PROBLEM GAMBLING HELPLINE
If you gamble, playing responsibly should be important to you and the people you care about. Responsible gambling means keeping the game in perspective, limiting your involvement so that it doesn't negatively affect your job, mood, finances, relationships or self-esteem.
Are you concerned about your gambling, or the gambling of someone you care about? Four questions aid in identifying gambling problems:
- Have you ever failed to pay bills or repay debts because of gambling?
- Have people criticized your betting or told you that you had a gambling problem?
- Have you ever been untruthful about the extent of your gambling or hidden it from others?
- Have you ever tried to stop or cut back on how much or how often you gamble?
Answering "YES" to one or more of these questions is cause for concern. |
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PROBLEM GAMBLING LINKS
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RESOURCES AND DOWNLOADS
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"Is Gambling A Problem" Pocket Card - Informational booklets are available at gambling establishments, lottery retailers, offices maintained by the Dept. of Mental Health and Addiction Services and the CT Council on Problem Gambling. |
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The Right Way to Play - Keeping the lottery fun means knowing the rules. Here are some important things to know before you buy a lottery ticket. |
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CODE OF CONDUCT
| The Code of Good Practice - This Code contains the voluntary advertising and marketing guidelines
subscribed to by the Connecticut Lottery Corporation. |
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RESPONSIBLE PLAY VIDEOS
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GameSense: Responsible Gaming
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GameSense: Sweaty Dancer
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GameSense: The Pick Up
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GameSense: Hot Tub
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GameSense: Golf
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"Know your limit, stay within it" In support of National Problem Gambling Awareness Month, March 2015, share the CT Lottery’s “Know Your Limit. Stay Within It” message on Facebook or Twitter with #GAMBLERESPONSIBLY. If someone you know has a gambling problem—have the conversation, and be a part of the effort to help promote responsible play.
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"A Message on Youth Gambling" created by Youth for Youth (2011) - This 90-second video was created and produced by teenagers from New Haven, Connecticut and was funded by the CT Lottery. It sends a message about the potential effects of gambling, including that it can become addictive and that not only can a youth lose money, but also lose friends and school. The message explicitly states “It’s okay to play the game, but know when the game is playing you.”
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"You Tell a Friend" - (2009) A 30-second television piece created to encourage teenagers to talk about gambling issues. In this compelling piece, students remind that friends tell important things to each other, and the issue of speaking about gambling problems is one topic that friends should talk about. Created in conjunction with the students, faculty and parents of Masuk High School, Monroe, CT, it is being broadcast as a part of the CT Lottery's advertising rotation. It was debuted at a press conference hosted by Senator Andrea Stillman. The PSA was a collaborative Partnership effort funded in entirety by the CT Lottery. Special thanks to the VT Council on Problem Gambling for use of their original concept. |
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"Family Dinner" - (2008) A 30-second television piece to raise awareness of the impact gambling can have on family life. Focusing on the help and assistance that is available to family members of problem gamblers, it encourages viewers to help themselves find understanding and guidance in dealing with the gambling problem of a family member. This PSA was a collaborative Partnership effort funded in entirety by the CT Lottery, and is currently included in the Lottery's advertising rotation. |
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"New Home" - (2006) A 30-second television piece to raise awareness of women's gambling issues. Focusing on the positive impact reaching out for help can provide, viewers are reminded that gambling addiction does not need to be handled alone. "There's help and hope," sends a powerful message of recovery to viewers. This PSA was a collaborative Partnership effort, and is currently included in the Lottery's advertising rotation. "New Home" was cited by the National Council on Problem Gambling as its 2006 "Electronic Media" award winner.
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"The Big Game" - (2003) A 30-second television piece to raise awareness of teenage gambling issues. Parents viewing the piece are reminded to talk with teenage children about gambling. This PSA was a collaborative Partnership effort. |
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SPEAKERS' BUREAU
The CT Lottery Speakers' Bureau has been active for approximately 15 years. Lottery Ambassadors provide educational speeches as a public service to civic and service organizations. The CT Lottery Speakers' Bureau is available free of charge to civic clubs, colleges, continuing education business classes and other social organizations. All presentations include a question-and-answer segment. The CT Lottery includes information about responsible play as part of the Lottery's social responsibility efforts in all presentations made. Lottery Ambassadors will present your choice of topic at your group's next meeting with fun, educational, and thought provoking information on topics such as:
Topic 1: "The History of the CT Lottery" a presentation recapping the history of the CT Lottery from inception in 1972.
Topic 2: "The Right Way to Play" a 30-minute presentation detailing how to protect yourself from Fraud, Scams and Identity Theft.
If your group is interested in having a CT Lottery Ambassador speak at your next meeting or function, please complete the Speakers' Bureau Form. We appreciate your interest!
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AWARDS AND CERTIFICATES
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NASPL - 2015 Batchy Award - The CT Lottery's “Retailer Responsible Gambling Quiz” was recognized by the North American Association of State and Provincial Lotteries (NASPL) for the "Best Responsible Gambling Communications - Electronic" at the NASPL Annual Conference in December 2015.
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NASPL - 2015 Batchy Award - The CT Lottery's newsletter "Chatter that Matters™" was recognized by the North American Association of State and Provincial Lotteries (NASPL) for "Best Responsible Gambling Communications - Print" at the NASPL Annual Conference in December 2015.
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NASPL - 2015 Batchy Award - The CT Lottery's “How to be a Responsible Retailer” video was recognized by the North American Association of State and Provincial Lotteries (NASPL) for "Best Responsible Gambling Communications - Video" at the NASPL Annual Conference in December 2015.
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La Fleur's Sustainability Award - The CT Lottery was recognized by La Fleur’s magazine with the inaugural “Sustainability Award” for leadership in responsible gambling at the La Fleur’s Global Lottery Forum in Toronto, Ontario on June 16, 2015.
The award recognized CT Lottery's leadership for its Problem Gambling Awareness Month, extensive employee and retailer training, responsible gambling advertising and communication efforts, player education, stakeholder engagement, and as a big supporter of "Strikes! for Responsible Gaming."
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NASPL - 2014 Batchy Award - The CT Lottery was recognized by the North American Association of State and Provincial Lotteries (NASPL) for "Best Responsible Gambling Communication - Electronic" at the NASPL Annual Conference in October 2014.
The award recognized CT Lottery's online responsible gambling survey for retailers.
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Award for Best New 2014 Problem Gambling-Related Newsletter - The CT Lottery was selected by the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) as the winner of the “Newsletter Award” at the organization’s 28th National Conference on Problem Gambling. The award recognized the CT Lottery’s Chatter that Matters™ as the best new problem gambling-related newsletter.
Chatter that Matters™, a quarterly newsletter written by employees, helps to keep co-workers and stakeholders informed about the Lottery’s efforts to promote responsible gambling, supplier diversity, pro business initiatives and green initiatives. |
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Award for Best U.S. 2012 Holiday Campaign - The CT Lottery was selected by the National Council on
Problem Gambling (NCPG) and the International Centre for Youth Gambling
Problems and High-Risk Behaviors
at McGill University as the winner of the “Best 2012 U.S. Holiday
Lottery Campaign Award" for the second consecutive year.
The award recognized the CT Lottery’s continued outstanding commitment during the holiday season to promote responsible play in a creative, appealing and diverse way and by the wide variety of marketing and advertising mediums used.
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“As WLA members, our duties are not only to grow sales and returns to good causes but to facilitate responsible play. In 2006, the WLA adopted the Responsible Gaming Principles and a Responsible Gaming Framework aimed at protecting lottery players around the world. This effort and commitment ensures not only that our public is protected but also that the revenues are sustained for the public good.” - Anne Noble, CT Lottery President and CEO
—World Lottery Association, Responsible Gaming Principles and Framework
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Award for Best 2011 North American Holiday Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Campaign - The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) and McGill University selected the CT Lottery as the recipient of the first “North American 2011 Holiday Campaign Award.”
The award recognized the CT Lottery’s outstanding commitment during the holiday season to promote that lottery tickets are not suitable gifts for children. All advertising, marketing and public relations communications included the message “PLEASE PLAY RESPONSIBLY. Lottery tickets are not a suitable gift for children under 18 years of age. Purchasers must be 18 or older.”
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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Save the Date for CCPG’s 13th Annual Conference The conference will be held Tuesday, October 25, 2016 at the Sheraton Hartford South in Rocky Hill. Click here for more information.
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PLEASE NOTE: The following media release was prepared by the British Columbia Lottery Corporation.
BCLC’s GameSense adopted by Connecticut Lottery Corporation
The Connecticut Lottery Corporation has entered into an agreement with the British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC) for the right to use “GameSense,” BCLC’s proprietary, award-winning responsible gaming education program, joining several other jurisdictions who are embracing the internationally recognized brand.
The announcement was celebrated at the launch of the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling conference, taking place February 2-3 at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
GameSense uses a fun and positive approach to give players factual information they need to play responsibly, make informed choices and connect with resources should they need help. In addition to Connecticut, the program has been implemented by Massachusetts casinos and gaming jurisdictions in Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba.
In B.C., every casino has a GameSense Information Centre staffed by GameSense Advisors who are funded by the province’s Gaming Policy and Enforcement Branch. GameSense Advisors discuss gambling odds, dispel common myths and share information on resources. They also support the enrollment process for BCLC’s Voluntary Self-Exclusion program, and referral to the Province’s free problem gambling counselling services.
The program uses a positive and fun approach to engage players. Last year GameSense Advisors interacted with an average of 4,500 players each month.
GameSense resources are also available at lottery retailers, on PlayNow.com and at GameSense.ca.
About BCLC:
BCLC is a provincial Crown corporation offering socially responsible gambling entertainment while generating more than $1 billion in net income each year to benefit provincial and community programs across B.C.
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MARCH IS PROBLEM GAMBLING AWARENESS MONTH. Have the conversation. If you or someone you care about has a gambling problem, call the PROBLEM GAMBLING HELPLINE 1-888-789-7777. Toll-free, Confidential, 24/7 or visit PROBLEMGAMBLING.ORG to access a live chat.
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