Free state-funded care

Massachusetts funds gambling-treatment for residents.

Through Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH), eligible Massachusetts residents can access Massachusetts Office of Problem Gambling Services (OPGS) at no cost.

“Our services are free and confidential.”

— Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH), verified 2026-04-28

Program facts

ProgramMassachusetts Office of Problem Gambling Services (OPGS)
Administered byMassachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH)
Funding sourceState Health Department
AlsoText "GAMB"

Who qualifies

Massachusetts residents affected by problem gambling.

How to access

  1. Call the MA Helpline at 1-800-327-5050 (or text "GAMB").
  2. Get connected to a DPH-contracted statewide outpatient provider.
  3. M-TAC clinical training supports the provider network.

See participating providers

Cope Compass surfaces Massachusetts state-funded providers in our directory with verified provenance from Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH).

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Verify with the official source

We’ve done our best to represent Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH)’s program accurately. To verify your eligibility before any action, go directly to the source:

https://www.mass.gov/orgs/office-of-problem-gambling-services ↗

Frequently asked questions

Is gambling treatment really free in Massachusetts?
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) states: “Our services are free and confidential.” The eligibility page is the source of truth — verify your own situation there before any action.
Do I need insurance?
State-funded programs are designed to serve people without insurance, with insurance gaps, or whose insurance doesn’t cover gambling-disorder treatment. Many programs are payer-of-last-resort — they fill the gap when other coverage isn’t available.
What if I don't qualify?
Cope Compass also lists treatment providers who accept various insurance plans, sliding-scale providers, and private-pay options. Our directory filter at /find-help/ lets you search by insurance and provider type.
Anything else I should know?
Consumer-facing helpline page: maproblemgamblinghelpline.org.
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Source. Listed by Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) via www.mass.gov. Last verified 2026-04-28.

Disclaimer. Cope Compass is not affiliated with Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH). We surface state-funded gambling-treatment programs as a public service — the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) site is the authoritative source for eligibility, enrollment, and coverage.