Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Baked Since 95 Cafe, we believe that online gaming should be enjoyed as entertainment only, never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. While gaming can be fun and exciting, it's important to remember that the house always has a mathematical advantage. Play only with money you can afford to lose, and never gamble with funds needed for essential expenses like rent, food, or bills.
Age Verification
Online gaming at Stake is strictly for persons aged 18 years or older in Australia. We are committed to preventing underage gambling. If you are under 18, you must not create an account or participate in any gaming activities on our platform.
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:
- Spending more time or money on gaming than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gaming activities or lying about how much you gamble
- Feeling anxious or irritable when trying to reduce gaming
- Using gaming as an escape from stress, depression, or other problems
- Borrowing money to fund gaming activities
- Neglecting work, school, family, or personal relationships
- Experiencing financial difficulties due to gaming
- Failed attempts to control or stop gaming
Self-Help Tools & Features
Stake provides several tools to help you maintain control over your gaming:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Restrict the amount of losses you're willing to accept over a set time frame
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders about how long you've been gaming and how much you've wagered
- Time-Out: Take a temporary break from gaming for a period of your choosing (24 hours to 6 weeks)
- Self-Exclusion: Exclude yourself from gaming for an extended period (6 months or longer)
To access these tools, visit your account settings on Stake and select your preferred responsible gaming options.
Support Organizations
If you need help, support is available. Here are trusted organizations offering free, confidential assistance:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free counselling service available 24/7 for Australians affected by problem gambling
International Support
- GamCare (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Free support and information about problem gambling - GamStop (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
Resources and support for problem gambling in Canada - National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
Free, confidential help and referrals
If You Need Help
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please reach out for help today. There is no shame in seeking support. Trained counsellors are available to listen and provide guidance without judgment.
Contact Gambling Help Online now:
- Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
- Phone: 1800 858 858
- Email: [email protected]
Remember: Recovery is possible, and help is available.