Seventeen social workers, counselors, and addiction professionals received training Friday in learning to recognize signs of compulsive gambling.
The training occurred at the Lucas County Board of Mental Health & Recovery Services and was funded by the Ohio Lottery Commission.
Another training session will be offered in February. For more information, dial 216-923-4021 or visit org.ohio.gov. Those who need help with someone who has a gambling problem can call state’s problem gambling hot line at 1-800-589-9966.