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Best of 2025 Senior Living Award Winners: Independent Living

Top Independent Living Communities

These are the best independent living communities of 2025, representing the top 1-2% of senior living providers nationwide based on reviews. Families and residents celebrated the friendly staff, beautiful facilities, delicious food, and engaging activities.

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The Residence at Orchard Grove

258 Walnut St, Shrewsbury, MA 01545

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
Review Score
49 reviews

A Place for Mom sent me a list of facilities in my desired area. We toured three. All were very good, but Residence at Orchard Grove stood above the rest. The facility itself has an open, modern design,...

Best Meals and Dining
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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The Residence at Orchard Grove is a brand new monthly rental community in Shrewsbury. This luxury senior living community features independent and assisted living apartments along with a supportive neighborhood for those living with dementia and Alzheimer's.Featuring LCB's Everyday Gourmet dining...

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Arbour Square

695 Main St, Harleysville, PA 19438

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
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112 reviews

Although my sister came to Arbour Square with a lot of reservations, the staff were great at connecting her with other residents and helping her settle in. She is much happier than she’s been in a long time

Provides: Independent Living
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Discover the unparalleled joys of retirement living at Arbour Square of Harleysville!Nestled on a picturesque 22-acre campus in the heart of Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, our 55+ independent senior community offers an enriching lifestyle. At Arbour Square, you can embrace worry-free living...

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The Isle at Cedar Ridge

2200 S Lakeline Rd, Cedar Park, TX 78613

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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6 Floor plans available
9.9
Review Score
54 reviews

We chose Isle at Cedar Ridge for my father’s advanced care needs, and it’s been the best decision. Their two-person assist and diabetic management services are handled flawlessly. The Memory Support program...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Discover luxurious senior living at The Isle at Cedar Ridge in Cedar Park, Texas. Just north of Austin, this vibrant community offers high-quality assisted living with thoughtful amenities and a dynamic social atmosphere.Conveniently located off North Highway 183, the community offers easy access...

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The Waterford at Thousand Oaks

4243 Thousand Oaks, San Antonio, TX 78217

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
Review Score
159 reviews

I have found this to be a very happy place to live. I have met so many great and amazing people. Meals are a pleasure as there is someone to talk to who are as happy as you are to be here. Good food and...

Best Meals and Dining
Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Independent Living
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Remember The Waterford at Thousand Oaks for Independent Living in San Antonio, Texas. Our blend of desired amenities and convenient services offers residents a vibrant lifestyle with the independence they expect and deserve. From thoughtfully designed studio, one- and two-bedroom floor plans to...

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Independence Village of Midland

2325 Rockwell Drive, Midland, MI 48642

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
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332 reviews

I have residents here almost ten moths and have been very happy. Staff and residents are extremely friendly and helpful. I was impressed by how quickly all the staff learned my name! I'm amazed at all the...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Welcome to Independence Village of Midland! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include independent living, assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service...

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Cogir of Lotus Park

2639 W 3520 S, West Haven, UT 84401

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
Review Score
44 reviews

The staff is very friendly. They are patient and kind with the memory care patients. I wish the memory care patients had a choice of meals, and had more access to snacks and beverages, like the...

Most Friendly
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Cogir of Lotus Park is a Senior Living Community located in West Haven, Utah offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. We provide exceptional care with the amenities and services you and your loved one are looking for. Enjoy a robust daily calendar of events, restaurant-style...

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Greenwood Village South

295 Village Lane, Greenwood, IN 46143

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
Review Score
94 reviews

Beautiful property!! Enjoy the activities !! Meals are very good and the dining room is fantastic! Employees are so polite and very helpful

Provides: Assisted Living
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In Greenwood, Indiana, 15 miles south of Indianapolis, comfortable living and helpful services come together in a tree-lined neighborhood designed to give seniors everything they need in one place: Greenwood Village South. A non-profit Life Plan Community offering independent living, assisted...

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Laurel Springs

151 East Plantation Terrace, Mustang, OK 73064

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
Review Score
46 reviews

5 years ago I lost my husband and moved to Laurel springs. It was the best decision I ever made. I have made so many friends and felt so very safe every day. I enjoy coffee every weekday at 9am and playing...

Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Independent Living
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Discover luxury and carefree living at Laurel Springs, a senior living community in Mustang, Oklahoma. Indulge in premium amenities, including a clubhouse, fitness center, outdoor pool, and walking trails, that promote socializing, exercising, and having fun. At Laurel Springs, our professional...

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Gardens of Pelham

2124 Old Montgomery Hwy, Pelham, AL 35124

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
Review Score
111 reviews

This is our second year to have our mom at The Gardens. Initially, she was not an easy placement, but the staff at The Gardens made all the difference in the world. Now Mom loves The Gardens and thinks if it...

Provides: Assisted Living
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At the Gardens of Pelham Assisted Living, our retirement community meets the diverse and changing needs of today’s senior citizens. Conveniently located off 1-65 North at exit 246 in Pelham near the Oak Mountain Park, the Garden’s atmosphere is warm and relaxed. Our month-to-month rent, without...

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Sunrise at Siegen

9351 Siegen Lane, Baton Rouge, LA 70810

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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4
4 Floor plans available
9.9
Review Score
48 reviews

Ease of moving.in, welcoming and attentive staff, food could use more variety.. but I suppose that is difficult. Room size was good, amenities were good - walking path and group rooms downstairs.. we did not...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Sunrise at Siegen is an assisted living community situated in the lovely cultural capital of Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana. Louisiana is one state that has increasingly been an independent setup and it has been incredibly endowed with French culture and customs. This...

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Best of 2026 Senior Living Awards criteria

Receive 10 or more reviews on APlaceforMom.com

Attain an overall Review Score of at least 9.5 based on review

Offer assisted living, independent living, skilled nursing, or memory care in the United States or Canada

*Based on reviews and ratings collected from APlaceforMom.com during the awards period, Jan. 1, 2025 to Dec. 31, 2025. U.S. and Canada only.

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The best independent living communities in the U.S. earned A Place for Mom’s 2025 Best of Senior Living Awards based on resident and family reviews. The highly rated featured communities represent the top 2-3% of independent living providers nationwide.