What is Safer Gambling?

Safer Gambling and Responsible Gambling are broad terms often used by the gambling industry.  They are intended to describe the initiatives and measures the Industry has in place to inform gamblers on how to keep gambling fun and safe, provide helpful tools to protect players from adverse consequences of gambling,  as well as ensuring gamblers have adequate support services  if and when required..

Services Available

Whether you’re seeking support for yourself or a loved one, there are many free specialised services nationwide. They range from a National Helpline, residential treatment programs and in-person counselling to online counselling, support groups, and self-help tools.

These resources are designed to help individuals address the effects of problem gambling and regain control of their lives. The Gambling Awareness Trust selects, funds and supervises the wide range of services available, so please click here for a full list of gambling addiction services available free of charge . in Ireland.

Dunlewey Addiction Centre

National Gambling Helpline

Dunlewey Addiction Services providing telephone and inperson counselling for people affected negatively by gambling

The Dunlewey Centre operates a free, confidential helpline service 365 days per year from 9.00am – 11.00pm for individuals affected by their own or a family member’s problem gambling issues.

Telephone 1800 936 725

Family Resource Centre

Family Support

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There are 20 Family Resource Centres across the country, now providing professional and confidential counselling services to those experiencing harmful gambling, and their families.

Please click here for further information.

Aiséirí

Residential Treatment

Aiséirí provides addiction treatment for adults and young people who are struggling with gambling addiction.

Aiséirí provides community and residential services to help young people, adults and families overcome addiction and lead meaningful lives in recovery.

Please click here for further information.