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Discover why residents can’t stop raving about the food at Chateau Retirement Communities in Washington—a rare distinction in senior living! In this episode of the Answers for Elders podcast, host Suzanne Newman sits down with Tom Wichert, Vice President of Culinary Services. He shares how passion, creativity, and genuine care for residents have transformed dining into an experience that feels more like fine dining than a cafeteria meal. Tom previously worked for a family-run restaurant, the Cheesecake Factory, and Ruths Chris Steakhouse before moving to Washington to become the Chef at the Bellevue Restaurant. Wanting a better work/life balance, he joined Chateau in 2012. He attributes their success to his team, having skilled and incredible directors in each building, with tons of experience and longevity with Chateau. Tom's hobby is custom-brewed beer, and he shares that passion with residents through tastings and other events. Tom explains, "When I first started, it was me and another employee... so we started making in a bucket kind of thing. Then it just evolved. And I would say the last few years, I've gotten a little bit more involved in it, and thankfully, the Chateau has given me whatever I needed to do that, which is great. I was able to go to a brewing school three or four years ago and learn a lot of stuff that was helpful... "And I always get the residents involved. I do beer tastings in wine tastings as well. But the beer tasting, they keep asking me, Hey, do you got any beer in competition? Did you win anything? I've gotten a few gold medals, and the National Home Brewers competition.... The residents like it and they get a kick out of it, and opening it up to the residents, that is so special. There's something so unique for them to experience. It's fun to get involved with the residents, and to see them happy. Sometimes when I do a beer tasting, when I'm done, they they'll clap and they'll say, 'Thanks, Tom,' and then they start helping me clean up. I say, 'I have it. I'll clean it up. Don't start moving chairs, please. I got it.' But they still do it. So it's a family-type thing, like your family Thanksgiving, and everybody's pitches in and help clean up. So I kind of look at it that way." Chateau Retirement provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. They have been locally owned and family operated for more than 25 years. Chateau Retirement has three communities in Washington's Seattle/Puget Sound area: Chateau Pacific in Lynnwood, Bothell Landing in Bothell, and Chateau Valley Center in Renton. Visit them online or call 800.960.1944. Visit Chateau's specialist page on Answers for Elders. Mentioned in this episode: Chateau Retirement Chateau Retirement Walk to End Alzheimer's Learn more about the Walk to End Alzheimer's at https://www.alz.org/walk.

Discover why residents can’t stop raving about the food at Chateau Retirement Communities in Washington—a rare distinction in senior living! In this episode of the Answers for Elders podcast, host Suzanne Newman sits down with Sherrelle Collingridge, Culinary Service Director at Chateau Bothell Landing. She shares how passion, creativity, and genuine care for residents have transformed dining into an experience that feels more like fine dining than a cafeteria meal. Sherrelle attributes their great food to the employees and a wonderful team, whose dedication to the resident culinary experience is a big piece of that. Sherrelle runs three full-service restaurant-style dining rooms at Chateau Bothell Landing, which creates a lot more cross-training opportunities and options for growth, change of scenery, and so forth. The front of house staff in particular form very strong bonds with residents, and those relationships are why staff tend to stick around. The majority of front of house staff in particular are hired-in as high schoolers, often with no prior work experience. It is rewarding and satisfying to watch these kids as they learn and develop, a unique experience for them, and one of the more rewarding aspects of the job for her and her leadership team. Sherrelle has always worked in the industry, first having been hired as a server at Cristwood (now Cristwood Park) in junior high, and ended up getting a culinary degree at Edmonds Comm. College. Crista paid a management company to run the culinary program at Cristwood, and Sherrelle was fortunate to get a lot of training and development opportunities as a young manager. She joined Chateau Pacific in 2000, and over the years held several roles in the culinary program, including a three-year run as Executive Director at Chateau Pacific. She has been at Chateau Bothell Landing since 2013, and opened all three of the dining rooms on that campus. Chateau Retirement provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. They have been locally owned and family operated for more than 25 years. Chateau Retirement has three communities in Washington's Seattle/Puget Sound area: Chateau Pacific in Lynnwood, Bothell Landing in Bothell, and Chateau Valley Center in Renton. Visit them online or call 800.960.1944. Visit Chateau's specialist page on Answers for Elders. Mentioned in this episode: Chateau Retirement Chateau Retirement Walk to End Alzheimer's Learn more about the Walk to End Alzheimer's at https://www.alz.org/walk.

The food is raved about at Chateau Retirement in Washington, unusual for senior living communities. What makes Chateau different and have such great resident feedback? Chateau Retirement's Vice President Culinary Services Tom Wichert and Sherrelle Collingridge, Culinary Service Director at Chateau Bothell Landing, join Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders podcast. How do Tom and Sherrelle see culinary services evolving in the future? Sherrelle says, "It will continue to focus on individual personalization. Every every ten years or so, we think this is going be the wave of the really healthy people. It hasn't quite happened yet. They say they want to be healthy, but when fried chicken is on the menu, we sell 90% of those specials. But other things, the gluten-, dairy-free, more of a global cuisine. It's no longer just about like American Chinese. They'll do Indian food, Mexican, Thai, and Vietnamese, and different cultures that we get a chance to play with. And our job is somewhat to educate the residents, to expose them to things that they maybe never had before. And they get annoyed sometimes, and ask, 'why don't you just call this sauce something simpler?' I'm like, 'Because this is what it's called.' So if you go to a restaurant now, you know what an airline chicken is now. You know what a beurre blanc is, because you got it and you can order it." Tom adds, "I think eating later is going to be a thing... We will get residents come in that want specifics things and have specific needs, so we will will cater to that as best we can. We really haven't had the really big push for some of the specialty things, but I think just an open variety of different kinds of things is happening. As far as individualizing goes, can you put something Thai on, or I saw this, or here's the recipe for this, could you do that for me, could you make that? Could you make this for grandma?" All together, well over 100 employees in the culinary. Tom says, "The hiring process is so important, getting the right people, and about the young kids, teenagers, for a lot of them it's their first job. The main thing with them is getting the right attitude. We can train them, do anything to serve. So getting the right person in there, that wants to be there. Residents love younger staff. They always have, because I think that to them that's that's the age of their grandparents." How does the restaurant style work at Chateau? Tom says, "I think the intensity of that, along with the caring that we do for the residents, comes together and all works really well. The staff is fantastic, and they care about the residents. We really care, and we really want to do the best for the residents. Whatever the resident wants, we're going to do our best to it." Sherrelle says, "I don't want to overuse the term family, but I spend more time with my dining room managers than I do my own kids, who are now grown up and in their twenties now. But they're my work kids, they're my frontline staff as well. So I'm kind of pouring into those guys, so they can pour into the servers and the residents, it all kind of flows together." Chateau Retirement provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. They have been locally owned and family operated for more than 25 years. Chateau Retirement has three communities in Washington's Seattle/Puget Sound area: Chateau Pacific in Lynnwood, Bothell Landing in Bothell, and Chateau Valley Center in Renton. Visit them online or call 800.960.1944. Visit Chateau's specialist page on Answers for Elders. Mentioned in this episode: Walk to End Alzheimer's Learn more about the Walk to End Alzheimer's at...

Vivatude is more than a new YouTube channel — it’s a movement and mindset for women over 40 who want to live with emotional strength, financial freedom, spiritual clarity, and vibrant health. YouTube hosts Lauren Archer, Kate Phillips, Tracy Cromwell, and Anu Arora join Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to introduce themselves and the brand new show Vivatude. Many woman over the age of 40 are part of the sandwich generation. You may be looking at kids still at home and caring for a senior loved one. You also may be dealing with a career that has gone a little bit stagnant. You don't know how to advance your career. Maybe if your kids have left home, you're looking at yourself in the mirror wondering, is that all there is? What's my next chapter? We believe that your next chapter could be your best chapter. Lauren Archer explores pathways to greater fulfillment, energy, and joy on Vivatude. Get ready to be encouraged, uplifted, and reminded that no matter where you are in life, you can spark your vitality and begin again. Kate Phillips joins the Vivatude team eager to share the “Rich Life Revival”—a journey of discovery that allows us to rewrite the rules when life throws curveballs! The Rich Life isn’t a net worth number or a retirement date. It’s living a life of purpose and prosperity right now, right where you are. Tracy Cromwell knows the struggles associated with food, body image, stress, poor gut health, and self-confidence first-hand. In 2006 Tracy was 180 lbs, diagnosed with pre-diabetes, and living the chaotic life of a yo-yo dieter. Her personal journey to health recovery inspired her to change careers so that she could walk alongside others and support them as they walk their own journeys to health. Tracy is the ideal coach for the confused and frustrated dieter. Anu Arora is an executive and team coach, keynote speaker, and mindfulness expert who has dedicated her career to helping people lead with compassion, clarity, and courage. With more than two decades of experience in leadership at Microsoft and as the founder of Infinite Potential Leadership, Anu blends deep corporate expertise with a human-centered approach to growth. She is known for her ability to bring people together, unlock resilience, and create spaces where authenticity and connection thrive. Connect with us Vivatude Podcast PlaylistMeet Our HostsFacebook Mentioned in this episode: Walk to End Alzheimer's Learn more about the Walk to End Alzheimer's at https://www.alz.org/walk. Chateau Retirement Chateau Retirement

Suzanne Newman welcomes Tracy Cromwell and Anu Arora, two of new Vivatude hosts. Tracy brings her expertise in physical and environmental wellness. Anu is a social and intellectual wellness coach. Tracy says, "I want to bring some techniques you can put into place very simply. You choose what's most important, and I help you figure out how to implement. I've really got some great guests lined up now. I've got an amazing organizer who's helped me immensely to organize my space because I know we're inviting environmental wellness, make it so that I can breathe in my own space and then I have other other guests that are going to bring wonderful tidbits about the things you could do for nutrition." Anu adds, "I work with teams, organizations, and individuals on the epidemics of our current times. We are lonelier than ever before, and human beings are meant to be social animals. We are called social animals, and yet we've just turned on to our devices and we somehow have imagined that those devices are going to bring us connections. And as a result, there's more mental illness than ever before. And what I want to bring is the understanding and I have such a huge network of relationship coaches and experts in this area. But just starting with, why is it important for us to go back to this basic need of belonging, of being together, and then from there, finding ways to connect and build trust in this isolated, scary world." Connect with us Vivatude Podcast PlaylistMeet Our HostsFacebook Mentioned in this episode: Chateau Retirement Chateau Retirement Walk to End Alzheimer's Learn more about the Walk to End Alzheimer's at https://www.alz.org/walk.

Vivatude host Lauren Archer joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show. Whether you’re navigating caregiving for a senior parent, rediscovering your identity in midlife, or seeking inspiration for your next chapter, you’ll find empowering tools, heartfelt stories, and expert insights right here with spiritual and emotional wellness host Lauren Archer. Lauren says, "I think of it as the heart and soul, and it's those invisible things. We can have a lot of things going right on the outside. And yet, you have one piece of emotional stress in your life, and it's enough to bring it to your knees. It can be all-consuming. And with the degree of fear and division and uncertainty happening in the world, it's affecting our nervous system. So I'm going to be bringing experts and authors and women who have walked through the fire of their own transformation to share some stories and some practices about what they've done. When we address the underlying emotions, we can experience big shifts. And then on a spiritual level, we are not talking about religion. We are talking more about how each individual finds their own sense of meaning, purpose and value. And when we're off, when we're doing things in our life that aren't in alignment with our values. We feel it, it's subtle, but we feel it. And so it's finding that connection again." Connect with us Vivatude Podcast PlaylistMeet Our HostsFacebook Mentioned in this episode: Walk to End Alzheimer's Learn more about the Walk to End Alzheimer's at https://www.alz.org/walk. Chateau Retirement Chateau Retirement

Vivatude host Kate Phillips joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show. The new Vivatude YouTube channel helps women over 40 thrive with emotional strength, financial freedom & vibrant health. Kate Phillips advises on financial and occupational wellness, a huge category when it comes to family caregiving. Kate says, "How are we funding our lives? What are we doing with our time that is hopefully bringing in the resources that we need? I like to call it purpose and prosperity. And if I added a third word, especially for caregivers, I think it would be creativity. And we might not be feeling super creative when we're caregiving, and we feel, maybe depleted. I love conversations around how do we use our homes in a creative way. Typically, your home is going to be your biggest expense, but my co-host, Lauren and I, we have both turned our primary home into a furnished rental. There's many strategies where we can use our home as an asset, or we can use it to create extra cash flow. So that's where the creativity comes in." Connect with us Vivatude Podcast PlaylistMeet Our HostsFacebook Mentioned in this episode: Walk to End Alzheimer's Learn more about the Walk to End Alzheimer's at https://www.alz.org/walk. Chateau Retirement Chateau Retirement

Thinking about senior living for yourself or a loved one? In this inspiring episode of Answers for Elders, host Suzanne Newman sits down with Chateau Bothell Landing resident Erica Wolfkill. From her journey as a child immigrating from Germany after World War II to her decision to move into senior living at age 80, Erica shares powerful life lessons about resilience, family, and the importance of embracing community before it’s too late. Erica offers heartfelt advice for older adults and their adult children: don’t wait until you’re too old or unable to fully participate in life before moving into a retirement community. She explains how her daughters encouraged her to make the move while she was still active, giving her the opportunity to enjoy rich friendships, engaging activities, and peace of mind for the future. Erica’s story highlights the benefits of senior living communities that provide not only independence today but also access to assisted living and memory care services down the road. If you or your aging parent are starting to explore retirement communities, this conversation is a must-watch. Discover what life is really like at Chateau Retirement Communities, hear Erica’s first-hand experience about daily activities, dining, and staff support, and learn why planning early can lead to a more fulfilling lifestyle. Whether you’re an adult child looking for the best options for your parents, or a senior exploring your next chapter, Erica’s journey will give you insight, encouragement, and hope for the future. Chateau Retirement provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. They have been locally owned and family operated for more than 25 years. Chateau Retirement has three communities in Washington's Seattle/Puget Sound area: Chateau Pacific in Lynnwood, Bothell Landing in Bothell, and Chateau Valley Center in Renton. Visit them online or call 800.960.1944. Visit Chateau's specialist page on Answers for Elders. Mentioned in this episode: Walk to End Alzheimer's Learn more about the Walk to End Alzheimer's at https://www.alz.org/walk. Chateau Retirement Chateau Retirement

In this inspiring episode of Answers for Elders, host Suzanne Newman sits down with retired Boeing engineer Don Haff. He share stories and his advice if you're thinking about senior living for yourself or a loved one. At 94, Don is energetic and vibrant, and joins the show after the day's Wii bowling tournament where he lives at Chateau Bothell Landing in Bothell, Washington. Don says, "I met my wife in college. We were a freshman together. And we got married between my sophomore and junior year, and we were married for 63 years... [She] had Parkinson's, but we didn't know it. After she was gone, I did more research into it, and found out that one of the symptoms of Parkinson's is that you have paranoia. And she went through a period where she was really paranoid. Most people who have Parkinson's, there's shaking. She never did that. But her problem was, they got to where she couldn't control her muscles and she couldn't swallow. And she starved to death. It was pretty painless for her. It is hard on me. "But we were here then [at Bothell Landing], and I really thank my lucky stars that we were. And it was one of the best moves we made. We moved down there in January 2018, and so she was here a year and a half before she was gone. I really can't say enough good about the attention that we got for her. I guess I feel like we have about 250 roommates in here. Everybody was really kind, but we knew it was coming, it wasn't a surprise. So actually when it came, it was kind of a relief in a way. And of course I still miss her. "Everybody's so friendly. Even before we moved in, the marketing people, were just wonderful with questions and all this kind of stuff. One of the things that we were both impressed about, and we commented about this together, was when you went to the dining rooms, we were a name, not a number. We walk in and, oh hi Don and Kathy. And they didn't have to know our room number. Well, they knew our room number, but they talked with my name. Well, I always have a glass of milk. I always get a can of V8 to go for my breakfast. Before I even sit down, they come up with the milk. They pay attention and they have better memories than me! I'm so delighted [with the food]. Oh my gosh, they make good soup. "I'm on the dining committee, and. And I'm on the activity committee, and, well, I like to know what's going on. I go to almost every movie and we have a lot of documentaries and regular movies now. We have to do opera once a month. And so it's like, wow, there's plenty to do." Chateau Retirement provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. They have been locally owned and family operated for more than 25 years. Chateau Retirement has three communities in Washington's Seattle/Puget Sound area: Chateau Pacific in Lynnwood, Bothell Landing in Bothell, and Chateau Valley Center in Renton. Visit them online or call 800.960.1944. Visit Chateau's specialist page on Answers for Elders. Mentioned in this episode: Chateau Retirement Chateau Retirement Walk to End Alzheimer's Learn more about the Walk to End Alzheimer's at https://www.alz.org/walk.

Community Relations Directors Ashley Cochran and Katie Vail at Chateau Retirement join Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders podcast. They talk about what's hard about working in the senior living industry as well as what makes it such a worthwhile career. They also share what families should know about the tour process and making the decision about which community to choose. They provide their best advice for family's making the decision to approach mom or dad about a senior living community move. They also talk about what qualities sets Chateau Retirement apart. The interview was recorded live at Chateau Bothell Landing in Bothell, Washington. Katie says, "I want families to know that there is that right fit for you out there. There is a community that will resonate with you, and there are people out there, like our team here, that want to help guide you through the process. It's a daunting and overwhelming process. But we're here to meet you where you're at, and learn about your journey, because everyone's journey is different." Ashley adds, "It's okay to get emotional. It's an emotional process. I've been on the other side of it, and I sat in those offices, in those chairs, and I've cried because I didn't know what questions to ask. And it's okay. And we're here for you. We support you and you will find, like Katie said, there is a community for everybody. It's a matter of finding the right one." Suzanne asks, "Tell us about your secret sauce, girls. You two and Debbie are called the dream team. Why is that?" Katie answers, "I think we're just all super-mission focused on why we're in this industry. I think Debbie has mentioned, it's not for that paycheck. I know we are fortunate in this industry to get a second paycheck, when we see the residents that move into our community and how they thrive. Suzanne says, "As a marketing person, you're more like an ambassador. Would you agree with that??" Ashley says, "Yea. We live with these residents, we're here 40 hours a week, spending time with them, and we love that. But it's such a joy when we you start from the very beginning, and then you get to watch them move in, and you get to help them through that process. And then you walk into the dining room with another tour, and they stand up and they want to tell that tour all about how great it is to live here, and all the activities, and the food, and all these things. And you get to see them on an ongoing basis. So "the sale" isn't done just the minute the check is signed. We're there for the very end too, which makes it an emotional journey, but it is so impactful. And we work really well together as a team of three. We complement each other, we trust each other." Chateau Retirement provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. They have been locally owned and family operated for more than 25 years. Chateau Retirement has three communities in Washington's Seattle/Puget Sound area: Chateau Pacific in Lynnwood, Bothell Landing in Bothell, and Chateau Valley Center in Renton. Visit them online or call 800.960.1944. Visit Chateau's specialist page on Answers for Elders. Mentioned in this episode: Walk to End Alzheimer's Learn more about the Walk to End Alzheimer's at https://www.alz.org/walk. Chateau Retirement Chateau Retirement

A Promise Kept: Honoring His Wishes, Embracing Our Love by Erica Baccus will be available on Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025 at Amazon, Barns & Noble, and other booksellers. As autumn brings reflection on life and legacy, Answers for Elders Radio host Suzanne Newman welcomes Erica Baccus, author of ''A Promise Kept: Honoring His Wishes, Embracing Our Love.'' This deeply moving memoir shares the story of Erica’s journey with her husband’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis and his request to avoid dying in a vegetative state. Married couples facing the realities of dementia and end-of-life choices will find this conversation both raw and profoundly important. In this powerful interview, Erica reveals how she honored her husband’s wish to end his life with dignity through assisted suicide in Switzerland, a decision that U.S. laws made impossible at home. Together, she and Suzanne explore the emotional toll of Alzheimer’s, the complexity of right-to-die legislation, and the courage it takes to make end-of-life decisions as a couple. The Los Angeles Tribune called the book “a cultural act of courage and moral clarity,” and this discussion echoes that sentiment with honesty and compassion. If you or your spouse have ever wondered how to prepare for the possibility of Alzheimer’s, dementia, or difficult end-of-life care decisions, this episode is a must-watch. It encourages couples to have conversations early, before a crisis forces decisions under pressure. With themes of love, courage, and legacy, Erica’s story is not just about death—it’s about how to live fully, honor promises, and face the hardest moments in marriage together. What You’ll Learn: More about Erica and the book Visit Answers for Elders Mentioned in this episode: Legacy Estate Planning Legacy Estate Planning Chateau Retirement Chateau Retirement

A Promise Kept: Honoring His Wishes, Embracing Our Love by Erica Baccus will be available on Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025 at Amazon, Barns & Noble, and other booksellers. When Alzheimer’s strikes a marriage, how do you honor your spouse’s wishes while facing the hardest decisions of your life? In this emotional episode of Answers for Elders Radio, host Suzanne Newman sits down with author Erica Baccus to discuss writing her new book, A Promise Kept: Honoring His Wishes, Embracing Our Love. Erica talks about how she approached sharing the heartbreaking yet courageous journey of her husband’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis, his decision not to die in a vegetative state, and the steps they took together to ensure his wishes were respected. With honesty, compassion, and courage, this conversation is for married couples, caregivers, and anyone who may someday face the realities of dementia and end-of-life decisions. More about Erica and the book Visit Answers for Elders Mentioned in this episode: Chateau Retirement Chateau Retirement Legacy Estate Planning Legacy Estate Planning

A Promise Kept: Honoring His Wishes, Embracing Our Love by Erica Baccus will be available on Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025 at Amazon, Barns & Noble, and other booksellers. In this emotional episode of Answers for Elders Radio, host Suzanne Newman speaks with author Erica Baccus about decisions that had to be made on the heartbreaking yet courageous journey of her husband’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis, his decision not to die in a vegetative state, and the steps they took together to ensure his wishes were respected. With honesty, compassion, and courage, this conversation is for married couples, caregivers, and anyone who may someday face the realities of dementia and end-of-life decisions. More about Erica and the book Visit Answers for Elders Mentioned in this episode: Chateau Retirement Chateau Retirement Legacy Estate Planning Legacy Estate Planning

A Promise Kept: Honoring His Wishes, Embracing Our Love by Erica Baccus will be available on Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025 at Amazon, Barns & Noble, and other booksellers. Answers for Elders Radio host Suzanne Newman welcomes Erica Baccus, author of ''A Promise Kept: Honoring His Wishes, Embracing Our Love.'' In this segment, Suzanne reads a few passages from the book to hear more about them from Erica. Married couples facing the realities of dementia and end-of-life choices will find this conversation both raw and profoundly important. Erica says, "It's important for you to know that I am not advocating for anyone to do what John decided to do. My goal is simply to build awareness about this issue and celebrate our life together." With honesty, compassion, and courage, this conversation is for married couples, caregivers, and anyone who may someday face the realities of dementia and end-of-life decisions. More about Erica and the book Visit Answers for Elders

Discover Vivatude, a new YouTube show for women over 40 seeking strength, inspiration, and balance while navigating midlife, caregiving, and personal wellness. In this episode of the Answers for Elders Radio Show, host Suzanne Newman welcomes Tracy Cromwell, one of four new Vivatude hosts, who brings her expertise in physical and environmental wellness. Together, they discuss finding your “Inner Spark,” overcoming the challenges of caring for aging parents while managing work and family, and how the Eight Foundational Principles of Wellness can help women thrive in their next chapter. If you’re ready to reclaim your energy, prioritize self-care, and create a vibrant future, this inspiring conversation is for you. Tracy Cromwell knows the struggles associated with food, body image, stress, poor gut health, and self-confidence first-hand. In 2006 Tracy was 180 lbs, diagnosed with pre-diabetes, and living the chaotic life of a yo-yo dieter. Her personal journey to health recovery inspired her to change careers so that she could walk alongside others and support them as they walk their own journeys to health. Tracy is the ideal coach for the confused and frustrated dieter. She is certified with the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, a Certified Precision Nutrition Health Coach & ProCoach, a National Academy of Sports Medicine Personal Trainer, and Weight Loss Specialists. Connect with Us 💠 Visit Vivatude's Facebook page 💠 Watch Vivatude episodes on YouTube 💠 Tracy Cromwell YouTubePodcastsInterviews 💠 Answers for Elders website Mentioned in this episode: Chateau Retirement Chateau Retirement Legacy Estate Planning Legacy Estate Planning

Suzanne Newman welcomes Tracy Cromwell, one of four new Vivatude hosts, who brings her expertise in physical and environmental wellness. Vivatude is a new YouTube show for women over 40 seeking strength, inspiration, and balance while navigating midlife, caregiving, and personal wellness. In this episode of the Answers for Elders Radio Show, Tracy discusses crafting a space that supports you in whatever state that your body might be. For instance, her daughter created a reading room, her sanctuary where she can disconnect. Little things can make a big difference. Tracy Cromwell knows the struggles associated with food, body image, stress, poor gut health, and self-confidence first-hand. In 2006 Tracy was 180 lbs, diagnosed with pre-diabetes, and living the chaotic life of a yo-yo dieter. Her personal journey to health recovery inspired her to change careers so that she could walk alongside others and support them as they walk their own journeys to health. Tracy is the ideal coach for the confused and frustrated dieter. She is certified with the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, a Certified Precision Nutrition Health Coach & ProCoach, a National Academy of Sports Medicine Personal Trainer, and Weight Loss Specialists. Connect with Us 💠 Visit Vivatude's Facebook page 💠 Watch Vivatude episodes on YouTube 💠 Tracy Cromwell YouTubePodcastsInterviews 💠 Answers for Elders website Mentioned in this episode: Legacy Estate Planning Legacy Estate Planning Chateau Retirement Chateau Retirement

Women over 40: ready to boost your strength and reduce stress? In this episode, Tracy Cromwell joins Suzanne Newman on Answers for Elders Radio to share simple tips for physical wellness and environmental wellness that anyone can start today. From hydration and movement breaks to clutter-clearing and creating supportive spaces, Tracy shows how small daily changes can help women in midlife — especially family caregivers — feel more energized, balanced, and supported. Quick takeaways: If you’re navigating midlife, caregiving, or just need a wellness reset, these strategies will inspire you to thrive with Vivatude. Connect with Us 💠 Visit Vivatude's Facebook page 💠 Watch Vivatude episodes on YouTube 💠 Tracy Cromwell YouTubePodcastsInterviews 💠 Answers for Elders website

Women over 40: ready to reduce stress and boost your strength? In this episode, Tracy Cromwell joins Suzanne Newman on Answers for Elders Radio to to talk about some greaet episodes she will be making about physical wellness and environmental wellness with tips that anyone can start today. Topics focus on nutrition, building strength even when you can't get to the gym, organizational tips, and improving your surrounds to create a space that better supports you emotionally. These shows will help women in midlife — especially family caregivers — feel more energized, balanced, and supported. Connect with Us 💠 Visit Vivatude's Facebook page 💠 Watch Vivatude episodes on YouTube 💠 Tracy Cromwell YouTubePodcastsInterviews 💠 Answers for Elders website

Discover Vivatude, a groundbreaking movement and media platform designed to help women over 40 reclaim purpose, vitality, and freedom in every stage of life. In this inspiring conversation, hosts Lauren Archer (emotional and spiritual wellness) and Kate Phillips (financial and occupational wellness) join Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to introduce the Vivatude YouTube channel and podcast. Episodes of Vivatude will focus on topics based on the 8 Pillars of Wellbeing — from emotional strength and spiritual clarity to financial freedom and vibrant health. Whether you’re navigating caregiving for an aging parent, seeking balance in relationships, or reinventing yourself in midlife, this segment offers powerful tools, heartfelt stories, and expert insights to help you thrive. Tune in to Vivatude and step into your next chapter with confidence, resilience, and joy. Lauren Archer explores pathways to greater fulfillment, energy, and joy on Vivatude. Get ready to be encouraged, uplifted, and reminded that no matter where you are in life, you can spark your vitality and begin again. Kate Phillips joins the Vivatude team eager to share the “Rich Life Revival”—a journey of discovery that allows us to rewrite the rules when life throws curveballs! The Rich Life isn’t a net worth number or a retirement date. It’s living a life of purpose and prosperity right now, right where you are. Connect with Us 💠 Visit Vivatude's Facebook page 💠 Watch Vivatude episodes on YouTube 💠 Lauren Archer Free 7-Day Energy Elevation LabWebsiteYouTube 💠 Kate Phillips “Break Through to Abundance”YouTubeFacebook Mentioned in this episode: Chateau Retirement Chateau Retirement Legacy Estate Planning Legacy Estate Planning

Hosts Lauren Archer and Kate Phillips join Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about the new YouTube channel and podcast called Vivatude. What is Vivatude? A Movement. A Mindset. A Media Revolution. The show delves deep into the 8 Pillars of well-being — from emotional strength to financial freedom, from spiritual clarity to vibrant health. The show unites women over 40, expert hosts, and soul-nourishing conversations to help you live with more vitality, purpose, and power. Lauren Archer explores pathways to greater fulfillment, energy, and joy on Vivatude. Lauren says, "There's one thing about emotional wellness that a lot of people don't quite get. In Western culture, we tend to come at everything through the intellect. And I know myself, every time something went off in my life, it was because of emotions, and they take over your mind when you are stressed, when you are angry, when you are frustrated, hurt, whatever is going on. It literally changes your brain. And so how do we approach that? So I have dedicated the last 30 years to working with people on different with different kinds of modalities and to help regulate our nervous system, regulate our emotions, and then come to that clarity through our heart and our soul." Kate Phillips explores purpose and prosperity. Kate says, "The sandwich generation, I know I felt very squeezed from both generations at the time... We're sort of being pinched from all different directions. And I really take a holistic view of money because, just like Lauren was saying, we're so focused on intellect with money, we're so focused on the numbers, we think that money is all about the numbers. But I think there's even a bigger game to play: where does my allegiance go? Because money invites us to look at our priorities. It invites us to get creative, invites us to see life in a different way. It isn't always about the numbers. There are these skills that we're learning. Maybe we're learning how to receive or how to have boundaries or how to ask for help. Those are all the different ways that impact us both emotionally, but definitely financially as well." Connect with Us 💠 Visit Vivatude's Facebook page 💠 Watch Vivatude episodes on YouTube 💠 Lauren Archer Free 7-Day Energy Elevation LabWebsiteYouTube 💠 Kate Phillips “Break Through to Abundance”YouTubeFacebook Mentioned in this episode: Chateau Retirement Chateau Retirement Legacy Estate Planning Legacy Estate Planning