Support when gambling is affecting your life

If gambling is causing worry for you or someone close to you, help is available. GroceryAid partners with GamCare to provide free, confidential advice and support, helping you understand what’s happening and find a way forward.

How GamCare can help

Gambling can affect more than your finances. It can put pressure on relationships, mental health and other parts of everyday life. 

GamCare provides free and confidential information, advice and support for anyone affected by gambling harms in England, Scotland and Wales. 

Get help from GamCare 

Support in Northern Ireland

If you live in Northern Ireland, support is available through Gamblers Anonymous. 

Find support in Northern Ireland 

Talk to someone, day or night

 GamCare advisers are available 24 hours a day, every day of the year. 

Call 0808 8020 133, or access support online through WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger or live chat. 

Connect with people who understand

If it would help to hear from others going through similar experiences, GamCare also offers online forums and group chatrooms where you can connect with other people affected by gambling. 

Explore peer support 

Do you just need someone to talk to?

If gambling is affecting how you’re feeling, GroceryAid’s free Helpline is also here for you. 

Call 08088 021 122 or message 07418 360780 on WhatsApp for emotional support. The Helpline cannot discuss grant applications. 

Contact the Helpline 

Frequently asked questions