Treatment is provided at no cost to problem gamblers, family members and concerned others who reside in Kansas. Call the 24-hour helpline at 800-522-4700.

Help for Families of Gamblers

Problem Gamblers are not the only ones who suffer from this disorder. People close to the gambler often feel pain, heartache and anguish as well. At first, it's easy to make excuses for an individual's gambling behavior; many people feel compelled to loan money in an effort to help. However, the bills soon pile up and seemingly insurmountable debts accumulate. Panic and anxiety set in. Family and friends often feel resentful and isolated, and domestic violence is not uncommon.

Fortunately, there are ways to make changes in your life. Through the support of counseling and Gam-Anon®, you can learn to:
  • Not blame yourself for the problem, and instead take responsibility for your own life.
  • Distance yourself from the problem behavior.
  • Restore normal life routines.
  • Confront and cease enabling behaviors.
  • Reinforce appropriate actions for recovery.
If you are affected by someone's gambling, and you are looking for help for families of gamblers
call the 24 hour gambling helpline at 800-522-4700. 
Explore the links below for additional things 
you can do right now.

Recognize the Problem

Gam-Anon® has compiled a list of 20 indicators to look for if you suspect someone has a problem with gambling.

Get Support for Yourself

It is crucial to have a support system while you learn how to cope, and effectively help someone who has a problem with gambling.

Learn How to Help

While it may not be easy, there are many practical ways to help someone who has a problem with gambling.