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The time Jason spent with the unit raised awareness about gambling addiction, gave the chain of command some useful tools to help spot and identify gambling behaviours. I would thoroughly recommend GamCare to any unit looking to include gambling in their health and wellbeing committees.

I really appreciated the support from the helpline. It can be really isolating supporting a loved one through a gambling addiction and I had no idea what kind of support was out there for us on the sidelines. Speaking to an advisor today gave me back a bit more hope that with additional tools …

My experience was very good. I had expected the worker to be very supportive, but I was taken back by the level of understanding and the good advice suggested. I would definitely use again if necessary.

I contacted GamCare about six months ago, first over the phone and then through their NetLine. I had spotted their details in betting shops as well as online, as I’ve had multiple relapses while trying to address my compulsion to gamble. I finally decided enough was enough. I was sick of the …

Just wanted to thank each one of you for all the help and advice during my journey dealing with problem gambling. You all honestly saved my life during early stages of my recovery and the support and time spend listening to me on the NetLine is much appreciated. Thank you for showing me the way …

I know how lonely and tough it can be in the throes of addiction. If I could use my experience to help others, as I’ve been helped, it was something I definitely wanted to do.