New Problem Gambling Treatment Option Opens in Middletown

Every March, CommuniCare and agencies across Connecticut host events designed to educate and raise awareness about the issue of problem gambling and promote resources for those effected as part of Problem Gambling Awareness Month.

On Thursday, March 20, 2025 from 10am – 12pm, CommuniCare will be hosting a free event at its new Bettor Choice clinic at 27 Washington Street, Middletown where it will be offering information and resources on problem gambling, including performances from Artreach: Beyond the Bet to highlight the impact of problem gambling.

Problem gambling impacts millions of people in the United States and can have serious consequences for individuals, families and communities. According to the National Council for Problem Gambling approximately 2 million adults in the US are estimated to meet the criteria for pathological gambling, while another 4-6 million adults are considered to have mild or moderate gambling problems; that is, they do not meet the full diagnostic criteria for gambling addiction but meet one or more of the criteria and are experiencing problems due to their gambling behavior. On average, each person affected by gambling addiction impacts an additional seven to twenty people in their families and communities.

During Problem Gambling Awareness Month, organizations nationwide work to raise awareness of the prevention, treatment and recovery services available to individuals adversely affected by gambling. The grassroots campaign brings together a wide range of stakeholders, including CommuniCare, the Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling, State Affiliates, public health organizations, advocacy groups, professional sports leagues and gambling operators.

CommuniCare’s new Bettor Choice clinic in Middletown, CT helps address problem gambling. Outpatient services are available offering individual, group and family counseling to help address the impact of problem gambling for the individual and those around them. Services are offered at low or no cost to the participant. Services are made possible through funding from the CT Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services. The clinic is located at the historic DeKoven House at 27 Washington Street, Middletown, CT 06457.

If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, our helpline is free to access 24 hours, 7 days a week by calling 888-789-7777 or texting CTGAMB to 53342.

For more information about CommuniCare’s March 20th gambling awareness event, please call 203-553-7234 x 2017.

About CommuniCare

CommuniCare is a behavioral health care provider whose mission is to build comprehensive, coordinated and efficient integrated health services. Its programs and services include problem gambling treatment, substance use recovery, support for struggling families, individual and group clinical services and crisis support. CommuniCare has offices in New Haven and Middletown. For more information, visit www.communicare-ct.org or call 203-553-7234