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...
Applewood Launches Dementia Caregiver Support Group for Residents

Applewood Launches Dementia Caregiver Support Group for Residents

Staff Certified Dementia Capable Care Specialists help residents care for loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease and memory decline. “Applewood is one of very few continuing care communities offering in-house dementia support facilitated by certified Dementia Capable...
The Silverbergs Thrive in Their Applewood Apartment Home

The Silverbergs Thrive in Their Applewood Apartment Home

From Big House to Big Adventure After living 23-years in a Jackson, NJ, active adult community, Jack and Marcia Silverberg began to experience signs that it was time for a fresh start. “Many of my male friends in the community passed away,” Jack recalls. “I even lost...
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...
David Wooten, CNA, Awarded National Caregiver Recognition at LeadingAge Conference

David Wooten, CNA, Awarded National Caregiver Recognition at LeadingAge Conference

Applewood CNA Receives National Caregiver Recognition Award During LeadingAge Annual Conference (Chicago, IL) David Wooten, CNA, a dedicated 24-year veteran employee of Applewood, received national recognition for his outstanding career achievements at the...
Staff Profile: Anthony Jenzer – Maintenance Tech & Painter

Staff Profile: Anthony Jenzer – Maintenance Tech & Painter

“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,...