Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At lifetimecare.co.nz, we believe that online casino gaming should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. Casino games are games of chance, and the house always has a mathematical advantage. Never gamble with money you cannot afford to lose, and do not view gambling as a way to earn money or solve financial problems.
Please gamble responsibly and within your means. If you find yourself struggling to control your gambling, support is available.
Age Verification
Online casino gaming in New Zealand is restricted to players aged 18 years and over. All operators featured on lifetimecare.co.nz are required to verify the age and identity of all players before allowing access to real-money gaming.
If you are under 18, please do not attempt to register or gamble on any casino platform.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognise any of these warning signs in yourself or someone you know?
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Neglecting work, study, family, or social obligations due to gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Failed attempts to cut down or stop gambling
- Feeling restless or irritable when trying to reduce gambling
- Gambling with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement
If you recognise any of these signs, please reach out for help immediately. Problem gambling is treatable, and support is available.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable online casinos offer built-in tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose during a gaming session
- Reality Checks: Receive pop-up reminders during play showing how much time and money you have spent
- Session Time Limits: Automatically log out after a set period of time
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from a casino or multiple casinos
- Account Closure: Close your account if you wish to stop gambling entirely
We encourage you to use these tools proactively. Most casinos allow you to modify these settings at any time through your account settings.
Support Organisations & Helplines
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Below are support services across the region:
New Zealand
- Problem Gambling Foundation NZ – Free counselling and support
Phone: 0800 664 262 | Website: www.problemgambling.nz - Gamblers Anonymous NZ – Peer support meetings
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.nz
International Support Services
- GamCare (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (United Kingdom) – National self-exclusion scheme
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk - Gambling Help Online (Australia)
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org - National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Take Action Today
If you think you may have a gambling problem, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out. Problem gambling is a treatable condition, and support services are confidential and free.
Contact the Problem Gambling Foundation NZ on 0800 664 262 or visit www.problemgambling.nz for immediate support.
Remember: Gambling should be fun. If it stops being fun, it's time to stop.