News
Problem gambling help service expands to Derbyshire
26 January 2010
GamCare’s partner APAS delivers GamCare counselling in the Nottingham area and is extending its coverage.
Nick Tegerdine of APAS says:
“I am delighted that APAS, in partnership with GamCare, is able to extend this unique service farther afield to meet the needs of those in Derbyshire. Our qualified and experienced counsellors have had the additional benefit of GamCare’s specific training to help them better understand the particular issues faced by problem gamblers and their families. Previously Derbyshire based people have had to come into Nottingham; the extension of the service to Derbyshire will make these vital services more accessible to many more people”
GamCare CEO Andy McLellan says:
“GamCare has already enjoyed a very successful partnership with APAS and I’m particularly pleased at this latest development. GamCare’s telephone and online helplines, and our online self-help forum are there for anyone concerned about their own or a family member’s gambling, but sometimes face to face counselling is what’s needed. I am delighted that APAS and GamCare are now able to provide this vital service in these areas where there has been no provision locally. Anyone wanting help or advice should contact the GamCare HelpLine: 0845 6000 133 or go online at www.gamcare.org.uk.”
Press contact:
Nick Tegerdine, APAS Tel: 07904 307380 Email: nick@apas.org.uk
Eileen Kinghan, GamCare, 020 7801 7003, eileen@gamcare.org.uk
NOTES FOR EDITORS
1. GamCare, established in 1997, is a registered charity and the leading national authority on the provision of counselling, advice and practical help for anyone experiencing or affected by problem gambling. GamCare delivers free counselling face to face and one to one at two locations in London, in Manchester, nationally through a network of partner agencies, and online. The charity trains its Partners in treating problem gambling and funds them to deliver support to anyone who needs it. For more information about GamCare and how it is funded, and for problem gambling statistics go to http://www.gamcare.org.uk/pages/faqs.html .
2. Anyone concerned about the amount of time or money that they or someone close to them is spending gambling can talk direct and in confidence to an adviser from 8am to midnight on the HelpLine 0845 6000 133 and its equivalent online, NetLine at www.gamcare.org.uk. GamCare’s approach is non-judgemental. Support is available one to one or through the forum and chat room. Advisers can give information about how to access the nearest counselling locally or contacts for other relevant services such as debt help.
3. apas is a non-statutory organisation providing services throughout the East and North Midlands. It is an independent charity funded by grants, service contracts and public donations. www.apas.org.uk.