The FCCG serves as a clearinghouse and has a library of reports, publications, research, videos, brochures, and more, at little or no cost.
The FCCG offers an array of special programs and materials designed to assist problem gamblers and those they negatively impact (i.e. family members, friends and others). The Agency designs problem gambling awareness and intervention programs for specialized populations, including employers, academic, law enforcement, and criminal justice organizations, medical, mental health and addiction professionals, active and retired military personnel, gaming industry operators, adolescent, young adult, adult and elder service providers, and others.
In addition, the FCCG provides assistance to individuals and entities seeking information or research, and as an affiliate of the National Council on Problem Gambling, has access to the latest research, treatment alternatives, and other issues of importance relating to problem and compulsive gambling.
Programs and services include:
- Toll-free, multilingual and confidential 24-Hour HelpLine (888-ADMIT-IT)
- Referrals to free supports, including self-help, professional treatment, financial, legal, and other resources
- Opportunities to speak with recovering compulsive gamblers by phone (Peer Connect) or via the Agency's online forums
- Education and prevention program development
- Clinical treatment training programs and certification
- Special programs for corporations, gaming operators, governments, community based organizations, colleges, middle and high schools, health care facilities, legal and law enforcement authorities, elder service entities, and others
- Sponsor and conduct research
- Produce publications, curriculum, and population specific programs
- Speakers Bureau
For additional information on professional training services, see Training and Development. For greater insight about various print materials, toolkits, research, posters, videos, speakers, and more, check out the different categories in this section.
In recognition of the FCCG's innovative and outstanding programming, the Florida Council on Compulsive Gambling is a recipient of the National Council on Problem Gambling’s Distinguished Program Award, and in several instances has designed programs that stand as the national model.
