NEWS + EVENTS
CCPG provides a variety of activities throughout Connecticut. These include: trainings, conferences, workshops and community awareness events. These activities address a wide range of topics about problem gambling for audiences such as high school and college administrators, students, E.A.P.s, corporations, clinicians, families and other community organizations.
In addition to these activities, CCPG works closely with the media to increase awareness about the issue of problem gambling within Connecticut and nationally.
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Position Open: PREVENTION EDUCATOR
Immediate opening at CCPG. Full time, 37.5 hrs. We are looking for a highly motivated team player. Addictions experience preferred. Skilled in Microsoft Office, Access & SPSS. M.A. preferred. Benefits. Email letter/resume to: Franb@ccpg.org. |
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CCPG 30th Anniversary
We are pleased to announce that 2010 marks the 30th anniversary of the Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling (CCPG). Since its inception in 1980, under the leadership of Marvin A. Steinberg, Ph.D., the Council has served problem gamblers and their families in the following ways: Helpline; advocacy for funding and services; public awareness messages; education/training/consultation, and research.
The Helpline's professional staff provides free and immediate service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Culturally relevant support and referrals are provided to problem gamblers, their families and others who are adversely affected. Helpline: 1-800-346-6238
For further information on CCPG's history and current activities, click here. |
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Save the Date: Annual Conference
Another year, another great educational opportunity. The Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling will host its annual conference again this year at The Water's Edge Resort and Spa in Westbrook on October 21, 2010. In celebrating 30 years of service to Connecticut residents, we are excited to offer a full schedule of presenters and exhibitors from across the state and across the country. A special luncheon presentation is planned that will inform as well as engage the attendees on how gambling impacts problem gamblers and their families. Watch for details, coming soon! [Download PDF] |
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Eastern CT State University: Online Course
SWK 369 Exploring Gambling Problems
SWK 369 is designed to provide students with the fundamentals for understanding gambling problems in the US. This information will encompass an overview of the public policies for the treatment and control of gambling, an examination of the epidemiology of gambling across many diverse groups, theoretical frameworks, assessment and intervention methods, and an understanding of the available research. The course emphasizes a heterogeneous view of problem gambling and treatment, and is congruent with the bio/psycho/social/spiritual model of addiction utilizing a strengths perspective. It provides an overview of gambling problems and social policy issues focusing on the knowledge, values, and skills used to identify and rehabilitate those affected by gambling problems and to prevent gambling related social problems. For further information:
• Syllabus for SWK 360 Exploring Gambling Problems
• Registration Form
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New Technologies, Gambling and Youth:
Raising Prevention to the Next Level
A day of training and conversation with Dr. Jeffrey L. Derevensky, internationally acclaimed researcher and co-director of the McGill University International Centre for Youth Gambling Problems and High-Risk Behaviors. For more information on how to register click here. |
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CELEBRATING THE 8th ANNUAL NATIONAL PROBLEM GAMBLING AWARENESS WEEK MARCH 7-13, 2010
This week is recognized nationwide as Problem Gambling Awareness Week by the National Council on Problem Gambling and its 35 state affiliates. In Connecticut, the goal of the statewide campaign led by the CT Council on Problem Gambling (CCPG) is to increase public and professional awareness of problem gambling issues and the availability of services to assist those affected by the disorder. Problem gambling carries serious negative health consequences that span mental, physical, and spiritual health, not only for problem gamblers, but for their family, friends, co-workers, and employers as well.
• Go to the 2010 NPGAW Recap
• Read the 2010 NPGAW Press Release |
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In the News...
Lottery Bets On Vending Machines
By Greg Bordonaro, hartfordbusiness.com
February 1, 2010 |
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SAVE THE DATE
24th Annual NCPG Conference
Problem Gambling Prevention, Research, Recovery & Treatment
Innovation, Integration, Implementation
Portland, Oregon • June 9-12, 2010 |
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"The Good, The Bad and The Ugly"
Facts to Make a Difference in the Lives
of Problem Gamblers and Their Families
Conference Highlights
Click here for more conference highlights. |
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H.Ed.G.E. Your Bets™ College Mini-Grant Program
The Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling (CCPG) is prepared to meet the needs of CT colleges and universities with its H.Ed.G.E. Your Bets™ program (Higher Education Gambling Effects). Problem gambling awareness and prevention mini-grants will be offered to colleges and universities in Connecticut for the 4th consecutive year. The program provides the essential information, tools, funds, technical assistance, and resources, to colleges which they can apply to current Alcohol, Tobacco, & Other Drug (ATOD) prevention research and practice.
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Gambling task force recommends colleges treat gambling like alcohol, as student health issue
Colleges and universities should take more steps to curb problem gambling by piggybacking outreach efforts onto campaigns against alcohol and drug abuse, a national gambling task force said Tuesday. [more...] |
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CCPG Reaches Out to the Latino Community
The CT Council on Problem Gambling is pleased to highlight its recent addition of problem gambling information targeted specifically for the Latino community. CCPG hopes this will better serve the Latino community to access resources.
El Consejo de Connecticut de Problemas con los Juegos de Azar y Apuesta se complace en destacar su reciente incorporación de la información en problemas con los juegos de azar y apuesta destinadas específicamente para la comunidad latina. CCPG espera que esto sirva mejor a la comunidad latina en el acceso a los recursos.
Click here for more information. |
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