One of the most essential steps in managing your finances during retirement is understanding exactly where your money is going. Creating and sticking to a budget is a powerful tool for maintaining financial stability.
At The Chateau Girardeau, each day begins with a warm, inviting start. Kick off your morning with a nutritious breakfast featuring savory bacon or sausage, a refreshing glass of vitamin C-packed orange juice, and a sweet pastry to satisfy your cravings. Of course, no breakfast is complete without a freshly brewed cup of coffee to energize your day.
At The Chateau Girardeau, each day begins with a warm, inviting start. Kick off your morning with a nutritious breakfast featuring savory bacon or sausage, a refreshing glass of vitamin C-packed orange juice, and a sweet pastry to satisfy your cravings. Of course, no breakfast is complete without a freshly brewed cup of coffee to energize your day.
Autumn is just around the corner! With its bright, colorful leaves, crisp air, and delightful scents of pumpkin, apple, and spice, it’s truly a spectacular season. For those who are 55 and over, enjoying fall while staying healthy is crucial. What can you do to stay healthy this season?
If you’re someone of a “certain age,” those words are familiar to you. And they may spur visions of small journals with flimsy locks and tiny keys to secure your most secret thoughts.
The internet and smartphone apps offer a wealth of conveniences, allowing users to easily research topics, read blogs, find local businesses, or stay in touch with family and friends, no matter the distance. As of September 2023, a significant 96 percent of Americans aged 50 to 64 are online, with 88 percent of those aged 65 and older also using the internet.
The internet and smartphone apps offer a wealth of conveniences, allowing users to easily research topics, read blogs, find local businesses, or stay in touch with family and friends, no matter the distance. As of September 2023, a significant 96 percent of Americans aged 50 to 64 are online, with 88 percent of those aged 65 and older also using the internet.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, older adults can benefit from regular, moderate physical activity.
Any pet owner will tell you their pet is the best. Pets bring joy and liveliness to our homes. At The Chateau Girardeau, we recognize the immense benefits of pet ownership, which is why we are proud to be a pet-friendly campus.
Any pet owner will tell you their pet is the best. Pets bring joy and liveliness to our homes. At The Chateau Girardeau, we recognize the immense benefits of pet ownership, which is why we are proud to be a pet-friendly campus.
The U.S. has entered the “Peak 65 Zone,” a period where more Americans are turning 65 than ever before. In 2024 alone, approximately 4.1 million will hit the big “6-5,” and this surge is projected to last three or more years.
The U.S. has entered the “Peak 65 Zone,” a period where more Americans are turning 65 than ever before. In 2024 alone, approximately 4.1 million will hit the big “6-5,” and this surge is projected to last three or more years.
Retirement is a time for relaxing, making new friends, exploring new places, and enjoying life without worrying about the future. Choosing to live at a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) like The Chateau Girardeau is a great way to enjoy a stress-free retirement.
How does a CCRC work, and what benefits does it offer?
The Cape Retirement Community, Inc. dba The Chateau Girardeau is announcing the appointment of James R. “Jimmy” Wilferth as its new CEO.
Wilferth most recently worked for Saint Francis Healthcare System as their Vice President of Support Services. He initially joined Saint Francis in 2014 as Executive Director of the Saint Francis Healthcare System Foundation and was promoted to Vice President in 2017.
Before joining Saint Francis, Wilferth served as President of U.S. Operations for Heart for Africa, an international ministry dedicated to orphan care and sustainability for impoverished communities. He also served as Vice President of National Operations, Financial Director and Chief of Staff for Men at the Cross in Branson, Missouri. Before that, he served as Vice President of Operations for Schaefer Electrical Enclosures and President of United Oil Co.
Wilferth has deep roots in Cape Girardeau and is committed to our community. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for the PORCH Initiative (People Organized to Revitalize Community Healing) and Footsteps Medical Missions. He founded South Side Farms, a working urban farm in south Cape. He is a member of the Cape Girardeau Lions Club, Cape Girardeau West Rotary, and La Croix Church.
“We’re excited to welcome Jimmy Wilferth as the next President/CEO of the Chateau! Our Board of Directors is exceedingly confident that he is the right leader to guide this organization into a bright future, building upon the foundation laid by Keith Boeller.” Jeannie Fadler (Chateau Board of Directors, Chair)
Wilferth will assume the CEO position in the coming weeks after completing the transition of his leadership role at Saint Francis Healthcare System.
When it comes to planning out the years of retirement, everyone’s journey is different. That’s why we offer continuing care so that our residents can spend their retirement enjoying their lives–not constantly worrying about what’s next. But how can you decide what level of housing and care is right for you? Here are some of the major differences between Assisted and Independent Living.
So, you or a loved one is in the hospital. Maybe it was a bad fall or maybe you had a surgery or even a stroke. Good news is you’re on the mend and discharging soon! But the doctor says you need therapy, and you probably have a lot of questions. Where do I go for therapy? What kind of therapy? Why can’t I go home?
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