Chat in English
In the Pelirajaton chat, you can talk confidentially and anonymously about gambling harms. You can join whether you are worried about your own gambling or affected by someone else’s gambling.
The chat offers peer support, encouragement and practical insights into your situation. Topics you can discuss include:
- quitting gambling
- understanding your situation
- supporting a loved one
- setting boundaries
- your wellbeing
- deciding what to do next
The chat is intended as short-term support.
How to join the chat
You can access the chat by clicking the “Chat” button at the bottom of our website during the scheduled chat time.
- The chat is available from January through June and from August through December
- No advance registration is required
- You can participate anonymously by using a screen name
| Day | Time | Peer Mentor |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday | 8:00 PM–9:00 PM | Trained peer mentor with personal experience of gambling harms |
In the chat, you will talk with a trained volunteer peer mentor. Peer mentors have personal experience of gambling problems and recovery, or of living close to someone who gambles.
Any questions? Please contact us.
Jouni Saarelainen
Planner
jouni.saarelainen@sosped.fi | 040 821 1011
Available weekdays from 9 AM to 5 PM