View this newsletter as the original email. In This Issue: Notes from Wiley State Certification Program OAPCG Name Change Midwest Conference on Problem Gambling & Substance Abuse OAPCG and NCPG Membership Notes from Wiley Another quarter of the year has passed, and we are slowly moving through the pandemic and returning to some normalcy.
OAPCG is pleased to announce that our Smart Play OK campaign recently won the National Council for Problem Gambling’s Affiliate Public Awareness Award. Through grassroots collaboration, OAPCG has created a cohesive and informative public awareness campaign for responsible gambling. History Established in November 2019, the goal of Smart Play
Although the cost of membership for NCPG has recently increased, the total cost for joint membership with OAPCG and NCPG remains steady, which means increased savings! Now is a good time to become a joint member and receive the benefits. Complete this form apply for membership.
If you are part of the casino re-opening process, now is a good time to incorporate responsible gambling programming into your operation. COVID-19 may be impacting individuals with gambling problems more severely than others due to increased individual health risks such as higher rates of depression, anxiety, and isolation, a switch to potentially more
OAPCG has created a free self-help workbook that is now available on our website. While not intended to replace counseling or Gambler's Anonymous, it is a resource that can support recovery from problem gambling. Click here to download and print the workbook.
As COVID-19 impacts our ability to gather in public places and connect with others, individuals with a gambling problem may be affected in significant ways. During this time of social distancing, help is still available. Withdrawal As the casino industry is affected and some casinos close, there could be withdrawal symptoms if you have
The Oklahoma News Report recently covered problem gambling in the state of Oklahoma. The story features OAPCG Executive Director Wiley Harwell as well as OAPCG board member and Oklahoma Indian Gaming Association Chairman Matt Morgan and recovering problem gamblers who spoke at OAPCG's statewide conference.
For the eighteenth year, the Oklahoma Association on Problem and Compulsive Gambling (OAPCG), in collaboration with the National Council on Problem Gambling, dedicates the month of March to helping people who struggle with a gambling problem. Approximately 2 million U.S. adults (1% of the population) are estimated to meet criteria for gambling disorder. Another
The next Tribal Voices meeting will take place on Thursday, February 27, from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Tulsa Hard Rock Casino (777 W. Cherokee St. Catoosa, OK 74105). Topics of discussion will include: What is responsible gambling What is problem gambling How to handle underage gambling Gambling and alcohol consumption Dealing
The new tri-fold pamphlet design is going to print very soon featuring OAPCG's new ad campaign/slogan/prevention program: Smart Play OK. The goal of Smart Play OK is to incorporate problem gambling and prevention material under one simple and recognizable brand. A few simple rules to follow are: 1. Keep it fun. 2. Know your
