Slots & Shots: Gambling Resources for AOD Workers

Slots and Shots is a much needed suite of gambling resource for alcohol and other drug workers. It contains a tri-fold client handout, waiting room poster, a report, and a wallet sized quick reference reminder for clinicians. 

The resource was developed to help AOD workers address the complex problems often experienced by their clients, and highlights the similarities between problem gambling and substance misuse. 

Many AOD clients present with co-occurring substance and gambling problems. For every client with a serious gambling problem, 5 to 10 other people are affected. As such, there is a pressing need to strengthen AOD workers’ skills and understanding of gambling, so they may respond appropriately to client needs and improve client outcomes. 

It was developed by NCETA, SANDAS, and Odyssey House Victoria. The resource was launched by the Victorian Gambling Research Foundation on 19 November 2015.

Slots and Shots Resources The Slots and Shots resources may be downloaded by clicking on the links below. If you would like to order hard copies, please contact nceta@flinders.edu.au.
	Rowe, C., White , M., Long, C., Roche, A., & Orr, K. (2015). Slots and Shots: A gambling resource for AOD workers. Melbourne, Victoria: Odyssey House Victoria.
	Rowe, C., White , M., Long, C., Roche, A., & Orr, K. (2015). Slots and Shots: A gambling resource for AOD workers (brochure). Melbourne, Victoria: Odyssey House Victoria.
	Rowe, C., White , M., Long, C., Roche, A., & Orr, K. (2015). Slots and Shots: A gambling resource for AOD workers (poster). Melbourne, Victoria: Odyssey House Victoria.
Wallet Cards  The wallet cards below were developed by Odyssey House Victoria and VAADA.
	Assessment and Response Tool This wallet card is a quick reference tool to help AOD workers quickly assess and respond to clients' co-occurring gambling problems.
	Identifying Risk Factors and Signs of Gambling Problems This wallet card informs AOD workers about the risk factors and signs and indications of problem gambling.