Debt Awareness Week – No Judgment

This is a debt awareness week, and this year’s theme is “no assessment” – which aims to challenge the stigma about debt.

Talking about money is not easy. If you have ever divided the bill while eating (even though your friend has three courses and you have it!) Or see the gas meter down much faster than before, you might fight one of these conversations.

Many of us avoid it, which makes it feel more difficult to talk about. We are here to give you a place to start.

Most people have debts at several points. Most people do not openly discuss it, so if you fight with debt, it can feel very lonely.

Gambling can make this more complicated. People tell us that they have run the debt used to cover their living expenses due to gambling, or that they lose the gambling money they need for payment. This can cause more gambling to try and pay it off. If this sounds familiar, you are not alone.

Debt advice

Our fact sheet about debt advice speaks to you through what is expected if you reach debt advice, and where you can talk to someone with confidence, free. Debt advisors are accustomed to talking to people in all kinds of situations. They will never judge you, and nothing will surprise or surprise them. They might be able to offer solutions that you have never thought of before.

Many people are worried about their credit scores, but talking with debt advisors will not affect your credit score in any way. This will not be in your credit file (more about this here). Remember – it’s really your choice whether you choose to continue whatever action suggested by your debt advisor, and what you choose.

Another way to get support

If you don’t feel ready to take a jump first, you can always chat with our money guide service first. We will never judge you in any way, whatever your situation.

We are here to help you control your finances and feel more confident in managing it, but it’s looking for you. Talk to the help of Gamcare National Gambling Online or at 0808 8020 133 and ask to be referred.

You can even start by joining our money -themed chat room, which runs every Wednesday at 6 pm. This is a safe and supportive space to talk to other people affected by gambling, guided by our moderator.

Whoever you are talking to – a loved one, a debt advice organization, or one of us at Gamcare – Speaking is a big step forward. Achieve today’s support.