Chateau Retirement Communities

Chateau Retirement Communities is a family-owned and operated senior living provider dedicated to enhancing the lives of older adults in the greater Seattle area. With locations in Bothell, Lynnwood, and Renton, WA, our communities offer a warm, vibrant, and engaging atmosphere for seniors seeking independent living, assisted living, and memory care.

We focus on creating a welcoming environment where residents can thrive through personalized care, enriching activities, and upscale amenities. Whether you’re looking for a supportive space to enjoy your independence or specialized memory care for a loved one, Chateau is here to meet your needs with compassion and expertise.

What We Offer:
Independent Living: Maintenance-free living with a focus on fun, friendship, and convenience.
Assisted Living: Tailored support to help residents maintain their independence while receiving the care they need.
Memory Care: Specialized programs and services designed for individuals living with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia.
Prime Locations: Communities in Bothell, Lynnwood, and Renton provide easy access to local attractions and amenities.
Enriching Activities: A full calendar of events and activities to promote social engagement and well-being.
• Upscale Amenities: Restaurant-style dining, fitness centers, and beautifully landscaped grounds.

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Podcast episodes

Angel Averman, the Chief Financial Officer of Chateau Retirement

Senior Living Behind the Curtain, Part 2

At Answers for Elders this week, we continue our conversations to open up the hood, peel back the curtain, and talk about what goes on behind the scenes at senior living communities. And we're honored to have conversations today with two incredible C-level executives here at Chateau Retirement. Angel Audino Averman, the Chief Financial Officer of Chateau Retirement, joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show from Chateau Pacific in Lynnwood.
Jason Brooks, the Chief Operating Officer of Chateau Retirement

Senior Living Behind the Curtain, Part 1

This week, we're going to open up the hood, peel back the curtain, and talk about what goes on behind the scenes at senior living communities. And we're honored to have conversations today with two incredible C-level executives here at Chateau Retirement. Jason Brooks, the Chief Operating Officer of Chateau Retirement, joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show from Chateau Pacific in Lynnwood.
Lacy Steed and Michelle Oleas at Chateau Retirement

Life Enrichment for Memory Care

Chateau Gardens memory care director at Chateau Valley Center Michelle Oleas joins Suzanne on the Answers for Elders podcast with Lacy Steed, Vice President of Life Enrichment for Chateau Retirement. This episode was recorded at Chateau Valley Center in Renton, Washington. Michelle and Lacy talks about how memory care interfaces with with Life Enrichment at Chateau, and how they work together.
Lacy Steed and Cindy Serrano at Chateau Retirement

Vibrancy of Resident Life at Senior Living

Why is senior living the next adventure, and not your grandma's nursing home? Cindy Serrano, community relations director of Chateau Retirement at Chateau Valley Center, joins Suzanne on the Answers for Elders podcast with Lacy Steed, Vice President of Life Enrichment for Chateau Retirement. Chateau's services are helpful and consultive, guiding seniors through a journey to live a happier, healthier, longer life – providing resident and family support, and increasing family involvement. This episode was recorded at Chateau Valley Center in Renton, Washington.
Lacy Steed, Vice President of Life Enrichment for Chateau Retirement

Life Enrichment at Senior Living: Much More Than Activities

Lacy Steed, Vice President of Life Enrichment for Chateau Retirement, joins Suzanne on the Answers for Elders podcast to talk about the ways Chateau supports independence and successful aging with a varied activity schedule. But life enrichment goes beyond social activities to quality of life, quality of care, as well as resident and family support. Family-owned Chateau Retirement is Greater Seattle's expert in senior living, with a legacy of success in its culture, tenure, and dedication of staff to its residents. This episode was recorded at Chateau Valley Center in Renton, Washington.
Amanda Krueger, Nicole Bosancu

Senior Living Residents: A Day in the Life

This segment delves into the day in the life of a senior living resident, having a sense of purpose every day so they can feel like they're a vibrant member of a community that is supporting them. It looks at how Chateau Retirement Communities integrates and sustains care to make sure that residents' quality of life is as great as possible. Nicole Bosancu and Amanda Krueger join Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders podcast, recorded onsite at Chateau Pacific in Lynnwood, Washington. Nicole is Heath Services Director at the Chateau at Valley Center community in Renton, Washington. Amanda is Vice President of Health Services.
Amanda Krueger, Laura Smith

Culture and Care Model for Senior Living

This segment discussed senior care options, and the different ways that loved ones join a senior living community like Chateau Retirement Communities. Laura Smith and Amanda Krueger join Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders podcast talk about the Chateau Retirement care model. Laura is Health Services Director at Chateau Pacific. Amanda is Vice President of Health Services. This show was recorded onsite at Chateau Pacific in Lynnwood, Washington.
Amanda Krueger, Vice President of Health Services at Chateau Retirement Communities

Criteria for Excellent Senior Living

Amanda Krueger joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders podcast to talk about senior living, recorded on site at Chateau Pacific in Lynnwood, Washington. Amanda is Vice President of Health Services, and oversees the health and care provided at Chateau Retirement Communities.
Tamra Godfrey, Chateau Retirement Chief of Staff

Vision for Senior Living’s Future

Will Senior Living leverage AI and other technologies in the future? Chief of Staff Tamra Godfrey, SHRM-SCP at Chateau Retirement Communities continues her conversation with Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders radio show from Chateau Boston Landing. Tamra shares her vision to care for the next generation of staff and residents.
Tamra Godfrey, Chateau Retirement Chief of Staff

Growing Up to Lead Senior Living

Chief of Staff Tamra Godfrey, SHRM-SCP joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders radio show from Chateau Boston Landing in Washington State. Tamra discusses how employees are hired and developed at Chateau Retirement Communities so they can be supported and mentored.
Jim Godfrey Chateau Retirement CEO

CEO Enjoys Living in His Senior Community

Suzanne Newman continues her conversation with CEO and President Jim Godfrey at Chateau Retirement in Washington State. In this segment, Jim talks about his experiences living at the senior living community he founded.
Jim Godfrey Chateau Retirement CEO

Senior Living: Giving Back to Community

Suzanne Newman broadcasts this week's radio show from Chateau Retirement in Washington State, talking with CEO and President Jim Godfrey. Jim describes his start in the industry, coming from a construction background and partnering with a person who ran nursing homes in the 1980s. Jim helped redefine retirement living.
Ellie Brown, Chateau Retirement Communities

Tour Senior Communities to Find the Best Fit

We don't spend enough time finding out everything we need to know. Have you got your legal paperwork done? Ellie Brown from Chateau Retirement joins Suzanne to talk about how to find resources for seniors that many people don't even know exist, and strategies for touring senior living communities.
Ellie Brown, Chateau Retirement Communities

Top 3 Ways to Help Declining Loved Ones

Ellie Brown from Chateau Retirement Communities joins Suzanne to share how families can best support their senior loved ones. Ellie shares her top three tips for getting through the transition when a loved one starts struggling/
Ellie Brown, Chateau Retirement Communities

Facing Denial: Dad’s Not Fine, He’s Declining

What signs of aging are of concern as we're supporting our senior loved ones? Ellie Brown from Chateau Retirement Communities joins Suzanne to talk about the warning signs and facing up to the various dynamics of denials, not just from ourselves, but also our loved ones.
Ellie Brown, Chateau Retirement Communities

Our Parents Fib About Their Health, and What To Do About It

L.E. "Ellie" Brown from Chateau Retirement Communities joins Suzanne to talk about how to best support our senior loved ones, particularly as they get older and might need to consider senior living. Ellie works with families every day, and shares common situations that she encounters as families try to help their loved ones. Ellie is Vice President Sales - Strategic Market Analysis, Branding & Sales Leadership for Chateau Retirement.