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A Year of Excellence Executive Director Keith Grady hosted the inaugural Employee Recognition luncheon to honor more than 200 team members of Applewood. “Our staff are dedicated team members who work tirelessly to make Applewood a premier community and home for our...
What are the benefits of a Life Care Contract? As you head into retirement, planning for long-term care can give you the peace of mind needed to enjoy each day without worry. More than two-thirds of adults age 65 or older will spend some time in a long-term care...
The Applewood Players theatrical group is back! Under the direction of Carol Azzarone, a seasoned theatrical producer and director, residents are in full rehearsal mode, preparing for their first performance in the Performing Arts Center on December 16. Azzarone,...
Four strategies to strengthen social networks and offset loneliness As the annual holiday season approaches, we all feel excitement and anticipation, envisioning celebrations with family, socializing with friends and making new memories. We are bombarded with...
“Mastering Parkinson’s Disease,” a new interactive health education series, hosted by Jia Zhen Cheng, MD, CentraState Medical Center Movement Disorder Specialist; Shannon Lenahan, PT, DPT, CentraState Rehabilitation Department; and Rhonda Johnson, MS, CCC-SLP,...
Dining Services team member uses personal experience to help a diabetic resident in need The employees of Applewood are exemplary not only for their expertise and dedication, but also for their commitment to helping residents in any situation. Recently, Jody Oakes, a...
After moving to Applewood in their early 70’s in 2017, Charles and Yvonne Clark immediately began enjoying the resort-style amenities and resident interest clubs, making them easily recognizable by most residents in the community for partaking in all that Applewood...
A new resident editorial board to usher in a fresh look for the heralded publication Nowhere is the depth of Applewood’s cultural and artistic diversity more evident than in its longstanding literary magazine, the Spicy Apple. Produced by residents for residents since...
Fall Family Traditions in Freehold NJ – Apple Orchards, Pumpkin Patches, and Hayrides, Oh My! As the crisp fall air arrives, it’s the perfect time to start thinking about visiting apple orchards and scouring pumpkin patches to pluck future jack-o’-lanterns right off...
“I could not be happier to be part of Applewood,” Paul says. “This is home.” New York City area retirees have historically relocated to warmer climates, particularly Florida. But, as we first reported in 2020, Applewood has welcomed a steady stream of seniors moving...