Gambling is often hidden and can cause worry and isolation. Harmful gambling may impact relationships with others, health and wellbeing, finances and performance in the workplace or education. If you're worried that you or someone you know is gambling too often or for too long, we'd encourage you to talk to someone you trust and get support to make changes.
NHS - East Midlands Gambling Harms Service
Provide specialist therapies, treatment and recovery to those aged 18 and over affected by gambling addiction and gambling problems. The East Midlands Gambling Harms Service offer additional help with specific problems experienced by individuals, and support and advice to family members and carers, working alongside many other agencies and services that can help with problems such as mental health, debt management and housing.
NHS National Gambling Clinic (13 - 18):
The National Gambling Clinic is a free and confidential NHS service supporting young people aged 13 to 18 from anywhere in England who are experiencing harm from gambling.
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Get things back on track through a self-assessment and additional support.
GamCare - Founder of the National Gambling Helpline
GamCare provide information, advice and support to anyone affected by gambling-related harm, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, via the helpline and digital services including Live Chat, WhatsApp & Facebook. GamCare also provide peer support through the chatroom and forums. GamCare East Midlands provide prevention, early intervention, engagement and outreach activities to support people impacted by gambling.
GamCare – National Gambling Helpline: 0808 8020 133
Gamblers Anonymous Leicester (18+):
An in-person support group in Leicester (Mondays and Wednesdays 8pm to 10pm)
Additional Support
Start a Conversation: It's important to talk openly, share good information, and support each other. Mental health matters to everyone, and talking about it can help people feel better