Problem Gambling Town Hall Meeting – Butler, PA March 15, 2013
Butler, PA continues to blaze new trails in Problem Gambling Education in Western Pennsylvania.
Friday, March 15 2013 12:30-3:30
Monarch Place, Red Chimney Hall
100 Brugh Avenue Butler, PA 16001
This Town Hall Meeting is open to the public. Clergy, Social Workers, Counselors, Attorneys, Financial Advisors and Family Support Services will find this information especially valuable, as Pennsylvanians struggle with a rise in gambling addiction.
Pennsylvania has the second highest gambling revenue in the Nation; second only to Nevada. While many people can gamble recreationally, those impacted by Problem Gambling face severe consequence. Compulsive Gambling is a serious public health issue.
Topics covered will include an overview of Butler County’s Problem Gambling Initiative, Assessment of Local and National data on compulsive gambling, an Educational Program on the Signs and Symptoms of Gambling Addiction and access to Available Resources for those impacted by problem gambling.
Lanie’s Hope Founder Bea Aikens will conclude the presentation with a personal story of Recovery and her mission to Advocate for Social Change in Problem Gambling.
Pennsylvania Gambling Continues to Grow
Pennsylvania touts the opening of their 11th Casino at Valley Forge. How curious that this particular casino has guidelines for “access” including required consumption of goods and services at local attractions and/or a “membership card” to gain access. I’ll be interested to see how long the membership requirements are maintained as Pennsylvania establishments scramble for their share of consumer dollars. philly.com/philly/business/139335888.html
It is reported that Pennsylvania has more slot machines than any state east of Nevada Read more →