GA Meetings
Visit the New England Gamblers’ Anonymous Intergroup for meetings: http://newenglandga.com/ Visit the Gamblers’ Anonymous site at https://www.gamblersanonymous.org/ga/ for resources and to locate a meeting.Additional groups and resources
Gam-Anon is a resource for loved ones who are impacted by problem gambling. Learn more at https://www.gam-anon.org/
Gamblers, Family and Friends in Recovery is a website to find virtual meetings and support 24/7/365. https://gamblersinrecovery.com/
SMART Recovery offers support for anyone wanting to address any addiction or harmful habit. SMART offers support groups (in-person and online), online tools and forums, and emphasizes self-empowerment and self-reliance. SMART has a gambling-focused online forum. https://www.smartrecovery.org/
Gamtalk offers an online community forum, confidential chat and other resources. https://www.gamtalk.org/
In The Rooms is an online recovery community offering a large selection of support and resources, including some which are gambling-specific. https://www.intherooms.com/home/
Recovery Community Centers
Recovery Community Centers provide support, education and resources for people recovering from and affected by addiction. Each center offers a unique mix of peer support, recovery meetings, wellness activities, and more. Here is a list of Recovery Community Centers around Maine.
Free Downloadable Workbooks
Here are some downloadable workbooks with tools and resources.
Note: These workbooks were created by organizations outside of Maine. The content they contain are very useful. Keep in mind that certain resources, such as helplines listed may be specific to other jurisdictions. For Maine-specific help, call 211, text your zip-code to 898-211, email info@211maine.org, or visit 211maine.org.
- For people concerned about their gambling:
- For professionals: Problem Gamblers and Their Finances: A Guide for Treatment Professionals
- For loved ones: Personal Financial Strategies for the Loved Ones of Problem Gamblers
- For families: Problem Gambling Family Guide
- For anyone: The Hidden Addiction
Podcasts
Podcasts: Find information and inspiration any time by listening to podcasts on your device.
Here’s a partial list:
- All In: The Addicted Gambler’s Podcast
- After Gambling Podcast
- The Broke Girl Society
- All Bets Are Off Podcast
- Fall In: the Problem Gambling Podcast for Military Service Members and Veterans
Youtube:
The Bet Free Life with Brian and Christina at https://www.youtube.com/@thebetfreelife
Watch this YouTube video to meet several problem gambling podcast hosts and here their stories. https://youtu.be/Iutyu_7CMp4