Lived Experience in Action

EPIC Community session 

Are you ready to gain profound insights into the world of recovery and harness the power of lived experience to combat gambling-related harm? We invite you to an EPIC Restart Community session where we will be honoured to host Dan Spencer, the Director of Safer Gambling at EPIC Risk Management. Dan, an inspiring figure in the field, will share his personal journey of recovery and how he utilises his lived experience to educate and raise awareness about the impacts of gambling.

About the session

In this session, Dan will take you on a journey through his recovery, covering the following:

• Summary of Dan's Story: From Childhood to 16 Years of Active Addiction Gain a deep understanding of Dan's courageous battle with gambling addiction as he shares his personal journey, from the early stages of addiction to a harrowing 16 years of struggle. Experience the raw emotions and challenges he faced, and witness his unwavering determination to overcome adversity.

• Dan's Approach: What Worked for Him and What Didn't? Discover the strategies, techniques, and treatments that proved effective for Dan on his path to recovery. Learn from his first-hand experiences as he discusses the approaches that brought about positive change, as well as those that fell short. This invaluable insight will guide and inspire you on your own recovery journey.

• Ongoing Recovery and Self-Betterment: Unlocking Your True Potential Recovery is a lifelong journey of growth and self-betterment. Join Dan as he explores the power of ongoing recovery and shares practical methods for personal development, building resilience, and cultivating a fulfilling life beyond addiction. Be prepared to unlock  your true potential and embrace a brighter future.

• Dan's Work with EPIC Risk Management: The Role of Lived Experience in Driving Change. Gain exclusive access to Dan's role as the Director of Safer Gambling at EPIC Risk Management. Discover how he leverages his lived experience to create positive change within the gambling industry. Learn about the invaluable work being done to educate and raise awareness of gambling-related harm, and be inspired to take part in this collective effort.