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Can we just talk for a minute about what predatory gambling is? What it does to a family? The long term effects even after recovery? ![]()
When Bobby gambled 30+ years ago, he had to go to where the gambling was, a bowling ally for him, he had to put cash in a machine. The advertisements, flashing lights, and sounds called to him. Now, it's on every corner, but worse than that it's in everyone's hand. Gaming and gambling have expanded to the point it's hard to escape. The states want you to gamble more so they don't have to balance budgets or find alternative resources. It funds so many things, but at what cost. People's lives, families, so much harm is done thru this addiction. Please start a conversation with those you love. There is HELP and HOPE. 1 877 My Limit![]()
Ogao.org. Help me continue this work. If you would like to help I would love to talk about you joining our GamAware Coalition of Lane County.
O.G.A.O. - Oregonians for Gambling Awareness
ogao.org
Ronda Hatefi created O.G.A.O. after her brother died by suicide as a way out of gambling addiction. She wants all to know that no problem gambler stands alone and there is hope and help available.
People often ask me why am I still in this fight almost 30 years after we lost Bobby. I'll tell you why, there is no reason why people should have to go through this struggle alone. I wish just one person would have said to me, I understand and am here for you. ![]()
I wish someone would have shared that gambling could become an addiction. I want to be that person, I want to share Bobby's story so others can understand and get help before it is to late. ![]()
Here is a website that is based in the UK, but I found it to be so helpful. Please take time to look at it if you or someone you know struggle with gambling. Please look at
www.begambleaware.org
Free, confidential advice, tools and support for anyone who’s worried about their – or someone else’s – gambling. If gambling’s on your mind, we’re here to help.
Episode #9: Vice Monopolists FanDuel and DraftKings with Les Bernal and Dr. Kavita Fischer
www.organizedmoney.fm
How and why did America embrace gambling? And what were the regulatory changes that put a slot machine in three hundred million pockets?
Here is the truth about sports gambling, if you want to know more follow STOP Predatory Gambling.
www.consumerfinance.gov
Credit card cash advance fees and interest rise as online sports betting grows.