Goal:
Build excitement and increase participation by empowering a few enthusiastic residents to help promote and participate in Spintopia games.
1. Identify 2–3 Resident Champions
Ask staff to choose residents who are:
Social and enjoy group activities
Regular Spintopia players
Natural encouragers who invite others to join
They don’t need to be outgoing performers—just residents who enjoy the game and like inviting others.
2. Give Them a Fun Title
Titles make the role feel special. Some ideas:
Spintopia Champion
Puzzle Pro
Spin Squad Leader
Resident Game Ambassador
Wheel Watcher
Communities can even vote on the title.
3. Simple Responsibilities
Keep it very light so it feels fun, not like a job.
Resident Champions can:
• Invite friends and neighbors to the game
• Help pass out Spintopia tickets or flyers
• Sit in the front and help guess letters
• Celebrate winners and cheer others on
• Suggest puzzle ideas from residents
4. Recognition & Rewards
Recognition is key for motivation.
Ideas:
Certificate: “Official Spintopia Champion”
Spintopia Bucks or small prizes
Photo on the activity board
Mention in the community newsletter
A fun badge or name tag
You could also rotate champions every month.
5. Launch Idea (Easy for Staff)
At the end of a game:
“Today we’re introducing our Spintopia Champions — residents who help bring the fun and encourage everyone to play!”
Give them their certificate and take a photo.
Why This Works
Resident Champions help:
⭐ Increase participation
⭐ Make new residents feel comfortable joining
⭐ Build excitement between games
⭐ Create peer-driven engagement (which is powerful in senior communities)