Support Resources

If you suspect that someone you love or know is suffering from a gambling problem, it’s natural to want to help. Just remember that it’s up to the individual to seek help and being judgmental is not going to help at all.

It must be the player’s choice, and only when he or she is ready. What you can do is offer support by following these tips.

• Learn about help and support available before approaching the person.
• Prepare examples of how the person’s gambling has had a negative impact on you and others.
• Remember that the behavior is the problem, not the person.
• Communicate using “I” messages without being judgmental (e.g., “When you do this, I feel…”)
• Be supportive and offer resources if the person is open to getting help.

If you would like to learn more about responsible gaming, consult with a GameSense Advisor.

If you feel you need help, please call the following 24-hour confidential hotlines:

Nevada Council on Problem Gambling
1.800.522.4700

Maryland Alliance for Responsible Gambling
1.800.GAMBLER
www.mdgamblinghelp.org

Massachusetts Council on Compulsive Gambling
1.800.426.1234

Michigan Department of Community Health
1.800.270.7117

The Mississippi Council on Problem and Compulsive Gambling
1.888.777.9696

The Council on Compulsive Gambling of New Jersey
1.800.GAMBLER

Ohio for Responsible Gaming
1.800.589.9966

Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services
1.877.8HOPENY

If you desire to self-limit from gaming at all US based MGM Resorts International properties, you may request a Self-Limit Access Program form at the Casino Cage of any of our US based casino properties. In addition, in the states of Maryland, Michigan, Mississippi, New Jersey, and Ohio individuals requesting to be self-excluded may also fill out a form specific for that state.

Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency
1.410.230.8798

Massachusetts Gaming Commission
1.617.533.9737

Michigan Gaming Control Board
1.888.223.3044

Mississippi Gaming Commission
Jackson 1.800.504.7529
Central District 1.888.465.8312
Northern District 1.800.269.3577
Southern District 1.800.497.8550

New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement
Atlantic City 1.609.441.3846
Trenton 1.609.777.2279

Ohio Lottery Commission
1.800.686.4208

New York State Gaming Commission
1.518.388.3300