PA GENERAL ASSEMBLY APPROVES GRANT FOR DIGITAL GAMBLING SUPPORT PROGRAM
Pennsylvania's General Assembly approved funding for Almond Digital Health, a statewide digital platform to support those struggling with gambling addiction.Summary
The Pennsylvania General Assembly has approved funding for Almond Digital Health, a first-of-its-kind statewide digital platform designed to provide support for individuals struggling with gambling. This initiative represents the first legislative-led and funded program in the United States focused on a scalable, digital-first approach to gambling support. Almond offers anonymous, multilingual access to education, self-help tools, and guidance on exclusion, alongside care coordination and connections to existing services. Representatives Joe McAndrew and Jim Prokopiak emphasized the program’s potential to modernize access to support and address the evolving landscape of gaming in Pennsylvania, one of North America’s largest regulated gambling markets. The platform is intended to complement existing treatment options, particularly in areas where access barriers exist, and will be rolled out across various access points, including mobile apps and casino spaces, in partnership with sports wagering services and universities.
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