Hi my names Daniel 🙁 I’m 32 I’m a gambling addict 🙁 I’m recovering after trying to take my own life after losing 130,000 🙁 Ive had the worst Christmas:( but I start my new job in the new year but I’ve just got to survive till then 🙁 I’ve not eaten in days and I don’t even have the money for bus fare to get to the new job so it’s very tough but I’m determined too start this new life gamble free in 2025
Hello @djb05,
Welcome to the GamCare forum. I'm really glad you have joined. It sounds as though it has been a really hard time for you, but you are taking a really good step by seeking support here.
You can also speak 1-1 with an adviser at any time on 0808 8020 133, on WhatsApp (020 3031 8881) or on our LiveChat; these are all available 24 hours every day. An adviser can talk you through lots of different support available to help you stop gambling.
I am concerned that you have not eaten for days. If you need help with food, you can find this through https://www.trussell.org.uk/. Citizens Advice or your GP should be able to issue a food voucher if needed. You can also contact your local council if you need an emergency food parcel.
There are also food sharing apps you can use such as: https://www.toogoodtogo.com/ , https://fareshare.org.uk/ , https://olioapp.com/en/ , https://thefelixproject.org/ and https://freemymeal.co.uk/ .
You can find a community fridge at
https://www.hubbub.org.uk/the-community-fridge . There may also be community kitchens offering free meals in your area.
StepChange also have information on emergency funding at https://www.stepchange.org/debt-info/emergency-funding.aspx .
It's possible your local JobCentre Plus may be able to help you with travel expenses: https://www.gov.uk/contact-jobcentre-plus
If your appetite is being affected due to gambling, I would suggest speaking with your GP. I would also encourage you to seek support around your mental health.
Support in England/Wales - https://www.mind.org.uk/
Support in Scotland - https://www.samh.org.uk/
Support in Northern Ireland - https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/articles/mental-health-support
You can always call 111 for urgent mental health support or you may be able to access support through a crisis house. In an emergency, please go to A&E or call 999.
Remember with the right support in place, people can and do recover from gambling harm.
Warm wishes,
Sophie
Forum Admin
Hello Daniel
well done for stopping and being here
you can do this lots do this
as the above said you can get help with bus fares and food
have you any family or friends to help ?
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