Gambling touches more than just the person placing the bet. Join Nicasa Behavioral Health Services’ Gambling Department for "The Real Stakes", a 4-part educational series exploring how gambling impacts our families, youth, seniors, and local community. Whether you want to learn more to support a loved one or want to understand the growing reach of sports betting and digital apps, drop in for these engaging 1-hour sessions with Nicasa’s Gambling Services Team.
Location: Nicasa Highland Park Office (1724 1st St, Highland Park, IL 60035)
Time: Wednesdays in October | 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Lunch: Light refreshments provided, or feel free to bring a bagged lunch
Attendance: Free and open to the public — drop in for one session or join all four
WEEKLY TOPICS
Oct. 7 — Session 1: The Big Picture: Gambling’s reach, risks, and community impact
Oct. 14 — Session 2: Gambling in the Digital Era: How changes in technology, advertisements, and gambling compound losses
Oct. 21 — Session 3: Next-Gen Gambling: Protecting youth in a digital world
Oct. 28 — Session 4: Golden Years, Hidden Risks: Supporting and safeguarding older adults
Questions or topic ideas?Email [email protected] or message us directly.
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