Every year, the debt awareness week aims to increase awareness of debt, and suggestions and solutions available to help. Our friends at StepChange, Debt Amal, share how to get support.
At StepChange, we understand that asking for help can be difficult, which is why we are working with Gamcare.
If you-or loved ones struggle with gambling damage that affect your finances, often it can feel like everything eats all.
Reaching Gamcare is an important first step in controlling your situation. Gamcare can provide the support and guidelines you need to manage your relationship with gambling, and StepChange can help you take back your financial control.
Understand your debt situation
No matter what your debt situation is, StepChange is here to offer secret advice that does not judge.
Once you are ready, we will work with you to find a debt solution to manage your debt along with the additional support that you have received from Gamcare. We understand that there may be a stigma around the gambling itself, but rest assured that we don’t need to know how your debt is made, we are only about helping you complete it.
The process is direct, and you will have as many or little support you want. We will ask about your debt and any action taken by the creditor, and we will provide the right solution to ensure you can make the right decision.
Take steps towards dealing with debt
In the end, the decision is yours, but we can also suggest additional support that you might not consider, such as applications for breathing space, potential benefits or difficulties that can help with certain debts.
We will work together to make the most suitable plan for your situation, ensuring that the steps you take are clear and managed.
We are committed to treating everyone with respect and understanding. If you prefer not to discuss your personal situation immediately, it’s okay – we respect your privacy and speed.
Although we often hear that is a concern, getting free debt advice does not affect your credit ranking. We do not tell anyone that you access debt advice unless you ask us, and your credit file is still not affected. However, certain debt solutions can appear in your credit file – When you are through free debt advice, your advisor will remind you of the pros and cons of all the available options.
Moving towards freedom from debt
The debt awareness week is an annual reminder that no one feels ashamed because of seeking help, so if your debt causes an increase in stress, it might be time to access the free support available.
Depending on what feels the most comfortable for you, there are several ways you can get support. You can contact us online via the StepChange website, talk by telephone, or use chat service on your online account.
While StepChange can help you manage your debt, if you or loved ones experience financial problems due to gambling damage, gamcare can support you to overcome the roots of the cause. Contact the 24/7 National Gambling Assistance at 0808 8020 133 or direct chat on the website for free, suggestions and secret support.
Stepchange is permitted and regulated by the authority of financial behavior.
