
Columbus, Nebraska Officially Recognizes Problem Gambling Awareness Month
The City of Columbus, Nebraska City Council has officially signed a proclamation recognizing March as Problem Gambling Awareness Month (PGAM). This important initiative aims to raise awareness about problem gambling and promote available resources for those affected.
The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG), the nation's leading nonprofit organization focused on minimizing gambling-related harm, supports this proclamation. NCPG maintains a neutral stance on legalized gambling while providing essential support services for those struggling with gambling addiction.
If you or someone you know needs help with a gambling problem, free and confidential support is available 24/7 through multiple channels:
- Call: 1-800-GAMBLER
- Text: 800GAM
- Chat: www.1800gamblerchat.org
For further information about this proclamation or PGAM activities, contact Cait Huble at [email protected].
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