1800 Gambling Helpline
For 24/7 help with a gambling problem. CALL 1-800-GAMBLER. (1-800-426-2537) jdaviswalton@firstchoiceservices.org. For other inquiries, our main business line is 304-344-2213. Gambling Addiction. Gambling addiction (compulsive gambling and pathological gambling) is a growing problem in the United States. Casinos, lotteries, and the availability of bookies are easier, faster, and more widespread. Australia: 1800 858 858 or Austria: Belgium: SOS SPELEN: 0800 35 777, Canada (by province) Alberta Alberta.
Gambling Help Online provides free support for anyone affected by gambling in Australia. Chat counselling, email support and self-help services are available 24/7. IDPH funds Your Life Iowa which includes a state-wide problem gambling help line (1-800-BETS OFF) and website (yourlifeiowa.org/gambling) for those seeking information, referral, and/or support services for problem gambling. Below are the fiscal year report summaries. Fiscal Year Annual Reports SFY 2015 Summary.
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'I haven't gambled for 4 years so I am proof that help is out there and it works.'
— Alan , Ex-Gambler
Get help and support'The truth was I was trying to fulfil something that was missing in my life.'
— Will , Ex-Gambler
Get help and support'I was so quick to judge - little did I know I had a gambling problem.'
— Angie , Ex-Gambler
Get help and support'Now I can see such a difference in my life. I can plan for the future.'
— Gail , Ex-Gambler
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Information and resources are available both nationally and locally.
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Information and resources
The Australian Government Department of Social Services website provides information and resources about the prevalence and impacts of problem gambling in Australia, and information about getting help for problem gambling.
National Gambling Helpline
The National Gambling Helpline provides free, professional and confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for all people affected by gambling, including family and friends.
1800 Gambling Helpline Online
Gambling help online
The Gambling Help Online website offers free and confidential online counselling, information and support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for anyone seeking help with problem gambling.
Gamblers Anonymous
Gamblers Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other so that they may solve their common problem and help others recover from a gambling problem.
State and territory services
Information and support is available in each state and territory.