Posted Tue Jul 25, 2006 7:30 pm GMT by PLOCH
Being disabled playing poker online is absolutely great. Utilizing the mouse
is all I need.
My question, if I was to go to a casino what would be my options on putting in chips? I know I could look at my cards but physically my hand strength would stop me from throwing in chips. Would the dealer help?
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Posted Tue Jul 25, 2006 8:06 pm GMT by shorn7
Man, first let me say that you are an inspiration to me for playing despite this limitation. I think it is fantastic that you are pursuing your passion.
In answer to your question, I think you will have two options. First, if you can, you want to sit in the 1 or 10 seat next to the dealer so that he or she can put the chips in the pot for you. Secondly, if you can't sit next to the dealer, you might explain to who sits next to you that you will need help and I am sure someone will do it for you. Just explain to the dealer that comes in and out that you will need help so he deosn't chastise someone else for putting in your chips (since normally only you can touch your chips).
Anyway, good luck with it and let us know how you make out.
Shorn
Posted Tue Jul 25, 2006 8:25 pm GMT by mortaleclipse
Yes cheers to you for playing and putting the extra effort to play the wonderful game of poker. Disable players play at the casino were i live all the time and some have had people help them. Usually by talking to the floor manager or someon in charge they will arrange for you to play. Good luck with your quest.
Posted Tue Jul 25, 2006 8:49 pm GMT by MasterShake
I would say as long as you sit in the 1, 10, 5 or 6 seat you should be fine and the dealers will probably help you out. If you can go with a buddy, that might be a good idea as well. Most casinos will accomodate you, all they see is your cash. :D
Posted Wed Jul 26, 2006 6:16 pm GMT by PLOCH
Thanks. This is what I thought too with the dealer helping. I know when I've played Blackjack in Vegas they helped me out when my buddy would run to the washroom. Now if I could get better at my overall game I'll be happy.
I started playing in January 2005 and for the year I was down about $700 but learned a great deal.
This year I have deposited about $350 into play and cashed out around $200 so my losses are shrinking.
Posted Wed Jul 26, 2006 10:17 pm GMT by Jauron
I'd call the casino first and ask, but I imagine they be willing to help you out so long as you sat next to the dealer.
I played with someone who was disabled in vegas, he could move his chips and handle his cards, but it clearly wasn't easy for him to do it, he always sat next to the dealer and they helped him out when he needed it.
The best advise I'd give you however is make sure you can handle and protect your cards, I sat next to the gentlemen once and I had to force myself to look away when he looked at his hole cards, he could not protect them well.
Posted Thu Jul 27, 2006 5:35 pm GMT by foldhappy
As long as you're clear and up front with your needs, you should be fine. Make your verbal actions loud & clear & just remember that you might need to gently remind whoever your helper is on occasion, as dealers have a LOT of information to keep track of every hand. I'm not disabled, but from what I've seen casinos are pretty good about doing what they can. I played at one table with a guy who had to have the board cards read to him by the dealer every hand because he couldn't see them. He was fun to play with.....about 90 years old and knew more dirty jokes than anybody at the table.
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