Applewood Village
Nursing Home · Freehold, NJ
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Applewood Village

Nursing Home · Freehold, NJ
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
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Applewood Village accepts Medicare and private pay.

Overview of Applewood Village

Applewood Village is a continuing care retirement community located in Freehold, NJ. It offers a range of services including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Residents can enjoy resort-style amenities and a vibrant community atmosphere.
(732) 780-7370

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▲ 17.0% Above NJ avg.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▲ 39.4% Above NJ avg.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▼ 67.7% Below NJ avg.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▲ 13.6% Above NJ avg.

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay
52 days

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

70% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 24 days

Private pay

30% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 8 - 9 months

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$35.6M
Surplus of revenue
$859.2K
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$35.6M
Surplus of revenue
$859.2K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$14.9M
41.8% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$19.9M
Total costs $34.8M
Bed community size
51-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 88 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
67%
Lower than the New Jersey average: 77%
Occupied beds
34 / 51
Average residents per home in New Jersey 119 per day

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Residence
ExpirationMarch 31, 2026
License Number13A003

Ownership & Operating Entity

Applewood Village is administrated by Ms. Sally Awad.

Owner NameApplewood Village, Inc.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

Glass-Enclosed Heated Indoor Pool
24-Hour Fitness Center
Performing Arts Center
Putting Green
Driving Range
Resident-Curated Experiences
Monthly Cooking Demonstrations
Community-Based Learning Programs
Specific ProgramsActive Adult Living, Short-term Rehab, Home Services, Culinary Institute, Wellness Center, Volunteer Opportunities

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Inspection History

In New Jersey, the Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing conducts mandatory unannounced surveys to ensure facilities provide safe and effective resident care.

Since 2024 · 2 years of data 6 deficiencies 2 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the New Jersey state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2024 vs. New Jersey state average
Overall vs. NJ average 1 Worse Metrics worse than New Jersey average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (50% above)
5 Better Metrics better than New Jersey average:
• Total deficiencies (67% below)
• Deficiencies per year (67% below)
• Total inspections (78% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (100% below)
• Inspection deficiency rate (100% below)
Latest Inspection November 20, 2025

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

MetricThis FacilityNJ Averagevs. NJ Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 618 This facility has 67% fewer total deficiencies than a typical New Jersey nursing home (6 vs. NJ avg 18).↓ 67% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2024. 39 This facility has 67% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical New Jersey nursing home (3 vs. NJ avg 9).↓ 67% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 32 This facility has 50% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical New Jersey nursing home (3 vs. NJ avg 2).↑ 50% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

MetricThis FacilityNJ Averagevs. NJ Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 29 This facility has 78% fewer total inspections than a typical New Jersey nursing home (2 vs. NJ avg 9).↓ 78% better
Inspections with deficiencies Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency. 022 This facility has 100% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical New Jersey nursing home (0 vs. NJ avg 22).↓ 100% better
Inspection deficiency rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency. 0%244% This facility has 244 percentage points lower inspection deficiency rate than a typical New Jersey nursing home (0% vs. NJ avg 244%).↓ 244% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection on November 20, 2025, did not identify any deficiencies. Earlier inspections showed mixed results, including a complaint investigation on May 6, 2024, where inspectors cited several deficiencies related to documentation, resident rights posting, abuse prevention, notification procedures, and care plan updates following an alleged abuse incident. The complaint investigation found the abuse allegation unsubstantiated due to insufficient evidence, and the facility implemented corrective actions confirmed by a revisit survey. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The inspection history suggests improvement, with the latest report showing no deficiencies after prior issues were addressed.

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Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 2

New Jersey average 4


Last Health inspection on Nov 2024

Total health citations
3

New Jersey average 20.9

Citations per inspection
1.5

New Jersey average 5.35


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

All 3 citations resulted from standard inspections.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 4 years)
Critical Health citations More info
0
100% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 0.7


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 0.4

0 critical citations More info New Jersey average: 0.7

0 serious citations More info New Jersey average: 0.4

3 moderate citations More info New Jersey average: 19.3

0 minor citations More info New Jersey average: 0.5
Citations history (last 4 years)
Environmental moderate citation Info Issues related to building safety, cleanliness, maintenance, and overall living conditions. Nov 27, 2024
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Nov 27, 2024
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Sep 21, 2022
Corrected

Financial Assistance for
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Applewood Village is located in Freehold, New Jersey.
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Managed Long Term Services and Supports

NJ Medicaid MLTSS

Age 65+ or disabled
General New Jersey resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
NJ

High urban demand; managed care model.

Benefits
In-home care (5-7 hours/day) Assisted living Respite (240 hours/year) Medical services

JACC (Jersey Assistance for Community Caregiving)

NJ JACC

Age 60+
General New Jersey resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $40,000 individual
NJ

Higher asset limit; limited funding.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Home modifications (~$1,000 avg.)

Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged and Disabled (PAAD)

New Jersey PAAD

Age 65+
General NJ resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D or eligible.
Income Limits (2025) ~$42,142/year (individual), ~$49,209/year (couple).
Asset Limits Not assessed.
NJ

Copays $5 (generic), $7 (brand); covers Part D premiums up to benchmark.

Benefits
Prescription cost reduction ($500-$1,000/year savings) Premium assistance ($20/month above benchmark)

Senior Gold Prescription Discount Program

New Jersey Senior Gold

Age 65+
General NJ resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D or eligible.
Income Limits (2025) ~$42,142-$52,142/year (individual), ~$49,209-$59,209/year (couple).
Asset Limits Not assessed.
NJ

Copays $15 + 50% of remaining cost; no premium assistance.

Benefits
Prescription cost reduction (~$300-$800/year savings)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

New Jersey Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General NJ resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
NJ

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Senior Freeze (Property Tax Reimbursement)

New Jersey Senior Freeze

Age 65+ by Dec 31 prior year
General NJ resident, homeowner, paid property taxes.
Income Limits (2025) ~$150,000/year combined household, projected
Asset Limits Not assessed; home ownership required.
NJ

Combines with ANCHOR/Stay NJ via PAS-1; annual application.

Benefits
Tax reimbursement (~$500-$2,000/year) for increases since base year

ANCHOR (Affordable NJ Communities for Homeowners and Renters)

New Jersey ANCHOR

Age 65+ prioritized
General NJ resident, homeowner/renter, paid property taxes/rent.
Income Limits (2025) ~$150,000/year (homeowners), ~$75,000/year (renters).
Asset Limits Not assessed.
NJ

Combines with Senior Freeze/Stay NJ; broader than prior Homestead program.

Benefits
Tax relief (~$700-$1,500/year homeowners, ~$250-$450 renters)

Stay NJ

New Jersey Stay NJ

Age 65+ by Dec 31 prior year
General NJ resident, homeowner, lived in home 10+ years.
Income Limits (2025) ~$500,000/year projected, subject to final regs
Asset Limits Not assessed; home ownership required.
NJ

Up to 50% tax credit (max $6,500); phased implementation.

Benefits
Tax credit (~$3,000-$6,500/year, projected) starting 2026

Universal Service Fund (USF)

New Jersey Universal Service Fund

Age 65+ prioritized
General NJ resident, utility customer, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
NJ

Must owe >$25 on bill; combines with LIHEAP if eligible.

Benefits
Bill credits (~$300-$1,500/year) to cap energy costs at 6% of income

NJ Family Caregiver Support Program (via NFCSP)

New Jersey Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; NJ resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
NJ

21 AAAs; rural/low-income priority.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

New Jersey VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General NJ resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
NJ

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 61
Employees 53
Contractors 8
Staff to resident ratio 1.97:1
11% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average ratio: 1.77:1

Avg staff/day 28
Average shift 7.7 hours
0% compared with New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 8 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 19,605

Nursing staff breakdown

Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 10
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.1 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 17
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.7 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 30
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.4 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

6.3%

1,243 contractor hours this quarter

Licensed Practical Nurse: 6 Certified Nursing Assistant: 2

Staff by category

Certified Nursing Assistant282309,46091100%7.4
Licensed Practical Nurse116174,51991100%7.7
Registered Nurse100103,69791100%8.1
Clinical Nurse Specialist2029306673%7.8
Nurse Practitioner1015046369%8
Administrator1014966268%8
30 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
17 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
10 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 73%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 69%
1 Administrator
% of Days 68%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 31
Medicare
16
51.6% of residents
Medicaid
2
6.5% of residents
Private pay or other
13
41.9% of residents
Programs & Services
CCRC

Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 8.2
21% worse than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 6.8

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 11.8
5% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 12.4

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 7.8%
22% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 10.1%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 16.8%
52% worse than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 11.0%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 10.6%
33% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 16.0%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 4.4%
82% worse than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 2.4%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 8.0%
31% worse than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 6.1%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 1.0%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 4.1%
12% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 4.6%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 1.7%
85% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 11.3%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 4.4%
60% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 11.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 97.1%
In line with New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 93.0%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 89.9%
14% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 78.9%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 1.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 89.1%
11% better than New Jersey average

New Jersey average: 80.1%

Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Applewood Village

Is Applewood Village in a walkable area?

Applewood Village has a walk score of 88. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Applewood Village?

According to NJ state health department records, Applewood Village's license number is 13A003.

When does Applewood Village's license expire?

According to NJ state health department records, Applewood Village's license expires on March 31, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Applewood Village?

Applewood Village's occupancy is 67%.

Who is the administrator of Applewood Village?

Ms. SALLY AWAD is the administrator of Applewood Village.

How many beds does Applewood Village have?

Applewood Village has 51 beds.

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