See the signs, stop the harm

See the signs, stop the harm – Port Lincoln Times

RECOGNISING the damage done early, and reaching out for support, are crucial to overcoming gambling harm for regional South Australians. Department of Human Services (DHS) Gambling Harm Support SA manager Rory Spreckley said the impacts of gambling harm in regional communities spread through families, local businesses and community groups. “Australian research commonly estimates that each person experiencing high-risk gambling affects between fi…

See the signs, stop the harm

RECOGNISING the damage done early, and reaching out for support, are crucial to overcoming gambling harm for regional South Australians. Department of Human Services (DHS) Gambling Harm Support SA manager Rory Spreckley said the impacts of gambling harm in regional communities spread through families, local businesses and community groups. “Australian research commonly estimates that each person experiencing high-risk gambling affects between fi…

Strong support for regional communities

WHILE the challenges of gambling harm are continuing to evolve, a number of community services are providing support tailored to those living rurally. Uniting Country SA’s Gambling Help Services provide support specifically for regional South Australians dealing with gambling harm. Port Lincoln-based rural service provider Anna Angus said focusing on accessibility, cultural safety, and early intervention were effective approaches to regional sup…