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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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Sunrise of Yorba Linda

4792 Lakeview Avenue, Yorba Linda, CA 92886

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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12
12 Photos available
5
5 Floor plans available
9.9
Review Score
61 reviews

Sunrise of Yorba Linda is a wonderful environment for my mother. She is 100 years old and has lived in her own home until now. The staff at Sunrise has done an outstanding job of helping Mom with the...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Sunrise of Yorba Linda is located in a quiet, residential community at Lakeview and Lemon. We are within steps of the new Yorba Linda Library and Cultural Center and across the street from the Yorba Linda Towne Center complete with shops, eateries and theatres. We are also within minutes of ...

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Pine Ridge of Garfield Senior Living

36333 Garfield Road, Clinton Township, MI 48035

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
19
19 Photos available
9.9
Review Score
110 reviews

We brought our mother here to Pine Ridge of Garfield when she couldn’t stay home alone anymore. We couldn’t have picked a better community. She settled in after only two days with the help and support of...

Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Independent Living
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Discover the unparalleled joys of retirement living at Pine Ridge of Garfield!Nestled in the heart of Clinton Township, Michigan, our 55+ independent living community provides unparalleled amenities and services tailored to complement a vibrant and carefree lifestyle.Our on-site chef-prepared...

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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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16 Photos available
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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Canterfield of Fort Myers

18301 Trifecta Ln, Fort Myers, FL 33967

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
36
36 Photos available
3
3 Floor plans available
9.9
Review Score
47 reviews

It is small and not corporate owned so the staff and residents know you very quickly ! My husband and really liked that the residents helped each other when needed and they looked out for each other!

Best Activities
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Canterfield of Fort Myers invites you to discover a truly exceptional way of life. We are an inspiring retirement community that enables you to design each day as you desire. We are building a brand new tradition by offering "carefree living" in a country club-like setting where our residents...

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Presbyterian Village of Austell

2000 E West Connector, Austell, GA 30106

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

Staff at Presbyterian Village Austell Georgia prepared for a snow and ice storm in a very professional manner. Through out the 60 acre campus, Safe Step Select Blend Ice Melter was applied to sidewalks and...

Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes

Welcome to Presbyterian Village of AustellEveryone is a neighbor at Presbyterian Village.  Our atmosphere of nurturing the whole person encourages residents and staff to keep learning, serving, growing and appreciating each other more fully each day. Presbyterian Village is a recognized...

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Gardens of Daphne

1307 Daphne Ave, Daphne, AL 36526

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
9
9 Photos available
9.9
Review Score
56 reviews

It was a hard decision to make the move to assisted living, but once we visited we knew Gardens of Daphne was the only place for my aunt. She is very happy and the only regret she has is not making the move...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Friendly, southern and oh so charming, the Gardens of Daphne Assisted Living offers the personal attention and home-like environment your loved one deserves. From the rockers on the shady front porch to the spacious family-style dining room to the comfortable central common-area, our senior...

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The Ashton on Dorsey

1105 Dorsey Lane, Louisville, KY 40223

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
28
28 Photos available
3
3 Floor plans available
9.9
Review Score
38 reviews

Ashton was a very happy community of wonderful caregivers. They gave mom exceptional attention and worked hard to make sure she felt safe and cared for. Food was delicious most of the time.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Dealing with the realities of aging can be challenging—from physical limitations and medical issues to cognitive changes and more. No matter where you are in your story, we know that finding the right senior living experience is paramount. At The Ashton on Dorsey, we’re dedicated to helping you...

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Atria Golden Creek

33 Creek Road, Irvine, CA 92604

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
13
13 Photos available
9
9 Floor plans available
9.9
Review Score
97 reviews

quite honestly, from our point of view as caregivers, all of the above would receive a 5 except for the food (in our mom's opinion) and the value (a little pricey, but certainly not a deal breaker) the...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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What makes Atria Golden Creek the best senior living option in Irvine? It's our commitment to enhancing the lives of today's seniors and future generations with energy-saving renovations, including a pursuit of LEED certification. We offer a beautiful community where you'll find a friendly and...

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Gardens of Pelham

2124 Old Montgomery Hwy, Pelham, AL 35124

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
19
19 Photos available
9.9
Review Score
112 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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Devonshire Retirement Village

101 Devonshire Dr, Lapeer, MI 48446

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
52
52 Photos available
9.9
Review Score
77 reviews

Having our Mom transition from her home to a place which provided care that she needed, was a difficult decision. From the moment We stepped into Devonshire We as a family and Most importantly our Mother...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Welcome to Devonshire Retirement Village! 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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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.