GamCare is a charity that provides free information, advice and support to anyone affected by gambling harm, including friends and family. It runs the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133, free and open 24 hours, and online chat.
It also offers structured support and treatment, and can help with practical tools such as self-exclusion, GAMSTOP and gambling-blocking software. You do not need to have reached crisis point to call; worrying about how much time or money gambling is taking is reason enough.
Other free help includes Gamblers Anonymous, Gordon Moody, NHS gambling clinics and Samaritans on 116 123. See our safer gambling page.