At Shama, we provide tailored, holistic support for women affected by gambling harms, whether they are directly impacted or affected by someone else’s gambling. Our approach is culturally sensitive, with multilingual staff ensuring that language is never a barrier to accessing help. We offer a safe, supportive environment where women can participate in practical activities designed to help them rebuild their lives and make lasting, positive changes.
Our Services Include:
1-1 Support: Personalised one-on-one support for women suffering from gambling harms.
Group Peer Support: Join our peer support groups where women can share their experiences in a safe, welcoming environment.
Shama In-House Services
In addition to our gambling harm support, Shama offers a range of in-house services to address the broader needs of our clients:
Counselling: Mental health counselling for those struggling with emotional well-being.
Welfare Rights Advice: Assistance with navigating benefits and legal rights.
Domestic Abuse Support: Helping women facing domestic abuse with dedicated support.
Befriending Service: Offering one-to-one support and someone to talk to during difficult times.
Each client is assessed individually, and we ensure appropriate internal referrals are made to these services as needed.
Classes at Shama
We offer a wide range of classes aimed at empowering women, improving skills, and promoting well-being. Some of our key classes include:
Accredited ESOL, IT, and Numbers for Everyday Life: These classes run for approximately 10-12 weeks.
Sewing Classes: From alterations to garment making.
Baking, Cooking, Hair & Makeup.
Job Club: employment support through our Job Club.
Aged 18 and over: Our services are available to individuals aged 18 and above.
Open to all genders: While many of our services focus on women, we also offer welfare rights advice and counselling to men.
Location: Based in Leicester, Leicestershire, we provide support to individuals within the local community.