What can I expect from support? Adele’s story

When I found out about my husband’s gambling, I was in a state of shock and unsure where to turn. This is my story of how GamCare’s support helped me cope and start to move forward.

My first session with the Money Guidance Service came shortly after my first meeting with Nina.

I was introduced to Dawn who instantly put me at ease. With my permission, Nina had already spoken to Dawn to explain my situation which meant I didn’t have to tell my story again from the beginning.

My husband and I are now working together and have weekly meetings where we sit and talk about our finances. We’ve even managed to put some money aside to go away for the weekend, which I’d never thought would have been possible.

*This case study has been created by Women’s Pathway and is based on the real journey of a woman who received support from GamCare. All names have been changed to protect the individual’s confidentiality.

Accessing Support

You can access one-to-one and Money Guidance by contacting The National Gambling Helpline. You can speak with one of our advisers over the phone on 0808 80 20 133 or on live chat 24 hours a day, every day of the year.

To find out more about what support is available for women visit the Women’s Pathway webpage.