About Us
We are an independent UK charity dedicated to helping people recover from gambling harm and rebuild positive lives.
We are driven by the belief that everyone should have access to the support needed to overcome the devastating impact of gambling harm.
Since launching in 2021, the EPIC Restart Foundation has developed life-changing programmes to empower people to rebuild positive lives after gambling harm.
We were founded by EPIC Global Solutions, whose team - many of whom, including CEO Paul Buck, have personal experience with gambling harm - were inspired by a passion for helping others. Their lived experience and dedication to supporting those affected by gambling harm led to the creation of the EPIC Restart Foundation.
Our team, many of whom have personal experience of gambling harm, found that people often struggle to build and maintain a positive recovery. They face challenges such as poor mental health, anxiety, debt, isolation, stigma, and low confidence, which can lead to relapse. Because of this, we spent two years developing and testing a holistic approach to support people through their recovery.
Today, EPIC Restart Foundation is an independent charity working across the UK to support people recovering from gambling harm, break down stigma and raise awareness.
Our approach brings together experts across many sectors, and those who have experienced gambling harm to create powerful programmes that make a real difference, no matter where someone is in their recovery. We work to create a seamless pathway to recovery, prevent further harm, and give individuals the best chance for a lasting, positive recovery.
Our programmes offer life-changing personal development workshops, one-on-one recovery coaching from people with lived experience, and ongoing support through our EPIC Restart Community—an online network with events, coaching, and education. We help people overcome the isolation that often comes with gambling addiction, rebuilding confidence, resilience, and self-belief.
We equip people with the tools to develop coping strategies, find a sense of direction, and rebuild relationships. Our goal is to help individuals move forward with their lives, feeling stronger and more confident after gambling harm.
