About us

Support, guidance, and hope for anyone affected by gambling.

800gambler.com is a free national resource finder for anyone affected by gambling, and the national starting point for support. The service is provided by the Evive Foundation and built by Evive, working with the Council on Compulsive Gambling of New Jersey, which runs the 1-800-GAMBLER helpline. Find your state's helpline, plus peer support, treatment and tools you can use anywhere in the U.S.

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What we do

24/7 confidential support

Offer 24/7, confidential support via call, text, or chat

State-specific resources

Connect people to state-specific services and treatment

Family support

Provide information and support for friends and family

National programs

Highlight national programs and peer-support groups

What happens when you contact the helpline

Speak to a trained specialist

You'll talk with someone who understands gambling-related challenges and is there to listen without judgment. They're trained to support both individuals and loved ones.

Answer a few simple questions

To get you the right type of help, the specialist may ask basic questions about what's going on, how you're feeling, and what kind of support you're looking for. There are no wrong answers.

Get help identifying what you need

Based on what you share, the specialist will help clarify what type of support might be most helpful — whether that's immediate guidance, ongoing support, or local resources.

Access the right support for you

You'll receive recommendations tailored to your location, including state services, treatment providers, support groups, or national programs — all free, confidential, and easy to access.

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