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Ten years ago, upon taking the position of Executive Director at Applewood, our management team meticulously crafted a forward-thinking Master Plan for Applewood that projected a decade into the future. With this strategic blueprint guiding every action, we adeptly...
“You know when Anthony has been around because everything looks fresh, clean and new,” says Bill Hunter, Building Services Supervisor. “He is neat, meticulous and takes great pride in the quality of his work.” Though you may not have encountered him in person,...
Today, senior life expectancy and quality of life are higher than ever. With the right lifestyle choices, seniors will stay active and healthy long after they pass age 65, and you can join them by following a few simple guidelines. Engage in Light Exercise If you...
The founders of Battleview Orchards, Betty Lou and Norman Applegate, find joy in their decision to become "reverse snowbirds” The New York Times recently reported that retirees are increasingly forgoing traditional warm weather climates to live closer to children,...
Applewood is surrounded by a thriving New Jersey community offering a wealth of social, cultural and natural destinations to discover and enjoy. In this new series, residents share their favorite places to relax, socialize, learn, shop and dine. Lake Topanemus:...
How Have Senior Living Communities Changed Over the Past 20 Years? Over the last 20 years or so, retirement communities have changed from being large, isolated housing developments to the exact opposite. Long before that, senior housing communities weren't even...
As we age, our bodies naturally change and therefore need a well-rounded mix of nutrients to support those changes. Similar to growing children, healthy eating is important for aging adults need too. Maintaining a healthy diet can help support things like bone health,...
Resident Favorite Family Recipes Featured on Applewood’s Luncheon Menu Living at Applewood shouldn’t just feel like home—it is home. And what better way to share that feeling than by enjoying your favorite family foods with friends and neighbors? Residents are invited...
Expanding Preventive Health Screenings to Empower Residents’ Well-Being At Applewood, the focus on the well-being of our residents is always top of mind. In addition to our one-of-a-kind Physician Lecture Series, we offer comprehensive on-site screenings for...
Living here in Monmouth County, Marcel Legrand heard about Applewood from colleagues whose parents found a new home in a Freehold, New Jersey, continuing care retirement community.