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Call the Problem Gambling HelpLine at 1-800-GAMBLER.

Recovery Support

‘Support’ – to hold up or add strength to.

Recovery from gambling addiction is not an event. It is an ongoing process of change that is best accomplished with the support of others who share similar experiences or beliefs. Recovery support groups are effective because people dealing with the same problem are able to offer support and understanding to each other, and those with longer recovery experience are able to give practical guidance to those who are struggling.

12 Step programs such as Alcoholics Anonymous and Al-Anon, Narcotics Anonymous and Nar-Anon, and many others have proven to be successful for millions of people recovering from substance addictions. Likewise, Gamblers Anonymous and Gam-Anon provide a 12-step framework of recovery support for problem gamblers and their families and friends.

Gamblers Anonymous is a FREE recovery support group for individuals who are problem gamblers and have a desire to stop gambling.
Gam-Anon: A FREE recovery support group for the spouse, family, and friends who are affected by the problem gambler.

Recovery Support Options

Gamblers Anonymous

Gamblers Anonymous (GA) is a peer support group based on the same 12-step principles as Alcoholics Anonymous. Membership is free and is open to anyone who has a desire to stop gambling. Upon entering the Gamblers Anonymous program, new members receive a warm welcome from others who have experienced the pain of a gambling addiction and often discover for the first time that they are not alone in this problem. Members gather for group meetings to share their experience, strength, and hope in order to solve their common problem. Participation in GA is voluntary, and individuals can remain anonymous by identifying themselves by only their first name.

You can learn more about the Gamblers Anonymous program at www.gamblersanonymous.org

Gam-Anon

Gam-Anon is a separate 12-step support group for family members, friends, and anyone who is affected by someone’s gambling problem. In Gam-Anon, members experience relief from anxiety by accepting the fact that they are not responsible for someone else’s gambling problem. The energy wasted in attempts to stop loved ones from gambling is channeled into more useful methods of problem-solving. Members are encouraged to use the support and problem-solving suggestions of the program to rebuild their lives and learn how to give appropriate aid to the gambler. Like Gamblers Anonymous, participation in Gam-Anon is voluntary and free, and individuals can remain anonymous by identifying themselves by only their first name.

You can learn more about the Gam-Anon program at http://www.gam-anon.org 

The Pod Collective Resource Guide

The Pod Collective Resource Guide digital booklet contains a list of podcasts, books, and apps that can support those seeking additional help in their recovery journey. For the PDF version of the resource guide, Click Here.

We encourage anyone in need of support to use the chart below to get information on group meeting times and locations in your area. Many groups also offer online and telephone support.

Gamblers Anonymous –    Southern Nevada Phone Website
Southern NV Meeting List  (pdf)

702-529-0202

 www.gasn.info

Gamblers Anonymous – Northern Nevada Phone Website
RENO Gamblers Anonymous 775-356-8070 www.northernnevadaga.org
CARSON CITY Gamblers Anonymous  775-882-8222 www.northernnevadaga.org
Northern NV Meeting List (pdf)

 

Gam-Anon (for friends & family) Phone Website

Gam-Anon Meeting List (all NV) (pdf)

Gam-Anon Virtual Meetings (PST)

714-801-3485

 

www.gam-anon.org

 

Where do I find problem gambling recovery support services?

For Gamblers Anonymous and Gam-Anon meeting times and locations in Nevada, call, text, or chat the 24-Hour HelpLine or click the link below for the online resource locator.

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