Episode 2: Sue Dukes: Gamifying Wellness: How Fleet Landing is Redefining Resident Engagement

In this episode, Karina chats with Sue Dukes, Director of Wellness Services at Fleet Landing, about how gamifying wellness is transforming resident engagement in senior living.Key takeaways:What is “Well-Inspired”? A trademarked, campus-wide wellness program that spans all dimensions of well-being—physical, emotional, social, vocational, intellectual, and spiritual.Gamification explained: A point-based system encourages participation, accountability, and friendly competition across all levels of care.Tracking & rewards: Residents earn points via a fitness kiosk or paper tracker for activities like Tai Chi, paddleboarding, strength training, PT, and more. The coveted prize? A custom t-shirt.Inclusivity matters: The program is designed to recognize every effort—from intense workouts to gentle recovery sessions—and includes all mobility and fitness levels.Tech today & tomorrow: Fleet Landing is expanding its use of technology while balancing accessibility for less tech-savvy residents. AI and app-based social tools are on their radar.Future goals: Grow intellectual and mindfulness-based offerings, explore tech-assisted programming, and keep surprising residents with creative new experiences.“You don’t need a big budget to gamify wellness—just creativity, flexibility, and a willingness to celebrate every win.”