On this episode, we are joined by one of our very own PGRC Clinical Network Clinicians - JR Lombardo. We wanted to review what the process is like for someone seeking to get connected to care, how some of those discussions go, and some of the resources we have available.

Welcome to our fifth episode of The Hidden Addiction Podcast. Today the Mid-Hudson Problem Gambling Resource Center staff shares their stories of how they journeyed into working with the New York Council on Problem Gambling. Listen to our fun and heart-felt stories as to why we feel this addiction is important and why we continue to work hard to bring forth the message of connecting people to care.

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In this episode, we called in two important guests, Ashely Owen Team Leader for Staten Island and Craig Johnson a clinician in our Finger Lakes region. Listen as our guest share their knowledge about working with the LGBTQIA+ community and how gambling addiction has affected the community.

If you or someone you know struggles with a gambling addiction or is affected by it please reach out to us. Call or text us at 914-215-6440 for help.

If you ever wanted to learn the ins and outs of Gamblers Anonymous (GA), this is your chance. Our special guest, Joe B is a facilitator of GA in New York, he will discuss the history of GA and how it has supported those struggling with problem gambling to get help and stay in recovery. He also describes what a typical meeting is like, its connections with Gam-Anon (support for loved ones affected by the gambling addiction), how we, as a community of support programs, need to come together to continue holding up problem gamblers and their families, and lastly, he talks in-depth about the upcoming Open meeting on June 13th @ 6 pm.

Link to the meeting: https://events.newyorkga.com/

If you or anyone is interested in more information about GA please contact the National Hotline at 1-855-222-5542

You can also call us at the Mid-Hudson Problem Gambling Resource Center information or help at 914-215-6440

In episode two we discuss the legalization of online sports betting within New York State with Jim Maney, the Executive Director of the New York Council on Problem Gambling. We talk about how this affects New York State residents and those struggling with gambling addiction.

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If you or a loved one is struggling with gambling addiction please give us a call at 914-215-6440 to be connected to services.

In episode one, we describe who we are as the Mid-Hudson Problem Gambling Resource Center. We define gambling and problem gambling, we discuss the warning signs and how it impacts the individual, their loved ones, and society. Lastly, we provide resources on how to receive help.