Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At JJ BBQ, we believe that sweepstakes casino gaming should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only—not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. While sweepstakes games can be fun and exciting, it's important to approach them with the right mindset and healthy habits. Always play within your means and never gamble more than you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
Sweepstakes casino gaming is only for individuals who are 18 years of age or older (or the legal age for gaming in your state, whichever is higher). We are committed to preventing underage gaming. If you are under the legal age to participate in sweepstakes gaming, please do not use our site. Parents and guardians are encouraged to discuss responsible gaming with young people in their household.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognize any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, it may be time to seek help:
- Chasing losses: Continuing to gamble to recover money you've lost
- Hiding gambling activity: Concealing the amount of time or money spent gaming
- Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family obligations due to gaming
- Increased time and money: Needing to spend more time or money gaming to feel the same excitement
- Failed attempts to quit: Repeatedly trying and failing to stop or reduce gaming
- Mood changes: Becoming irritable or anxious when unable to game
- Financial problems: Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gaming
- Relationship strain: Gaming causing conflict with family, friends, or partners
- Using gaming to escape: Turning to games to cope with stress, anxiety, or depression
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Many sweepstakes platforms offer tools to help you maintain control of your gaming habits. Consider using these features:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to spend, and stick to it
- Loss Limits: Establish a maximum loss threshold to prevent excessive spending
- Reality Checks: Enable regular reminders about how long you've been gaming
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gaming platforms
- Time Limits: Set session time limits to prevent extended gaming periods
- Cooling-Off Periods: Take breaks from gaming to reassess your habits
If your gaming platform doesn't offer these tools, contact their customer support team and request them.
Get Help & Support Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Here are trusted organizations in the United States and beyond:
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG)
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 (free, confidential, 24/7)
International Resources
- Canada: Responsible Gambling Council
www.responsiblegambling.org - United Kingdom: GamCare
www.gamcare.org.uk - United Kingdom: GamStop (National Self-Exclusion Scheme)
www.gamstop.co.uk - Australia: Gambling Help Online
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
If You Need Help, Reach Out
Seeking help for problem gambling is a sign of strength, not weakness. If you're experiencing difficulties related to gaming—whether financial, emotional, or social—please contact the National Council on Problem Gambling at 1-800-522-4700 or visit www.ncpgambling.org.
Support is confidential, free, and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Recovery is possible, and professional counselors are ready to help.