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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 2023 LeadingAge Annual Conference in Chicago. LeadingAge, an organization representing over 5,000…

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Norman and Betty Lou Applegate choose Applewood for retirement

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 children, grandchildren and the familiarity of…

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Keith Grady Appointed to LeadingAge NJDE Board of Trustees

FREEHOLD, NJ (June 21, 2023) ― Keith Grady, LNHA, CALA, CASP, Executive Director at Applewood in Freehold Township, NJ, has been appointed to the LeadingAge New Jersey and & Delaware (LANJDE) Board of Trustees for a three-year term at LANJDE’s Annual Business Meeting &…

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Applewood to Host Bike Donation Drive November 19

Donated bicycles will be refurbished and resold to benefit Boys & Girls Club Initiatives Applewood continuously strives to support the local community through community service endeavors that are meaningful to our residents and staff. Facilitated by resident and distance cyclist Spencer Halper, our bicycle…

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San Gennaro Festival

Wednesday, September 21 | 12:00 pm Please join us for the Feast of San Gennaro when Applewood will feel a little less like a 40-acre community in the rolling hills of New Jersey and a whole lot more like the famous Italian street festival,…

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Hula dancers from a Hawaiian Halau.

Applewood Luau

Thursday, June 23rd | 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm JOIN US! Spend a few hours on Island Time. And maybe say “Aloha” to your future. Grab your Ukulele and your favorite flowered shirt, Applewood is getting tropical on June 23rd when we host an…

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Senior black couple dancing.

Applewood Doo Wop Dance Party

Thursday, May 26th | 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm Come see how our futures are in total harmony.  The Applewood Doo Wop Dance Party is your chance to see how this extraordinary community fits your lifestyle. Come enjoy two hours of awesome Doo Wop…

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