Gambling support services in Down
Ulster · Northern Ireland (UK)
Down is served by NI Health and Social Care addiction services. Belfast and Newry are the main hubs for in-person gambling support.
Local in Down
- GamCare National Gambling Helpline (UK): 0808 8020 133.
- ASCERT covers Down via the South Eastern Trust area.
- Dunlewey Addiction Services — Belfast.
- NHS / HSC addiction services via GP referral.
Local listings are informational and non-endorsing. Always confirm opening hours and referral routes directly with each service.
National services that apply in Down
- GamCare National Gambling Helpline (UK) — 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7).
- ASCERT — gambling support across Northern Ireland.
- Dunlewey Addiction Services — Belfast-based, NI-wide referrals.
- Gordon Moody — UK-wide residential treatment for severe gambling harm.
- Gamblers Anonymous Britain — peer support meetings in NI.
Debt support in Down
StepChange (UK) on 0800 138 1111 and Christians Against Poverty offer free debt advice in Down. See our complete guide to gambling debt in Ireland and the action-focused debt support hub.
Self-exclusion and blocking
Self-exclusion works the same way in Down as anywhere else in Ireland. See self-exclusion options and bank blocking.
If you are in crisis
- Samaritans — 116 123 (free, 24/7).
- Pieta — 1800 247 247 (free, 24/7).
- Emergency — 999 or 112.
FAQs — gambling support in Down
- Do I need a GP referral?
- For HSE addiction services, usually yes. Voluntary services such as Gambling Care, Extern and Gamblers Anonymous accept self-referrals.
- Is support free in Down?
- HSE, MABS, Samaritans, Pieta and the major voluntary providers are free. Some private counsellors charge fees.
- Can I get help anonymously?
- Yes. Helplines and peer-support meetings can be accessed without sharing identifying information.
- What if there is no local in-person service for me?
- National phone and online services give full coverage, and several providers will arrange travel-free counselling by phone or video.
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This page is information only. It is not medical advice, diagnosis, counselling or crisis support.