Gambling
Introducing our new Trained Associate model
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We outline GamCare’s new Trained Associate model and how we’re working with the first recipient of the model, Motiv8, an Isle of Man based charity. At GamCare, we’ve seen first-hand how the demand for …
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New research shows up to 1.4 million people in Britain experiencing gambling harms
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GambleAware calls for anyone struggling with their gambling to contact the National Gambling Treatment Service (NGTS) for a range of free, confidential support services. These services have been effective …
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GamCare highlights need for self-exclusion scheme for consumers involved in high-risk and cryptocurrency trading
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At Gamcare, we are seeing the growing risks to consumers from high-risk trading and investing, including cryptocurrencies. We suggest a self-exclusion scheme for stock and cryptocurrency traders could help …
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GamCare supported by Northampton Saints and Kettering Town highlights free local support to the East Midlands community
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Ahead of ‘Blue Monday’ next week, we are highlighting the local support that is available across the East Midlands to anyone struggling with their own gambling, or that of loved ones. Local sporting clubs …
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Gambling Helpline Advisers warn of the Christmas risks around gambling
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We are asking people to look out for the signs that someone may be struggling with gambling over the Christmas period, and want to remind people about our live chat option for those who are not able to …
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Why GamCare is pledging to support #HearHer
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Jake examines the links between gambling harms and domestic abuse and what GamCare is doing to help address this issue. 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence is an international campaign to end …
Read more‘Before I joined the Gamcare family I had an image of what gambling was – but now I know there is no such thing as a typical gambler.’
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Frontline Services Adviser, Keely, shares her experiences on taking calls from people that need help and support on the National Gambling Helpline. I have been on the helpline now for over two years and I …
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GamCare tells gamblers “we are here for you” as helpline staff prepare for post-Euros spike in phone calls
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With lockdown restrictions easing and a summer of sport ahead, staff at Britain’s biggest gambling support charity GamCare say the full impact of the Euros is still unknown and are preparing for an …
Read moreYoung people gambling aren’t aware of when it ‘becomes harmful’ to them
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GamCare data reveals 7 in 10[1] young people using their support services in the last three years have directly experienced issues with gambling, with many young people unsure of the risks Using an MRI …
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Hertfordshire Pilot on Gambling and Crime Releases Final Report and Recommendations
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GamCare is sharing learning and achievements from a two-year pilot project designed to explore and offer specialist gambling support for people in contact with the criminal justice system across Hertfordshire.
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