Gambling

Created by the Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS), this is a confidential, 24/7 helpline for those in need of help.

Get Help for Problem Gambling
Website: Click here.

The state of Connecticut provides resources in one site including:

  • Responsible Play CT is a new resource developed in partnership with the Connecticut Council on Problem Gaming, the gambling industry, the Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services, and the CT Lottery.
  • The Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling offers trained Helpline Specialists who connect callers to free, immediate support & treatment options in Connecticut.
  • The Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS)
  • The National Problem Gambling Helpline is available at 800.522.4700.
  • Gamblers Anonymous (www.gamblersanonymous.org) is fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from a gambling problem.
  • Gam-Anon (www.gam-anon.org) is a self-help organization for the spouse, family or close friends of compulsive gamblers.

Youth Oriented Gambling Resources
Website: Click here.

 

Connecticut Gambling and Gaming is a safe space for youth and parents to learn more about some of the risks involved with gambling and gaming and to minimize harms. Click here.

Region 5 Problem Gambling Awareness Team
Website: Click here.

Brookfield Cares is one of the prevention councils in the Western CT Coalition, and this effort works toward raising awareness around disordered gambling and helping connect those in need to treatment. The Team offers awareness trainings, seminars, and more. There are also opportunities to get involved. Click here to learn more.