California Office of Problem Gambling

California Office of Problem Gambling

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For most people, gambling is recreational. However, for some people, gambling leads to debilitating problems that impact more than just themselves.

The mission of the Office of Problem and Pathological Gambling is to provide quality, research-driven leadership in prevention, intervention, & treatment for problem and pathological gamblers, their families, and communities.1-800-GAMBLER Problem gambling means participation in any form of gambling activity to the extent that it creates a negative consequence to the gambler, the gambler's family,

03/26/2024
03/15/2024

If you decide to gamble, you can take steps to do so responsibly,
- Like setting a spending limit before you start and keeping track of the time you spend gambling.

If you or someone you care about is negatively affected by gambling, you’re not alone. For no-cost, confidential support 24/7 call 1-800-GAMBLER or text SUPPORT to 53342.

Find a complete list of responsible gambling guidelines at https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/OPG/Pages/opg-landing.aspx

03/01/2024

March is National Problem Gambling Awareness Month (PGAM).

Help spread awareness by sharing the resources from our PGAM toolkit found at problemgambling.ca.gov.

If you or someone you care about is negatively affected by gambling, you’re not alone. For no-cost, confidential support 24/7 call 1-800-GAMBLER or text SUPPORT to 53342.

02/11/2024

🏈 Just like in football, knowing when to pass is key. Only gamble if you can do it responsibly. Pass on betting if it feels like too much.

If you or someone you care about is negatively affected by gambling, you’re not alone.

📲 Learn more responsible gambling tips: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/OPG.

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Problem gambling can take over your life. Talking with someone could help you regain control and refocus on your independence.

If you or someone you care about is negatively affected by gambling, take the first step to focus on recovery. Call 1-800-GAMBLER or text SUPPORT to 53342 for no-cost confidential help, 24/7.

Learn more at problemgambling.ca.gov.

Photos 03/29/2023

Problem gambling can take over your life. Talking with a professional could help you regain control and refocus on your loved ones.

If you or someone you care about is negatively affected by gambling, take the first step to focus on recovery. Call 1-800-GAMBLER or text SUPPORT to 53342 for no-cost confidential help, 24/7.

Learn more at problemgambling.ca.gov.

Photos 03/27/2023

Problem gambling can take over your life. Talking with a professional could help you regain control and refocus on your goals.

If you or someone you care about is negatively affected by gambling, take the first step to focus on recovery. Call 1-800-GAMBLER or text SUPPORT to 53342 for no-cost confidential help, 24/7.

Learn more at problemgambling.ca.gov.

Photos 03/23/2023

Problem gambling can take over your life. Talking with a professional could help you regain control and refocus on your finances.

If you or someone you care about is negatively affected by gambling, take the first step to focus on recovery. Call 1-800-GAMBLER or text SUPPORT to 53342 for no-cost confidential help, 24/7.

Learn more at problemgambling.ca.gov.

Photos 03/20/2023

Problem gambling can take over your life. Talking with a professional could help you regain control and refocus on your priorities.

If you or someone you care about is negatively affected by gambling, take the first step to focus on recovery.

Call 1-800-GAMBLER or text SUPPORT to 53342 for no-cost confidential help, 24/7.

Learn more at problemgambling.ca.gov.

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1616 Capitol Avenue
Sacramento, CA
95814

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm