Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Fun, Not a Financial Solution
At ihn-greater-rochester.org, we believe that gaming—including the Aviator game—should be enjoyed as entertainment only. Gambling should never be viewed as a way to earn money, pay bills, or solve financial problems. The house always has a mathematical advantage, and outcomes are based on chance. Play only with money you can afford to lose, and remember that losses are a normal part of gaming.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction) to participate in gambling activities. If you are under the legal age, please do not use our services. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and protecting young people.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognize any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, it may indicate a gambling problem:
- Chasing Losses: Continuing to gamble to recover money you've lost
- Hiding Gambling: Keeping your gambling activity secret from family or friends
- Increasing Stakes: Needing to gamble with larger amounts to feel the same excitement
- Loss of Control: Unable to stop or reduce gambling despite wanting to
- Neglecting Responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family obligations due to gambling
- Financial Problems: Borrowing money, using credit cards, or going into debt to gamble
- Mood Changes: Gambling to escape problems, stress, anxiety, or depression
- Failed Attempts to Quit: Repeatedly trying and failing to cut back or stop
- Withdrawal Symptoms: Feeling irritable or anxious when not gambling
- Risky Behavior: Gambling despite negative consequences to relationships or finances
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most licensed gaming platforms offer tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit within a specific time period
- Loss Limits: Cap the amount of money you're willing to lose in a session or week
- Time Limits: Set reminders to take breaks during gaming sessions
- Reality Checks: Enable pop-up notifications at regular intervals to remind you how long and how much you've been playing
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing gaming platforms
- Account Closure: Request to close your account if you need a permanent break
If your gaming provider offers these tools, we strongly encourage you to use them.
Support Organizations & Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Here are trusted organizations:
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG)
www.ncpgambling.org
National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 (confidential, free, 24/7) - Gamblers Anonymous
A 12-step support group with meetings nationwide
www.gamblersanonymous.org
International Organizations
- GamCare (United Kingdom)
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (United Kingdom Self-Exclusion)
www.gamstop.co.uk - Gambling Help Online (Australia)
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
www.responsiblegambling.org - Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (Germany)
German federal health education center offering gambling disorder resources
Take Action Today
If you're experiencing problems with gambling, please reach out for help immediately. Speaking with a counselor or calling a helpline is confidential, free, and the first step toward recovery.
Remember: Problem gambling is a treatable condition, and support is available.
National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700