Support with gambling
We know that for a small percentage of people, gambling can become harmful. tombola works closely with GamCare to ensure that we’re operating in a socially responsible manner. We hope that our tools give you everything you need to be able to stay in control of your gameplay, but when you need further help, there’s lots of places you can go for support for yourself or a loved one.
GamCare is part of the National Gambling Support Network.
The National Gambling Support Network is a network of organisations working together to provide confidential treatment and support for anyone experiencing gambling-related harms, free to access across England, Scotland and Wales.
You can speak with our Advisers one-to-one over the phone 0808 80 20 133 or on live chat 24 hours a day, every day of the year via this link: https://www.gamcare.org.uk/get-support/talk-to-us-now/
GAMSTOP is a free tool that enables people who live in the UK (Great Britain and Northern Ireland) to exclude themselves from all licensed gambling websites and apps.
You can choose how long to exclude for (six months, one year, five years or five years with auto-renewal).
Once registered, you cannot remove the exclusion until the minimum period chosen has been reached.
It’s quick, simple and easy to register. Over 500,000 people have registered with GAMSTOP to help them take back control.
GambleAware is an independent, grant-making charity commissioning prevention and treatment services across England, Scotland and Wales to keep people safe from gambling harms.
Guided by a public health model, we commission integrated prevention services on a national scale and in partnership with expert organisations and agencies, including the NHS, across three areas of activity:
- Commissioning the National Gambling Treatment Service
- Public health campaigns including Bet Regret as well as providing practical support to local services
- Commissioning research & evaluation to improve knowledge of what works in prevention
If you or someone you know is concerned about their gambling, contact the National Gambling Helpline for free on 0808 8020 133 - it’s open 24 hours, 7 days a week - or visit http://BeGambleAware.org for advice and support.
Concerned about your habits, or about the habits of someone you know? You can find out how safe your gambling is via GambleAware’s Self Assessment. In this online assessment, you’ll be asked a series of statements about your gambling behaviour on a scale of 1 - 10. At the end, you’ll be provided with a breakdown of advice and content tailored to you, alongside personal recommendations for your next steps.