Gambling Helpline
| 24/7 Gambling Helpline: 811 Service Provider Websites: https://www.gov.nl.ca/hcs/mentalhealth-committee/mentalhealth/helplines-and-navigator/ http://www.health.gov.nl.ca/health/mentalhealth/provincial_programs_services.html |
Mandate:
The Gambling Helpline is dedicated to supporting gamblers and their families; and reducing and eliminating problem gambling in NL.
Target Population:
Individuals who are concerned about their own or another’s gambling. The Helpline is available for anyone experiencing a problem or negatively impacted by gambling, as well as family or friends.
Highlights of Programs/Services Offered:
- A 24 hour, 365 days of the year, telephone service for people who are concerned about their own or another’s gambling. The helpline provides:
- Information
- Basic education regarding gambling problems
- Crisis intervention
- Possible referral to other appropriate support services
- All calls are confidential and free of charge.