Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At myyardchangemakers.org, we're committed to promoting responsible gambling practices. Gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, similar to going to the cinema or the theatre. It is never a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems.
Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and set strict limits before you start playing.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older (or the legal age for gambling in your jurisdiction) to access and use any casino services featured on this website. We take age verification seriously and encourage parents and guardians to use parental controls to prevent underage access to gambling content.
If you are under the legal age for gambling, please do not proceed.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, it may indicate a gambling problem:
- Constantly thinking about gambling or past gambling experiences
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activity or lying about the amount of time or money spent
- Feeling anxious or irritable when trying to reduce gambling
- Gambling with money needed for essential expenses (bills, rent, food)
- Borrowing money or getting into debt to fund gambling
- Neglecting family, friends, work, or education due to gambling
- Gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
- Failed attempts to control or stop gambling
- Increased gambling stakes to achieve the same level of excitement
If you identify with any of these warning signs, please reach out for support immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Controls
Responsible gambling platforms provide several tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount of money you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Establish a limit on how much you're willing to lose during a gaming session
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders during gameplay to check how long you've been gambling and how much you've spent
- Session Time Limits: Set a maximum duration for each gambling session
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing gambling platforms
- Account Closure: Close your account if you need to take a break from gambling
We recommend using these tools proactively to maintain control over your gambling habits.
Support Organisations
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Here are reputable organisations offering free, confidential support:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free counselling and support for problem gamblers and their families
www.gamcare.org.uk
Phone: 0808 8020 133 (free and confidential) - GamStop – National Self-Exclusion Scheme for online gambling
www.gamstop.co.uk
Allows you to self-exclude from all UK-licensed online gambling operators - Gamblers Anonymous – Support groups and peer assistance
www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk
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)
Hotline: 0800 1 372 374 (free and confidential)
If You Need Help
If you believe you or someone close to you has a gambling problem, please seek help immediately. Problem gambling is a serious condition that can have significant impacts on mental health, finances, and relationships, but recovery is possible with the right support.
Don't suffer in silence. Reach out to one of the organisations listed above – they are staffed by professionals trained to help, and all support is completely confidential and free of charge.
Remember: Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Last Updated: 2026 | This information is provided for harm reduction purposes. For the most current support services and resources, please visit the official websites listed above.