Choosing Applewood: Embracing an Active Retirement with Premier Monmouth County Amenities

Choosing Applewood: Embracing an Active Retirement with Premier Monmouth County Amenities

Brooklyn native Susan Barasch and Richard Elliott, from upstate New York, reveled in their retirement life in Asheville, NC, for nearly a decade. They enjoyed a healthy outdoor lifestyle and built lasting friendships, particularly with former New Jerseyans, Tom and...
Stay Strong & Pain-Free: Managing Senior Low Back Pain

Stay Strong & Pain-Free: Managing Senior Low Back Pain

Studies show up to 80% of people over age 65 suffer from low back pain. This week, Applewood’s Physician Lecture Series presented board-certified orthopedic surgeon Dr. Justin Elkrief from the Advanced Orthopedics Sports Medicine Institute who provided guidance about...
Returning to Their Apple Orchards Roots: The Applegates’ Journey

Returning to Their Apple Orchards Roots: The Applegates’ Journey

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...
Physician Lecture Series + On-site Screenings = A Healthier Applewood Resident

Physician Lecture Series + On-site Screenings = A Healthier Applewood Resident

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...
Newly Certified PWR!Moves® Instructors Introduce Parkinson’s-Focused Programming at Applewood

Newly Certified PWR!Moves® Instructors Introduce Parkinson’s-Focused Programming at Applewood

Engaged Living™ Manager Courtney Paul and Fitness Coordinator Mike Kubas recently completed training to become certified PWR!Moves® instructors. This certification will enable Courtney and Mike to launch a new Parkinson’s disease-focused program designed...
Applewood’s New Senior Wellness Series Created for Established Residents

Applewood’s New Senior Wellness Series Created for Established Residents

Joyful Movements & MotionTM programs are designed to reconnect long-time residents and those who may shy away from fitness & wellness activities due to advanced aging. Applewood’s Engaged Living™ lifestyle has long been known for offering a range of...