I'm hav been gambling for years just recently told family member, everytime I gamble, I become homeless and gamble all my wages away get myself into more debt. I don't want to do this anymore but I can't stop. I'm homeless right now very sick and hungry on the street I have to wait till end of the month to get paid to have money. I don't know how am gonna get to work everyday. I'm very tired, I just want to give up on life that will make my problem go away. I don't want to gamble anymore but is hard. I have ask family for help to get off the street for accommodation nobody is willing to help. I slept in the rain yesterday freezing and crying all because of my mistake. I think of reach my limit. End this gambling with a fight addiction with a fight or end myself.Â
Hello "Fello"
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Thank you for taking the time to write on our Forum today.Â
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It takes courage to share so openly the struggles that you're currently going through, struggles which highlight the destructive and unforgiving nature of gambling.Â
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It can be so difficult to focus on moving forward when there's immediate issues that are affecting you throughout each day. Here are some resources which hopefully can point you towards local support with finding temporary accommodation and a warm meal:Â
https://foodcycle.org.uk/free-food-locations/
https://www.gov.uk/if-youre-homeless-at-risk-of-homelessness
https://www.depaul.org.uk/nightstop/
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You deserve support and you deserve to feel like there is a way forward from all of this. Please don't be alone with your mental health and try reach out to services if you can:Â
https://giveusashout.org/ - Text SHOUT to 85258 (24hr)
Call Samaritans on 116 123
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If you can, consider reaching out to our advisers who are available 24/7 to help. They can explore additional resources with you, help you access ongoing support with your gambling and give you a non-judgmental, supportive space whenever you need it.Â
Our Helpline - 0808 8020 133
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Steven
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