The CMHPSM is requesting quotes from respondents for the Gambling Disorder Prevention Initiative to be provided within one or more of the following counties: Lenawee, Livingston, Monroe and Washtenaw. The term for awarded contracts begins on October 1, 2019 and extends until September 30, 2020. The CMHPSM reserves the right to extend the RFQ term for an additional two optional years. The CMHPSM will determine all contract terms derived from successful responses to this RFQ. The CMHPSM reserves the right to not issue, terminate, amend or extend individual contracts derived from this RFQ process.
The Michigan Gambling Disorder Prevention Projects (MGDPPs) were established to provide and support effective problem gambling prevention, education, outreach and treatment programs throughout the state. Problem gambling or gambling addiction includes all gambling behavior patterns that compromise, disrupt or damage personal, family or vocational pursuits. The essential features are increasing preoccupation with gambling, a need to bet more money more frequently, restlessness or irritability when attempting to stop, “chasing” losses, and loss of control manifested by continuation of the gambling behavior despite mounting, serious, negative consequences. In extreme cases, problem gambling can result in financial ruin, legal problems, loss of career and family, or even suicide.
CMHPSM is looking to implement Stacked Deck as part of a comprehensive prevention plan to address gambling disorder in the region. Stacked Deck is the only evidence-based program found to be effective in preventing and reducing the risk of problem gambling among teens. Offered in six sessions, the program is aimed at changing gambling-related attitudes, knowledge, beliefs and practices. It also seeks to improve decision-making and problem-solving. The Stacked Deck curriculum is interactive, including activities such as role-playing and discussion of case scenarios involving gambling and substance abuse.
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