# Gambling Help Resources - Virginia ## National Resources - **National Problem Gambling Helpline (NCPG):** - **Phone:** 1-800-522-4700 - **Text:** Send "HELP" to 1-800-522-4700 - **Website:** [https://www.ncpgambling.org](https://www.ncpgambling.org/) - **Services Provided:** 24/7 confidential support, information, and referrals for individuals affected by problem gambling. - **Gamblers Anonymous (GA):** - **Phone:** 1-626-960-3500 - **Website:** [https://www.gamblersanonymous.org](https://www.gamblersanonymous.org/) - **Services Provided:** Peer support meetings, self-help tools, and resources for problem gamblers. - **Gam-Anon (for Families):** - **Phone:** 1-718-352-1671 - **Website:** [https://www.gam-anon.org](https://www.gam-anon.org/) - **Description:** Support and resources for family members and loved ones of problem gamblers. ## Statewide Gambling Help Services - **Virginia Council on Problem Gambling (VCPG):** - **Phone:** 1-888-532-3500 - **Website:** [https://vcpg.net/](https://vcpg.net/) - **Services Provided:** Advocacy, support groups, educational resources, and a confidential helpline for individuals and families affected by problem gambling. - **Virginia Problem Gambling Helpline:** - **Phone:** 1-888-532-3500 - **Website:** [https://www.valottery.com/playingmatters/playresponsibly](https://www.valottery.com/playingmatters/playresponsibly) - **Services Provided:** Confidential support, information, and referrals for individuals affected by problem gambling. ## Regional Gambling Help Services ### Richmond Area - **Horizon Behavioral Health:** - **Phone:** 1-434-477-5000 - **Website:** [https://www.horizonbh.org/gambling/](https://www.horizonbh.org/gambling/) - **Office Location:** 2215 Langhorne Rd, Lynchburg, VA 24501 - **Specialized Services:** Counseling services for individuals struggling with problem gambling, including assessment and treatment planning. ### Northern Virginia - **Problem Gambling Help Network of West Virginia (serving parts of Virginia):** - **Phone:** 1-800-GAMBLER - **Website:** [https://www.1800gambler.net/](https://www.1800gambler.net/) - **Specialized Services:** Free, confidential help for those dealing with a gambling addiction, including outreach and prevention efforts. ## Reporting and Emergency Support - **National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG):** - **Phone:** 1-800-522-4700 - **Website:** [https://www.ncpgambling.org](https://www.ncpgambling.org/) - **When to Call:** For immediate support and guidance related to gambling problems. ## Online Resources - **GamTalk:** - **Website:** [https://www.gamtalk.org](https://www.gamtalk.org/) - **Features:** Online support community for individuals affected by problem gambling. ## Educational Resources - **Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services - Problem Gambling:** - **Website:** [https://dbhds.virginia.gov/office-of-recovery-services/problem-gambling/](https://dbhds.virginia.gov/office-of-recovery-services/problem-gambling/) - **Description:** Information on problem gambling, prevention resources, and links to support services. ## Additional Support - **Virginia Problem Gambling Treatment and Support Advisory Committee:** - **Website:** [https://dbhds.virginia.gov/pgts-committee/](https://dbhds.virginia.gov/pgts-committee/) - **Services Provided:** Collaboration among prevention and treatment providers and operators of legal gaming in Virginia to reduce the negative effects of problem gambling. --- _Updated as of January 5, 2025. For corrections or additional information, please contact the Virginia Council on Problem Gambling at [https://vcpg.net/contact-us/](https://vcpg.net/contact-us/)._