Responsible Gaming

Gambling should always be a form of entertainment — never a way to earn money or solve financial problems. At henrysbestcookies.com, we are committed to promoting safe and responsible play for all visitors. Please gamble responsibly and within your means.

Age Verification

In the Philippines, the legal gambling age for casino and PAGCOR-licensed activities is 21 years old. You must be at least 21 to gamble. We strongly encourage all players to verify their age before engaging with any gambling platform. Underage gambling is illegal and can have serious consequences.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can affect anyone. Ask yourself these questions — if you answer “yes” to several, you may need help:

• Do you chase losses by trying to win back money you’ve lost?
• Do you hide your gambling activity from family or friends?
• Have you lied about how much time or money you spend gambling?
• Do you neglect work, school, or family responsibilities because of gambling?
• Have you borrowed money, sold possessions, or committed illegal acts to fund gambling?
• Do you feel restless or irritable when trying to cut down or stop?
• Is gambling your main way to escape stress, anxiety, or depression?

Self-Help Tools

Most reputable gambling platforms — including those licensed by PAGCOR — offer practical tools to help you stay in control. We encourage you to use them:

• Deposit Limits – set a maximum amount you can deposit per day, week, or month.
• Loss Limits – cap the amount you are willing to lose within a set period.
• Reality Checks – receive pop-up reminders showing how long you have been playing.
• Self-Exclusion – block yourself from gambling for a chosen period (days, months, or permanently).
• Time-Outs – take a short break from gambling (24 hours to several weeks).

Contact the customer support team of your chosen casino to activate these tools.

Support Organizations

If you or someone you know needs help, please reach out to a professional support service. Below are organizations from various regions, including the Philippines.

Philippines

• PAGCOR Responsible Gaming Program – Visit www.pagcor.ph for responsible gaming information and self-exclusion assistance.
• Gamblers Anonymous Philippines – Find local meetings and support: www.gamblersanonymous.org.ph
• National Center for Mental Health (NCMH) Crisis Hotline – Dial 1553 (toll-free in PH) or (02) 8989-8727 for 24/7 psychological support.

United Kingdom

• GamCare – www.gamcare.org.uk | Helpline: 0808 8020 133
• GamStop – Free self-exclusion for UK-licensed sites: www.gamstop.co.uk

Australia

• Gambling Help Online – www.gamblinghelponline.org.au | 24/7 chat and phone support

Canada

• Responsible Gambling Council (RGC) – www.responsiblegambling.org | Resources and self-assessment tools

United States

• National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) – www.ncpgambling.org | Call or text 1-800-522-4700

Germany

• Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – www.bzga.de | Information and helpline for gambling addiction

Other Countries

For countries not listed above, please visit Gambling Therapy — a global online support service offering advice in multiple languages.

Call to Action

If you feel that gambling is no longer fun and is causing harm to you or your loved ones, please seek help today. You are not alone, and support is available — confidentially and often free of charge. Taking the first step is a sign of strength, not weakness.

Remember: gamble only for entertainment, set strict time and money limits, and never chase losses. Your wellbeing always comes first.