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Working to Minimise Gambling-Related Harm Catherine Sweet Marketing and Communications Manager Our support services GamCare is an independent UK charity. We are the leading provider of information, advice, support and free treatment for anyone
Catherine Sweet Marketing and Communications Manager
GamCare is an independent UK charity. We are the leading provider of information, advice, support and free treatment for anyone affected by gambling-related harm. We provide both face-to-face, online and telephone support.
National Gambling HelpLine NetLine (web chat) Forum Chatroom Free treatment
more than 40,000 calls each year
who deliver GamCare treatment services across England, Scotland and Wales
8,000 clients last year
treatment services to reach more people
Exploring area-based vulnerability to gambling-related harm: Developing the gambling-related harm risk index Heather Wardle, Gaynor Astbury, Mark Thurstain-Goodwin & Si Parker 9th February 2016
Self-exclusion – multi-operator schemes in development Blocking software – available free for most operating systems Money management Ongoing support networks – mutual aid, Forums, Chatrooms Lots of information at www.gamcare.org.uk Screening and signposting
Free support leaflets, contact cards and screening materials Training from our in-house team:
Collaboration to extend treatment network Youth outreach programme – education and prevention