Free state-funded care

Michigan funds gambling-treatment for residents.

Through Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), eligible Michigan residents can access Michigan Gambling Disorder Services at no cost.

“Help is available 24/7 and is free and confidential.”

— Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), verified 2026-04-28

Program facts

ProgramMichigan Gambling Disorder Services
Administered byMichigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS)
Funding sourceState Health Department
Also1-800-GAMBLER

Who qualifies

Michigan residents and their families.

How to access

  1. Call the Michigan Problem Gambling Helpline at 1-800-270-7117 (or 1-800-GAMBLER).
  2. Get connected to MDHHS-funded outpatient gambling-treatment.
  3. Treatment funded by Michigan Lottery + MGCB Compulsive Gaming Prevention Fund ($1M/yr).

See participating providers

Cope Compass surfaces Michigan state-funded providers in our directory with verified provenance from Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS).

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Verify with the official source

We’ve done our best to represent Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS)’s program accurately. To verify your eligibility before any action, go directly to the source:

https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/keep-mi-healthy/mentalhealth/gambling ↗

Frequently asked questions

Is gambling treatment really free in Michigan?
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) states: “Help is available 24/7 and is 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.
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Source. Listed by Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) via www.michigan.gov. Last verified 2026-04-28.

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