Check out Amy Gabrila’s journey from handing out brochures to having real, evidence-based conversations with players. Her story is part of PlayWell’s 10-year evolution in how we support and empower people around gambling. Dive into the stories, progress, and partnerships that have shaped where we are—and where we’re going next.
As our CEO Marlene Warner told Commonwealth Beacon, “Ads are coming at kids fast and furious.” That’s why early education matters. It gives students the tools to pause, question, and make informed choices long before gambling becomes a problem.
The Massachusetts Council on Gaming and Health is expanding its commitment to responsible gambling through the new PlayWell program. With trained PlayWell Advisors now on site at MGM Springfield, patrons have access to practical tools, budgeting support, guidance on game features and odds, and confidential assistance designed to help keep gambling safe, informed, and balanced.
Super Bowl betting is at an all-time high—but so are the risks. NBC Boston’s latest report features MACGH CEO Marlene Warner sharing crucial tips to keep wagers safe: know the rules of the game, be on the lookout for scams, and use only regulated, legal sites.
