Help, breaks and self-exclusion in New Jersey

Free, confidential help is there any time. If gambling's taking more of your money or time than you'd like, talk to someone. You don't need to be in crisis to call.

Online gambling here is only for adults aged 21 or over.

If you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800-GAMBLER

Talk to someone now

1-800-GAMBLER (Council on Compulsive Gambling of New Jersey)
1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2453)
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Online chat ('Chat with us') and text via 800gambler.org; free.
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DGE Self-Exclusion Hotline
1-833-788-4DGE
not stated
For self-exclusion and responsible gaming information / appointments.
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Block yourself from gambling

Self-exclusion locks you out of gambling accounts for as long as you choose. It's free and takes a few minutes.

NJ DGE Self-Exclusion Program (internet gaming)
Self-exclude from NJ internet gaming (or internet gaming + sports wagering, or all casinos + online); online enrolment offers 1 or 5 years, in-person/video enrolment also offers lifetime.
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Signs it might be time for a break

Spending more money or time than you planned
Chasing losses or borrowing to gamble
Hiding gambling from people close to you
Feeling anxious or irritable when you're not playing

Tools every licensed casino must offer

Every licensed casino lets you set deposit limits, take a time-out or self-exclude from your account settings. Best move: set your limits before you play, not after a bad night.

More support

National Council on Problem Gambling — 1-800-MY-RESET
National Problem Gambling Helpline: call or text 1-800-MY-RESET (1-800-697-3738), chat at 1800myreset.org; 24/7, free, confidential. 1-800-522-4700 remains active. Not a crisis line (call 911 or 988 in a crisis).
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