FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP – “The key to happiness is enjoyment of the living process. The certainties of every day are limiting. When you’re not sure, there is a sense of excitement and you are vibrant.”
These were the motivational words of actress June Lockhart, who shared her personal and professional inspirations with more than 400 attendees at Applewood Estates’ preview inaugural celebration on Dec. 12.
The event highlighted the completion of the not-for-profit lifecare community’s $38 million expansion and renovation project. In addition to Lockhart’s keynote address, the American Boychoir, based in Princeton, performed a concert featuring seasonal selections and classical works.
“The ‘new’ Applewood Estates is redefining lifecare and retirement living in New Jersey by balancing cultural, educational and intergenerational activities and amenities with a variety of health care services,” said Jay Solomon, vice president of CentraState Senior Services. “We were honored to have Ms. Lockhart and the American Boychoir with us to mark this milestone.”
Applewood Estates is an affiliate of CentraState Medical Center, a private, not-for-profit health organization.
“We invited Ms. Lockhart to help celebrate with us because she personifies the typical Applewood Estates resident,” Solomon added. “She is active, accomplished in her profession, has a family and continues to rediscover former interests while exploring new pursuits.”
Applewood Estates recently marked the opening of its Promenade, a 20,000- square-foot wing featuring a new 250-seat performance center, where the gala event was held.
The southern wing includes a formal dining room with cathedral ceilings and exposed beams, a 75-foot indoor heated lap pool and fully equipped fitness center with a juice bar and spa. Applewood Estates also features a library, game room, convenience shop, bank and business center.
In addition to the Promenade, the expansion has added 20 upscale cottages and 50 apartments to the 240 existing apartment homes. The residence is designed for adults age 65 and older who enjoy an independent, active lifestyle and the guarantee of onsite health care.