Ewing Independent Living

     There are plenty of places to retire in New Jersey, but the new generation of retirees, the baby boomers, is demanding that their retirement be green so that future generations can enjoy the Earth that they share. Some independent living communities share this view. Ewing Independent Living is one of them.

     Ewing Independent Living is a newly constructed, 72 unit affordable community in Ewing, N.J., dedicated to seniors 55 and over and adults with disabilities. With 56 one-bedroom and 16 two-bedroom apartments in an elevator building, Ewing Independent Living has 58,000 square feet of residential space. All apartments consist of, at a minimum, a kitchen, living room, bathroom and one bedroom. The building surrounds two large courtyards which contain a patio, bocce courts, raised gardens, shuffleboard and a sandbox for children. Grandchildren are welcome but should be supervised.

     Ewing Independent Living is designed to provide an environment where seniors and those with disabilities can maintain independence while obtaining assistance with daily activities as needed. Trained and certified staff will be available to provide companionship, supervision and help with tasks such as escorting residents to the common dining room. Twelve units will be reserved for residents with developmental disabilities.

     Ewing Independent Living incorporates a variety of green features:

     • Photovoltaic (PV) solar panels to power common space

     • Energy Star certified appliances

     • Low-e fiberglass windows

     • Recycled carpet

     • Non-vinyl composition tile

     • Low-VOC paints and glues

     • Superior Walls (prefab concrete with R-15 insulation) on first floor

     • Drip irrigation in the courtyard gardens