Responsible Gaming
Introduction
At Sacred Sounds Women's Choir, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming. It is essential to understand that gambling should be viewed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Casino games are designed for enjoyment, and the odds always favour the house in the long term.
Please gamble responsibly and within your means. Set a budget you can afford to lose and stick to it.
Age Verification
Online gambling is strictly for persons aged 18 years and over in the United Kingdom. It is illegal for anyone under this age to participate in gambling activities. If you are under 18, please do not access gambling sites.
We take age verification seriously and comply with all UK Gambling Commission regulations.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. Please check yourself against these warning signs:
- Constantly thinking about gambling or past gambling experiences
- Needing to gamble with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement
- Repeatedly trying to cut back or stop gambling without success
- Gambling to escape problems or relieve stress
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Lying to family, friends, or others about the extent of your gambling
- Jeopardising important relationships, education, or career opportunities due to gambling
- Borrowing money or using credit to fund gambling
- Experiencing financial difficulties or debt because of gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or depressed when unable to gamble
If you recognise any of these signs in yourself, please seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools
Responsible gaming operators provide several tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Restrict the amount you can lose during a set timeframe
- Time-Out: Take a break from gambling for a specified period (hours, days, or weeks)
- Reality Checks: Receive pop-up reminders during gaming sessions to check how long you've been playing
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from gambling sites for an extended period
Use these tools proactively to maintain healthy gambling habits.
Support Organisations
If you are struggling with gambling, support is available. Please reach out to one of these trusted organisations:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free counselling and support services
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Phone: 0808 8020 133 (free and confidential) - GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk - Gamblers Anonymous – Peer support and meetings
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk
Other Countries
- Australia – Gambling Help Online
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au - Canada – Responsible Gambling Council
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org - United States – National Council on Problem Gambling
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 - Germany – Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
Website: www.bzga.de
Call to Action
If you believe you have a gambling problem, please seek help today. There is no shame in reaching out. Problem gambling is a recognised condition, and support services are confidential and free of charge.
Contact GamCare, GamStop, or Gamblers Anonymous (in the UK) or the organisation appropriate for your location listed above. Your wellbeing is more important than any wager.
Gambling should be fun. If it stops being fun, it's time to stop.