The following behaviors (or combination of behaviors) may indicate that an individual has a gambling problem:

  • Extensive and/or frequent playing sessions, whether rated or not
  • Remains in the gaming area without playing or after their bankroll has been exhausted
  • Regular credit limit increase requests
  • Excessive credit card and/or cash machine use
  • Requests to borrow money from other guests and/or staff
  • Significant changes in betting pattern
  • Losing regard for health and/or hygiene

Underage Gambling

River Bend Casino has a strict policy against underage gambling.  We make every reasonable attempt to prevent minors from gambling or loitering within the gaming areas.

For Additional Help

This provides only a brief overview of the hazards associated with problem gambling.  If you or someone you know needs additional help, ask a supervisor about the many support groups in the area or call Problem Gamblers Helpline at 1.800.522.4700.

Most compulsive gamblers will answer yes to many of the following questions:

  • Do you lose time from work due to gambling?
  • Does gambling make you insensitive to the welfare of your family, thus making your family life unhappy?
  • Have you ever felt remorse after gambling?
  • Have you ever gambled to solve financial difficulties or sold personal items to finance gambling?
  • After winning or losing, do you feel like you must return as soon as possible?
  • Do you often gamble until your last dollar is gone?
  • Do you ever borrow to finance your gambling?
  • Have you ever committed, or considered committing, an illegal act to finance gambling?
  • Do arguments, disappointments, frustration, even good fortune give you an urge to gamble?
  • Have you ever considered self-destruction as a result of your gambling?