Scratch and lottery tickets can be purchased at most all convenience stores, supermarkets, and gas stations. Seniors are one of the fastest growing groups of Internet users and Internet gambling brings this activity directly into the home. Over time, gambling often has been viewed as an immoral activity and gamblers were looked upon as possessing a poor or weak character. Gambling venues were considered sinful or dangerous. Nowadays, gambling is promoted as a safe and appropriate form of entertainment.
Many seniors talk about having too much time on their hands.
Others speak of feeling a painful loneliness due to the loss of loved ones, friendships, and other aspects of their younger lives. Gambling offers them the opportunity to be with their peers sharing an exciting activity that effectively alleviates painful feelings. Casinos are seen by many seniors as safe and socially acceptable places to visit. Seniors with physical disabilities may have limited alternatives for socializing and find casinos to be user-friendly and free of most all physical restrictions. Casino hosts treat seniors with respect and welcome them as special and valued guests.