Welcome to Five Rivers Retirement Resources

Our Team

At Five Rivers Retirement Resources, we are a family-based team committed to serving our community with honesty, compassion, and local knowledge.


Shawn James

With over 30 years at International Paper — including 26 years as union president — Shawn has a long history of helping people understand their benefits. Today, he carries that same dedication into retirement planning, Medicare guidance, and insurance solutions for families in our community.


Dette Thompson

For 36 years, Dette worked in medical administration, where she witnessed how overwhelming health insurance decisions can be. After helping her own family navigate Medicare, she became a licensed insurance agent to provide support and clarity for others. Her passion is helping clients feel confident and cared for as they plan their future.




Our Vision

We are on a mission to be the trusted resource our community turns to for clear, compassionate guidance in Medicare, insurance, and retirement planning — helping local families find security and peace of mind for the future. 

Our Services

At Five Rivers Retirement Resources, we provide personalized guidance to help you make confident decisions about your health and financial future.

Medicare Guidance

  • Turning 65 or already enrolled?
  • We help you understand your options and compare plans so you can choose what fits your needs.

Life Insurance

  • Protect your family’s future with coverage that provides peace of mind and financial security.

Health Insurance

  • Explore coverage options designed to give you the right balance of protection and affordability.

Retirement Planning & Annuities

  • Learn about safe, reliable ways to grow your savings and create income you won’t outlive.

Long-Term Care Insurance

  • Prepare for the unexpected by protecting your retirement savings from future healthcare costs.

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We do not offer every plan available in your area. Any information we provide is limited to those plans we do offer in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov or 1-800-MEDICARE to get information on all of your options.

We do have over 200 major companies we work with to provide you the best options available.

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