When is the Right Time for Assisted Living?
After enjoying Independent Living at Applewood for 18 years, Beverly knew when it was time for some extra daily support Brooklyn native Beverly Strauss has always had an eye on planning for the future. After her grown children settled in New Jersey, she and…
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Outdoor Enthusiast Seeks Active Senior Community
Catherine Galbreath’s lifestyle is active and then some. Could she find a retirement community that could keep up with her? After living in a 55+ community in Manchester, NJ, for 12 years, Catherine Galbreath knew it was time for a change. “I’ve always been…
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Applewood Employee Creates Unforgettable Birthday Surprise for Longtime Resident
One of the most valuable assets Applewood offers senior living residents is the outstanding quality of its staff. Our employees perform their duties with skill, care, kindness and professionalism. As a not-for-profit, single-site, continuing care retirement community (CCRC), we have curated a tight-knit community…
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9 Best Tips for Stress-Free Moving From NY to NJ for Retirees
You’ve got a lot on your plate as you consider leaving New York to start a new chapter at Applewood’s continuing care retirement community in Freehold, NJ. There are plenty of things to get done as you move your life to your new home,…
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Applewood Residents Knit Thousands of Soap Sacks for People in Need Worldwide
“The volunteers at Applewood possess such empathy and compassion! For several years, they have donated hundreds (thousands?) of knitted and crocheted soap sacks to food pantries in their community. They are an extraordinary group of individuals who provide love and a little dignity to…
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Resident Credits In-House Rehab for Successful Hip Replacement Recovery
For a year, I was dealing with pain in my hip and leg. Not only was it difficult to walk, but it woke me up many times in the middle of the night. So, gathering my courage, I went to a very good orthopedic…
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Top 7 Real Advantages Of An Independent Living Community NJ Neighborhood
Moving to an independent living community like Applewood opens the door to a lifestyle filled with events, amenities, and ample time to pursue your interests. Consider the benefits you could get by joining our community of neighbors. Real Advantages for You When you Choose…
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New York Actress Chooses Applewood’s Active Lifestyle for Retirement
A director friend in the acting community brought Ruth DiMuzio to Applewood. “Bill Starsinic directed me in several productions over the years,” Ruth recalls. “I visited Bill and his wife at Applewood several times and quickly grew to love the community’s friendly atmosphere.” Bill…
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7 Spring Lawn Care Tasks to Say Goodbye to With an Independent Living Home
Freeing yourself from lawn care is often mentioned as one of the key advantages of moving to an independent living community like Applewood in Freehold, New Jersey. There are certainly many benefits that come with joining an active, secure, maintenance-free community where yardwork is…
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