Press Release: Telehealth Peer Support Now Available through Gambling Recovery Information Network in Massachusetts
The Gambling Recovery Information Network (GRIN), an initiative developed by The Massachusetts Council on Gaming and Health (MACGH) and Betknowmore UK, a pioneer in peer-led gambling recovery services, has established a new comprehensive support pathway. Working with Birches Health, a leading provider of evidence-based treatment for individuals experiencing gambling disorders, the three partners will launch a telehealth peer support service that will be offered across the Commonwealth beginning July 1, 2025. This marks the first time that telehealth peer recovery treatment services for gambling will be available in Massachusetts.
Statement from The Massachusetts Council on Gaming and Health on Ruling Allowing Wynn Resorts to Maintain Casino License
For Immediate Release: Media Contact: Phil Sherwood psherwood@maccg.org 617-426-4554, Ext 2 or 603-229-9891 May 1, 2019 Statement from the “Massachusetts Council on Compulsive Gambling” on Ruling Allowing Wynn Resorts to Maintain Casino License Boston, MA—Executive Director Marlene Warner of The Massachusetts Council on Gaming and Health (Mass. Council) states, “In the wake of the announcement […]
Press Release: Mass Council Announces Director of Programs and Services
Norwood, MA (November 20, 2018). – The Massachusetts Council on Gaming and Health (MCCG) is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Odessa Dwarika as their next Director of Programs and Services.
Statement of The Massachusetts Council on Gaming and Health on the Inclusion of Gambling Disorder Screening in the National Defense Authorization Act 2019
On Monday August 13, 2018 President Trump signed into law the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for fiscal year 2019. A provision was included in the legislation requiring members of the Armed Forces to be screened for gambling addiction.
Statement of The Massachusetts Council on Gaming and Health Regarding Toy Slot Machines in Happy Meals
The Massachusetts Council on Gaming and Health along with 40 plus other organizations penned a letter to McDonalds and Nintendo on Friday August 17th concerning their offering of a toy slot machine in their happy meals.
