nursing home in Freehold, NJ
Applewood Village, INC
1 Applewood Drive, Freehold, NJ 07728 · (732) 303-7403
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Applewood Village, INC at a glance
Applewood Village, INC is a 60-bed non-profit nursing home in Freehold, New Jersey (Monmouth County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the New Jersey average of 3.3.
Residents receive about 5.7 hours of nursing care per day (1.4 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 6, 2026) found 0 health citations. The New Jersey average is 8.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 22.8% per year (state average 39.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 60
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- March 20, 1990
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Monmouth County
- CMS Certification Number
- 315292
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 5.73 hrs | 3.85 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.35 hrs | 0.68 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.78 hrs | 2.23 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 5.36 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 22.8% | 39.7% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 16.7% | 37.7% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 0 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 5 | 72.3 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $34,926 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 60 | 147 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 38 | 122 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 63.3% | 84% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 1.7% | 2.3% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1.2% | 5.4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 12.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 0.8% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 4.4% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 0% | 4.6% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 4% | 12.1% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 17% | 18.8% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 4.9% | 15.6% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 95% | 93% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 89.1% | 80.1% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 88.1% | 79% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 2 health deficiencies and 8 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 6, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 10, 2026 |
| March 6, 2026 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 10, 2026 |
| March 6, 2026 Fire safety | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 10, 2026 |
| March 6, 2026 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 10, 2026 |
| November 27, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 16, 2024 |
| November 27, 2024 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 16, 2024 |
| November 27, 2024 Fire safety | Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0916 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 13, 2024 |
| November 27, 2024 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 9, 2024 |
| November 27, 2024 Standard | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0919 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 16, 2024 |
| November 27, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 16, 2024 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| ATLANTIC HEALTH SYSTEM Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 51% | 01/01/2022 |
| CENTRA STATE HEALTH CARE SYSTEM Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 05/17/2006 |
| DELLOCONO, JOHN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/17/2006 |
| GRADY, KEITH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/20/2014 |
| CENTRA STATE HEALTH CARE SYSTEM Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/17/2006 |
| MCAVENIA, JANICE Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/1995 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Applewood Village, INC's rating?
Applewood Village, INC has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for New Jersey nursing homes is 3.3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Applewood Village, INC receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 0 citations, compared with a New Jersey average of 8.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Applewood Village, INC accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Applewood Village, INC?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Applewood Village, INC and how do I contact it?
Applewood Village, INC is at 1 Applewood Drive, Freehold, NJ 07728. Phone: (732) 303-7403.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.