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We like to act the maggot, but we’re no fools, and we’d be stupid to help you identify a problem and then not tell you how to address it. So where should you or someone you know go, if there’s a problem? First of all, it might seem like a big deal to admit that there’s a problem – and it is. Problem gambling can destroy lives. But people admit they have a problem every day, and nobody thinks any less of them. In fact, it’s a sign of greater strength to admit there’s a problem, and even greater again to seek out help. Below is a list of organisations who deal with people who have gambling problems every day. They’re the best people to contact first. |
Support Organisations
Gambling therapy
www.gamblingtherapy.org
Gambling Therapy offer online support to anyone addicted to gambling and those who show problematic gambling behaviour. They offer a global service and support is available in multiple languages, so if English isn't your first language this group will be very helpful. The Gambling Therapy app is free to download on iOS and Android devices.
GamCare
www.gamcare.org.uk
GamCare operates a national telephone and online helplines for anyone affected by a gambling problem and provides both face to face and online counselling.
Gamblers Anonymous
www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk
Gamblers Anonymous is a support group for people who wish to do something about their gambling problem and help others do the same through attending meetings.
Dunlewey Addiction Services
dunlewey.net
Dunlewey provides counselling, mentoring, education and support to individuals directly or indirectly affected by gambling problem.
Samaritans
https://www.samaritans.org
When life is difficult, Samaritans are here – day or night, 365 days a year. Whoever you are and whatever you’re facing, they won’t judge you or tell you what to do. They’re here to listen so you don’t have to face it alone.
Blocking Gambling SitesWhen you want to take away accessIf you feel like the best course of action is to remove the ability to access all gambling websites, then Gamban is an independent organization who make an app that blocks access to all sites and apps, across your phone, tablet and computer.
Gamban.comGAMSTOP is another facility that lets you restrict your gambling activities across multiple UK gambling websites. You just upload your info to their site, and they’ll pass it on to the betting and gaming companies.
Gamstop.co.ukMOSES lets you restrict your betting in multiple betting shops – usually the ones near where you work or live. It works by uploading a photo, that is passed on to the shops in your area, who then intervene if one of the staff recognise an individual who has self-excluded.
Self-exclusion.co.ukDebt and Financial AdviceWhen you’re experiencing problems with debtOften, gambling can lead to problems with unpaid loans or debt, which can mean there’s an urge to gamble to pay off these. Do not do this.
Instead, there are organisations that can help with making a plan to addressing your debt. It’s never as bad as you think it is, so these organisations really can help.
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National Debtline
www.nationaldebtline.org
National Debtline offer a free confidential and independent advice on how to deal with debt problems.
PHONE: 0808 808 4000
My Money Steps
www.mymoneysteps.org
My Money steps was developed by Debtline, it offers free personised solutions to help you deal with your debts and get you back in control of your finances.
Money Advice Service
www.moneyadviceservice.org.uk/en
The Money Advice Service helps people manage their money. They do this directly through their free and impartial advice service. They also work in partnership with other organisations to help people make the most of their money. They are an independent service, set up by government.
MABS
www.mabs.ie
MABS is a free, independent, non-judgmental and confidential service for people who are in debt or at risk of getting into debt. MABS will work with you to determine the type of support you need, including assessing whether it is necessary to meet with a Money Adviser.
PHONE: 0761 07 2000
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See our ‘Tools’ page as well for ways that can help you stop gambling immediately.
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