Responsible Gaming

Gambling Should Be Entertainment

At Care Cornwall, we believe that gambling should only ever be viewed as entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Crypto casino games are games of chance with a house edge, meaning the odds are always in favour of the operator in the long term.

Please gamble within your means and only with money you can afford to lose. If you feel your gambling is becoming a problem, support is available.

Age Verification

You must be 18 years of age or older to gamble in the United Kingdom. This is a legal requirement. If you are under 18, you must not use any casino services.

All operators we recommend conduct strict age verification checks. If you are underage and have accidentally accessed a casino, please stop immediately and speak to a trusted adult.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Do you recognise any of these signs in your own behaviour?

• Chasing losses: Continuing to gamble to try to win back money you've lost
• Hiding gambling: Keeping your gambling secret from family or friends
• Spending more than planned: Gambling with larger amounts or for longer than intended
• Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or important commitments due to gambling
• Borrowing to gamble: Taking loans or using credit to fund gambling
• Mood changes: Feeling irritable or anxious when unable to gamble
• Tolerance: Needing to bet more money to get the same excitement
• Loss of control: Being unable to stick to limits you've set
• Financial problems: Struggling to pay bills or debts because of gambling
• Relationship strain: Arguments with loved ones about your gambling

If you recognise any of these signs, it's important to seek help as soon as possible. Problem gambling can escalate quickly, but support is available.

Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gambling Features

Most reputable crypto casinos offer tools to help you stay in control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit in a day, week, or month
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose in a session
• Betting Limits: Control the maximum stake you can place on individual bets
• Reality Checks: Receive pop-up reminders of how long you've been playing
• Time-Out: Take a break from gambling for a set period (hours, days, or weeks)
• Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from a casino for a set period or permanently
• Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish

We recommend using these tools proactively, even if you feel you're in control. They're a sign of responsible gambling.

Support Organisations & Helplines

If you're struggling with gambling, please reach out to one of these organisations. All services are confidential and free:

United Kingdom

• GamCare
  Free counselling, support, and information for problem gamblers and their families
  www.gamcare.org.uk
  Phone: 0808 802 0133 (free, confidential)
• GamStop
  The National Self-Exclusion Scheme for online gambling in Great Britain
  www.gamstop.co.uk
  Self-exclude from all participating online casinos with one registration
• Gamblers Anonymous
  Support groups and 12-step programme for problem gamblers
  Phone: 0800 374 318

International Support

• Australia – Gambling Help Online
  www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
• Canada – Responsible Gambling Council
  www.responsiblegambling.org
• United States – National Council on Problem Gambling
  www.ncpgambling.org
  National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
• Germany – Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
  Information and support on problem gambling
  Telephone Counselling: 0800 1 37 27 00

Need Help? Take Action Today

If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, please don't wait. Help is available right now:

• Call GamCare: 0808 802 0133 (24/7, free and confidential)
• Register with GamStop: Self-exclude from all UK online casinos at www.gamstop.co.uk
• Speak to someone you trust: Family, friends, or a counsellor can offer support
• Seek professional help: Your GP can refer you to specialist gambling treatment services

Remember: Asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Recovery is possible.

Our Commitment

Care Cornwall is committed to promoting responsible gambling. We only recommend licensed and regulated crypto casinos that implement robust player protection measures, including age verification, deposit limits, and self-exclusion options.

If you have any concerns about the operators we recommend, or if you need more information about responsible gambling, please contact us.