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Those With Gambling Disorders Seeking Equity In Health Care

WEBThe challenges for an individual struggling with problem gambling go beyond just the problem itself. Those with a gambling problem find themselves facing a greater difficulty getting health care than others with other dependency issues.. During the 16th Annual Michigan Problem Gambling Symposium last week, University of Oklahoma Law …

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Explainer: The Michigan Problem Gambling Diversion Program

WEBThe primary goal of the Michigan Problem Gambling Diversion Program is to assist individuals in overcoming their compulsive gambling behavior. These programs offer a range of services that cater to the unique needs of each individual, promoting recovery in Michigan and preventing relapse. The programs are often multi-faceted and combine …

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Michigan Offers Layers of Treatment For Gambling Addiction

WEBThe program is available for adult males for up to 30 days and aims to reduce the problems of addiction to gambling and associated compulsive behavior by providing intensive residential substance abuse treatment. Those interested in learning more about the program can contact Brittany Miles at [email protected] or 313-962-9446 …

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GRIT Act Could Enhance Michigan Problem Gambling Funding

WEBMichigan Department of Health and Human Services helpline on Problem Gambling. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services’ problem gambling helpline is a toll-free, confidential, one-on-one helpline that offers help and support for Michigan residents who are problem gamblers and gambling addicts. The phone number …

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Problem Gambling Support Options Lacking In Michigan

WEBOpen to those who don’t practice Buddhism. Many of these programs offer online options for those uncomfortable with group settings. Michigan offers a Responsible Gambling Hotline at 1-888-223-3044. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services also offers a Problem Gambling Helpline at 1-800-270-7117.

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Diversity, Equity And Inclusion Needed Within Gambling Addiction

WEBLike most problems, gambling addiction is a complex issue that doesn’t have just one solution. Treatment for problem gambling can be as diverse of an issue as the people facing it. As Gambling Awareness Month draws to a close, advocates are spotlighting the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion in treatment methods.. A …

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Calls To Michigan Problem Gambling Helpline Increase In 2021

WEBThe first year of online sports betting and online casinos provided a big revenue boost to Michigan. However, it also presented greater challenges for problem gamblers.. The expansion of the gambling and sports betting industry reached new audiences in the past year. While that led to more than $279 million in state taxes, there …

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Possible Detroit Casino Strike Has Healthcare As Core Issue

WEBDetroit casino workers could be set to strike as soon at 11:59 p.m. ET on Monday night and healthcare is a core demand.. While certainly better wages are at the forefront of contract negotiations, many of the union members are looking to secure their health care and get improvements in work demands.. At a press conference on …

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Michigan Poker Rooms: Which Are Open And How Can I Play

WEBThe room is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week with up to five tables spaced apart, according to an emailed announcement. Each table will have a maximum of eight players with plexiglass dividing each player and the dealer. Odawa Casino in Petoskey reopened its poker room on Jan. 15 as well. As of Feb. 15, the Greektown Casino poker …

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MotorCity Casino Furloughs Now Permanent Layoffs For 2,000 …

WEBAbout 2,000 furloughed MotorCity Casino employees will lose their health insurance on Aug. 1, according to the Detroit Free Press.. This comes more than four months after Detroit’s three casinos were forced to shut down because of the COVID-19 spread. “This decision weighs heavily on us,” MotorCity Casino president Bruce Dall …

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Gov. Whitmer Names Shkreli New Michigan Lottery Commissioner

WEBThe Michigan Lottery has a new commissioner.. Late last week, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer named Suzanna Shkreli to the position as part of Whitmer’s cabinet, beginning on March 1.. Shkreli has a history working in juvenile systems and is eager to transition into this position with the Michigan Lottery where she can help fund children’s …

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Detroit Casinos Still Closed As Pandemic Reopening Plan Stalls

WEBAll but one Michigan tribal casino remains open. Twenty-two of Michigan’s 23 tribal casinos remained open this week, though not without their share of challenges. Kings Club Casino in Brimley is the state’s only tribal casino that remains closed. The Kings Club sister property, Bay Mills Resort & Casino, has reopened just over 2 miles away.

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VIEWPOINT: My Experience At Detroit Casino Indoor Smoking …

WEBThe smell of smoke was very prominent, and the air felt quite thick. There was a non-smoking section on the second floor, but it was an open-air space that was connected to the smoking area. It felt like an insincere offering. The first floor is smoke-free, but the sections are still connected in the opening through an escalator.

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Little River Casino Resort

WEBLittle River Casino Resort is a tribal casino located in Manistee, Michigan.Manistee is in the northwest area of the Lower Peninsula and looks west onto Lake Michigan.. The Little River Band of Ottawa Indians owns and operates the casino.. The casino features more than 1,400 slot and video poker machines. In addition, there are dozens of table games and …

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Live Updates: Detroit Casinos, Tribal Casinos Close Due To COVID-19

WEBDec. 7 updates. 3 p.m. — Governor announces extension of Detroit casino closure. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced Monday afternoon that the closure of some Michigan businesses, including Detroit’s three casinos, is extended through Dec. 20. Greektown Casino, MGM Grand Detroit and MotorCity Casino have been closed since …

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MotorCity, Greektown Casino Workers 'Emotional' After Deal

WEBAfter more than a month of being on strike, Detroit casino employees are going back to work at MotorCity Casino and Hollywood Casino at Greektown.. The 2,100 union workers at the two casinos voted to accept a new contract this weekend after picketing for 34 days.. It was a rollercoaster month for the striking employees. But …

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Smoking Returns to Some Detroit Casinos, Stimulating Mixed …

WEBA pair of Detroit casinos have designated indoor smoking areas to return. MGM Grand Detroit and Hollywood Casino at Greektown gave the green light for indoor smoking. Smoking on casino floors remains banned by the Michigan Gaming Control Board dating back to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, these two casinos have opened …

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Governor Says Ohio Casinos Can Reopen By June 19

WEBOhio casinos reopening may take place as soon as June 19. Exactly what that entails remains to be a fluid situation, however. On Friday, OH Gov. Mike DeWine tweeted that the state’s casinos and racinos can resume operations in two weeks. NEW: Two weeks from today, casinos, racinos, amusement parks, and water parks, will be able to open.

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