Help is at hand
Gaming is fun but for a few, it may become a problem.
If you're worried about yourself, or someone you know, you can speak in confidence to the people at GamCare 24/7, on 0808 8020 133
0808 8020 133 or visit the GamCare website for support.
Support Services
GambleAware is the leading independent charity and strategic commissioner of gambling harm education, prevention, early intervention, and treatment across Great Britain. They’re dedicated to keeping you safe from gambling harms.
GamCare is the leading provider of information, advice and support for anyone affected by gambling harms. It operates the National Gambling Helpline, provides structured support for anyone who is harmed by gambling, creates awareness about safer gambling and treatment, and encourages an effective approach to safer gambling within the gambling industry.
Ygam’s mission is to prevent children and young people from experiencing gaming and gambling harms through awareness-raising, education and research.
Citizens Advice gives people the knowledge and confidence they need to find their way forward - whoever they are, and whatever their problem.
If you're worried about your or someone else's gambling, there are things you can do to get support.
If you're worried about your or someone else's gambling, there are things you can do to get support.
Gamblers Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who have joined together to do something about their own gambling problem and to help other compulsive gamblers do the same.
National Debtline provides free and confidential advice and resources to help people deal with their debts. You can access their services over the phone, through their website and via webchat.
When life is difficult, Samaritans are here – day or night, 365 days a year. You can call them for free on 116 123 or visit their website for more ways to speak to a Samaritan.
Betknowmore UK is the national provider of Peer Aid accredited training, and peer-led support for recovering gamblers and affected others. Their programmes include GOALS, a community based support and wellbeing service, and New Beginnings, a UK-wide women only digital service.
All services combine lived experience and evidence-based therapeutic approaches, with both 1;1 and group support.
All services combine lived experience and evidence-based therapeutic approaches, with both 1;1 and group support.
Gordon Moody is the UK's leading charity dedicated to providing residential treatment for gambling addiction in unique specialist centres across the UK. Helping people reclaim and rebuild their lives through recovery in a safe, supported environment. Services are available for those aged 18+.