsible gambling program