Do you find yourself:
- Spending more money on gambling than intended?
- Not telling or telling lies to others about your gambling?
- Borrowing money for normal living expenses?
- Loss of interest in other activities, family and work?
If you answered yes to one or more of these, you may have a problem with gambling.
Gambling can be a relaxing and fun pastime but it can also change a person’s life, hurting not only them but their family and friends.
Consequences
The consequences of problem gambling are far reaching. Not only does problem gambling result in financial problems due to chasing losses and spending more than available. Individual can loss their self respect, an increase in illness and medical conditions due to stress and a decrease in tolerance to other people.
What can Gambler’s Help do for me?
Gambler’s Help at Latrobe Community Health Service offer confidential, professional support to gamblers, their family and others affected by gambling. Counselling, both financial and general, community education and professional development are also available.
Resources and information is also available, such as self help guides, information sessions, posters and advise on gambling and gaming issues.
What does it cost?
There is no cost for this service. However, to be eligible you must live in the Gippsland region.
How can I access this program?
You can access this program by coming into any of Latrobe Community Health Service’s sites or by calling 1800 242 696. After hours appointments can be arranged if necessary.
The Gambler’s Help program can be accessed from any of Latrobe Community Health Service’s sites across the Gippsland region.
| 81-83 Buckley Street MORWELL 3840 | 42-44 Fowler Street MOE 38425 | ||
| 11 Philip Parade CHURCHILL 3842 | 7-9 Seymour Street TRARALGON 344 | ||
| 5/111 Main Street BAIRNSDALE 3875 | 52 MacArthur Street SALE 3850 | ||
| 122 Albert Street WARRAGUL 3820 | Gippsland Southern Health Service Korumburra Campus Bridge Street KORUMBURRA 3950 | ||
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