Gambling harm

Gambling harm describes the negative effects of gambling. These can sometimes affect a person's finances, relationships, and health, either temporarily or for a long time. This harm can also affect others including family, friends and other social networks.

If you are worried about gambling harm in relation to yourself or someone you know, there is support available.

Local support

South West Gambling Service

Free confidential support to people experiencing harm from gambling.

Monday to Friday 9am - 7pm

Call 0330 022 3175

Visit: Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS: The South West Gambling Service (opens new window)

Ara Recovery for all

Free and confidential support for gambling harm, available across the South West.

Call 0330 1340 286

Visit: Ara Recovery For All (opens new window)

National support

Gamcare National Gambling Helpline

Open 24 hours, 7 days a week

Call: 0808 8020 133

Visit: Gamcare (opens new window)

Training opportunities

There are training programmes on gambling harms for a range of audiences. Please visit the links below for further information.

Training providers

Ygam

For information regarding training courses visit: Ygam: Book training (opens new window)