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Minnesota Problem Gambling Helpline - Minnesota Department of Human Services

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Resource Name:Minnesota Problem Gambling Helpline - Minnesota Department of Human Services

address

540 Cedar Street, Saint Paul, MN 55155

Eligibility

Open to all

Hours

24 hours/7 days a week
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Intake Text HOPE for a treatment provider

(800)333-4673

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800-333-HOPE Minnesota's Problem Gambling Helpline

(651)431-2460

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Intake DHS Behavioral Health Administration

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Intake Text HOPE to talk with a live counselor

Interpretation services

Interpreters available

Application process

Call; text

Service area

MN

Other Information

Program Fees

  • No Fee

Hours of Operation

  • Open Weekday Evenings After 5 pm
  • Open Saturday or Sunday
Provides information, resources, and a 24-hour helpline about problem gambling. The Department of Human Services created the website and helpline, https://getgamblinghelp.com/, to address and offer aid to those struggling with compulsive gambling. Information for gambling and treatment is available, free of charge, for qualifying individuals throughout Minnesota.To participate in a motivational text messaging program, text HOPE, a text program offering the option to talk with a live counselor, information about problem gambling, encouragement to change, tips, and suggestions on how to make the changes.

Last Assured

07/22/2025

Providing organization

Minnesota Department of Human Services
Provides or administers a variety of services to help people meet their basic needs and live as independently as possible. The state department of human services offers programs for food and nutrition, housing, income support, health care, child care assistance, and mental health.