When does some gambling become too much gambling? We can help you explore gambling’s role in your life. If you want to make a change, we can help.

Self-Evaluation

When you think of the past 12 months, have you bet more than you could really afford to lose?

Almost always Most of the time Sometimes Never

Still thinking about the last 12 months, have you needed to gamble with larger amounts of money to get the same feeling of excitement?

Almost always Most of the time Sometimes Never

When you gambled, did you go back another day to try to win back the money you lost?

Almost always Most of the time Sometimes Never

Have you borrowed money or sold anything to get money to gamble?

Almost always Most of the time Sometimes Never

Have you felt that you might have a problem with gambling?

Almost always Most of the time Sometimes Never

Has gambling caused you any health problems, including stress or anxiety?

Almost always Most of the time Sometimes Never

Have people criticized your betting or told you that you had a gambling problem, regardless of whether or not you thought it was true?

Almost always Most of the time Sometimes Never

Has your gambling caused any financial problems for you or your household?

Almost always Most of the time Sometimes Never

Have you felt guilty about the way you gamble or what happens when you gamble?

Almost always Most of the time Sometimes Never

High Risk

Your score indicates problematic gambling with serious negative consequences. We encourage you to explore this site for options to help. Whether you just want to chat with a professional, get more information, or be referred for counseling, you’ll be connected to the resources that are right for you. We can help you make changes your way. (It’s free and confidential).

Moderate Risk

Your score indicates that you are experiencing negative consequences with gambling and may want to explore making changes. Explore options for cutting back, taking a break, or even quitting. Reach out to us on this site to speak to a professional who gets it and can help you make changes your way. (It’s free and confidential).

Low Risk

Your score indicates that you have experienced one or two minor problems with gambling but have not had any serious negative consequences related to gambling. This might be a good time to think about your relationship with gambling and develop safer play strategies.

Strategies to lower gambling risk – including tools for budgeting and tracking.

Safer Play

Your score indicates you are using safer play strategies and have a healthy relationship with gambling. We want to help you keep it that way.

Find tools and resources – including budgeting and tracking tools.

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There’s more than one path forward. Explore your choices with someone who’s walked those paths.

What to expect

Whether you want to talk through your own or about someone else’s gambling, counselors are available to listen and help you explore options to take a break, cut back or stop gambling altogether. Call text or chat with real people who can get you connected with resources that are right for you when you’re ready, on your terms. 

No referrals needed. There are approximately 46 counseling centers throughout the state of Oregon providing FREE, confidential support for you, concerned others or friends.

About Us

The Oregon Problem Gambling Helpline was established in 2001 to effectively connect Oregonians to resources and help for gambling related issues. Trained professional staff members are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to listen, answer questions, and refer people to free confidential counseling.

If you or someone you care about wants to make a change to their gambling, you can call the Helpline and speak to a certified counselor who understands. Whether you just want to chat, get more information, or be referred for counseling, you’ll be connected to the resources that are right for you.

Call the Helpline 1-877-695-4648 24 hours a day, 7 days a week or text 503-713-6000 between the hours of 8am and 9pm M-F. To speak to someone in Spanish, please call us at 1-844-888-2537. All information shared is confidential and this service is FREE to Oregon residents.

Self-assessment can be a great tool to help you determine if you are experiencing issues with gambling. If your score indicates cause for concern, it’s a good idea to consult with a professional who can provide greater insight into your specific situation.