Confidential Support

GamCare

Gamcare provide confidential information, advice and support for anyone harmed by gambling in Great Britain. They can also provide information on support services, such as information about which financial services in the UK allow you to block gambling transactions and other ways to self-exclude.

For a full range of support and treatment options available, please visit www.gamcare.org.uk, or contact the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 (available 24 hours a day) or via Live Chat.

 

BeGambleAware

BeGambleAware provides information, advice and directs people to support to help keep people safe from gambling harm.

 

Gamblers Anonymous

Gamblers Anonymous has a forum and access to help via www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk or telephone 02073 843040.

 

Gamstop

If you are a UK resident, then registering with GAMSTOP will block you from logging into or opening gambling accounts online with operators licensed in Great Britain. 

 

Gambling Therapy

Gambling Therapy offers free online services to those affected by gambling via www.gamblingtherapy.org

 

Gam-Anon

Gam-Anon deals specifically with friends or family of people who have issues with their gambling, and can be contacted via www.gamanon.org.uk or telephone 08700 508880.

 

Gordon Moody

This organisation provides courses for those struggling with problem gambling, and can be contacted via gordonmoody.org.uk or telephone 01384 241292.

 

The Samaritans

The Samaritans provide confidential emotional support via www.samaritans.org or telephone 08457 909090.

 

National Debt Helpline

If you are looking for information and advice on dealing with debt, you can contact The National Debt Helpline via www.nationaldebtline.org or telephone 0808 8084000.

 

Step Change

Step Change also offer financial support for anyone experiencing difficulties managing their financial situation. They offer financial support and advice via their website or telephone 0800 1381111.

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