Welcome to the Northstar Problem Gambling Alliance Website

If you or someone you know is struggling with a gambling issue, this site can assist you to:

• understand problem gambling
• learn how to reduce your risk of becoming a problem gambler
• take the first steps toward help for yourself or a friend or loved one

Northstar Problem Gambling Alliance is the Minnesota affiliate to the National Council on Problem Gambling. You can find additional helpful information on the National Council website at www.ncpgambling.org.

Looking for a Gamblers Anonymous meeting? Check out www.minnesotaga.org. for locations and times.

And, if you are concerned that gambling has become more than a game for you or someone you know, don’t be afraid to reach out for help.  Want to talk with someone right now? Pick up the phone and call the  Minnesota Problem Gambling Helpline at  1-800-333-HOPE. Its free, confidential and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.  Help is available (including financial help). Don’t wait for things to get worse.