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Worried about gambling debt?

Free, online debt advice available now.

Get debt help

Gambling and betting debts. Help to manage your money.

Gambling and debt can get out of control fast. It is best to try and deal with both of these issues at the same time.

We can help with debt advice. We promise:


  • No shaming
  • No judgment
  • No pressure

We will support you to:


  • Deal with your debts
  • Reduce or stop gambling
  • Find more help if you want it

Gambling warning signs

Do any of these sound familiar to you?

You spend money on gambling

Are you gambling with:


  • Your overdraft?
  • Money for debts or priority bills?
  • More than you can afford?
  • Borrowed money?
  • Money from selling your stuff?
  • In the hope you can pay off debts?

It affects your relationships and social life

Are you:


  • Lying to people?
  • Gambling secretly?
  • Hiding how much you gamble?
  • Always talking about gambling?
  • Arguing about money and gambling?
  • Losing interest in usual activities and responsibilities?

It impacts your mental health

Are you:


  • Always thinking about gambling?
  • Gambling more money or for a longer time period?

Do you feel:


  • Anxious?
  • Worried?
  • Guilty?
  • Depressed?
  • Irritable?

Get help to take control of your debts

man sat on the floor next to paint tin

Worried about gambling debt?

Free, online debt advice available now.

Get debt help

Free support is available

Gambling is not a good way to make money or get out of debt. But you are not alone. Help is available.

There is no one solution to gambling problems. Different approaches work for different people:

Speak to your GP

Your NHS GP is the best place to start.

Tell them if gambling is affecting:


  • Your health
  • Your mood

Your GP can tell you what treatments are available in your area.

Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is a form of talking therapy that many people find effective.

GamCare

GamCare operate The National Gambling Helpline.

People affected by gambling can get:


  • Information
  • Advice
  • Support

Advisers are available 24 hours a day.


  • Freephone 0808 80 20 133
  • Whatsapp on 020 3031 8881
  • Online chat at gamcare.org.uk

They can help you find face-to-face counselling in your area.

Get free tools and support in a matter of minutes.

Support groups

Many people find comfort and support in confidential peer support groups.

You can ask GamCare, your GP, or check out:


Help with debt

This is where we help.

Our advisors give you advice that is:


  • Practical
  • Realistic

Most importantly, we never judge you.

Use our online debt advice tool at any time of day.

Friends and family of people who gamble

When people we love are gambling it can:


  • Put stress on household finances
  • Put stress on our relationships
  • Impact our emotional and mental health

You can want to support your loved one, but ask for help for you too.

GamCare can help and support you.

Advisers are available 24 hours a day.


  • Freephone 0808 80 20 133
  • Whatsapp on 020 3031 8881
  • Online chat at gamcare.org.uk

The Way Forward is an online support group and forum for the loved ones of people who gamble.

Visit the forum

Gam-Anon run regular peer support groups for the friends and family of gamblers.

These meetings give you a chance to:


  • Share experiences confidentially
  • Connect with other people in the same position