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Get the Support You Need Through Confidential Financial Counseling

logo for Minnesota Alliance on Problem GamblingAt MNAPG, we understand that problem gambling can strain your finances. That's why we're excited to announce a valuable resource for those experiencing financial issues from gambling, whether you are the gambler or a family member: Financial Choice services through LSS Financial Counseling.

This joint effort pairs the financial expertise of LSS financial counselors with the problem gambling awareness training offered by MNAPG. Those who take advantage of this service will meet with a financial counselor who understands how gambling can negatively impact an individual or family’s finances.

Key Benefits:

  • Six free, confidential financial counseling sessions.
  • Personalized support: Assess your current financial situation, create a personalized budget and debt management plan, develop strategies to avoid future financial pitfalls, and set long-term financial goals.
  • Flexible appointment options: Sessions are available in person, by phone or online — whichever is most comfortable for you.
  • LSS Financial Counseling has counselors who are fluent in Spanish and Hmong. In addition, American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation is available as needed.

Call 800.528.2926 to schedule your free session!

Complete our short contact form

Start an online appointment!

Online logoOur student loan and housing counseling services are not offered via online (email) appointment at this time, please call 800.528.2926 to schedule a phone, virtual or in-person appointment.

  1. Create your financial profile online any time of day with an email address and a password.
  2. Next, share your financial goal(s) and any other information you believe would assist us in understanding your financial circumstances.
  3. Then provide the amount of your household take-home income, balances and payment amount for credit card and unsecured debts, and monthly expenses. Click Finish to submit your information. Once submitted, your financial profile cannot be changed or updated.
  4. Finally, a counselor will email you within two to three business days to provide options and work with you to determine next steps to reach your goal(s).

Please note: We do not provide retirement planning services or investment advice.

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