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Beacon Counselling Trust (BCT) have developed a collaborative partnership programme aimed at supporting the Armed Forces Community (AFC) concerning gambling-related harms, who are identified as a key vulnerable group. The Armed Forces Gambling Support…

A big shout out to our good friend Brian Nash (former guitarist of Frankie Goes to Hollywood), who suggested this fundraiser to us last summer. He has personally supported Paul’s Place in many…

Over the next few months we will be sharing #StoriesOfRecovery of individuals that have accessed our service for gambling harms support. We are proud to introduce this with a video from David…

In January, YMCA Together became the first YMCA to sign the Workplace Charter to Reduce Gambling Related Harms. YMCA Together are a key organisation in Liverpool with the work they undertake supporting many…

During January, BCT produced a social media campaign titled ’31 for 31’ to promote our partnerships work across the North West of England and to celebrate some of the great organisations we work…

Over the past 3 years Beacon Counselling Trust have been an integral part of the Cumbria gambling harms prevention group. This group has brought together organisations from across the area, from local authorities…

On Wednesday 29th November, BCT therapists along with members of our Treatment Team had the pleasure of attending training on ADHD and Gambling Addiction. The training was provided by Wale Oladipo from Mind Body…

On Monday 27th November 2023 we held our staff Communications Conference. BCT is growing exponentially, so it’s great to meet up and share the successes of BCT across our different teams. The all-day…

Due to several reasons, we are unable to hold our Christmas Fair this year. However, in place of it we are holding a Grand Christmas Draw instead. Tickets are available and come in…

Beacon veterans group feature in an historic film commemorating the Ascent of ‘Helm Crag’ in 1792 by Captain Joseph Budworth Beacon Counselling Trust were extremely pleased to have been involved in a recent…