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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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Grand Villa of Sarasota

730 South Osprey Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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20
20 Photos available
3
3 Floor plans available
9.9
Review Score
67 reviews

1 - 8 all 5's one item that my family is having a hard time with is the accessibility and ease to get into the memory care which is arduous. I dread it for each visit to see dad. We ring the bell on the...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Grand Villa of Sarasota is a beautifully landscaped, Florida community situated on three lush acres on the Hudson Bayou. It is close to historic and charming downtown Sarasota, which offers residents plenty of excellent shopping and dining options. Residents enjoy our warm, relaxing environment,...

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Harbor Terrace Retirement Community

435 W. 8th Street, San Pedro, CA 90731

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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1
1 Floor plans available
9.9
Review Score
41 reviews

The staff is great. Very patient with my aunt who has dementia. The facility is very clean and the food is good. There are plenty of activities every day for residents who wish to participate. My aunt...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Harbor Terrace has been voted BEST ASSISTED LIVING in the entire SOUTH BAY by Daily Breeze readers for the past 13 years.We are proud to be family owned and several of our staff have been with us for 15+ years.We are walking distance from unique boutiques and shops, restaurants, theaters, banks...

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Cypress Woods

2755 Chestnut Ridge Road, Kingwood, TX 77339

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

All of the staff do their jobs well in a timely manner. Staff and residents are super kind and friendly. And the charge for all of my expenses is very reasonable and affordable. Lastly, since I have lived...

Provides: Independent Living
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Cypress Woods provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Nestled in picturesque grounds and surrounded by trees, you'll love the graceful elegance of our facilities while enjoying all the conveniences of the nearby community. We're close to shopping, healthcare,...

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Sunrise of Sunnyvale

633 South Knickerbocker Drive, Sunnyvale, CA 94087

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

Sunrise Sunnyvale was fantastic. Great compassionate care for the 10 days our mother was there. Prompt refund on the rent according to the terms. Lovely staff. Excellent food (which mom didn't eat, but my...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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About Sunrise of SunnyvaleCommunity & Location Highlights:Convenient location in beautiful Sunnyvale, CANear El Camino HospitalRooftop garden with stunning views of the surrounding regionConvenient access via Highways 85, 101, 880 and 280Minutes from Sunnyvale Town Center, featuring Macy's...

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Candlestone Assisted Living and Memory Care

4124 Waldo Ave, Midland, MI 48642

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
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46 reviews

My parents have been residents at Candlestone Assisted Living for about a year now and we’ve been very pleased. The staff is fantastic. They genuinely care about my parents well being and they go out of...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Welcome to Candlestone Assisted Living & Memory Care! 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 assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service level, we...

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Clarendale of Algonquin

2001 W Algonquin Rd, Algonquin, IL 60102

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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10 Floor plans available
9.9
Review Score
275 reviews

The transition from my home to here at Clarendale had been a more pleasant experience than anticipated which was somewhat a surprise. All of the staff is kind, friendly and helpful and I feel blessed.

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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At Clarendale of Algonquin, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Indoor and Outdoor parking available at our location. Our purpose-built community has the advantage of specialized...

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Cogir of Edmonds

21500 72nd Avenue West, Edmonds, WA 98026

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

Support staff and caregivers are great. Communication has at times been a struggle with administrators. Room size for one bedroom is great. Food could use more variety on the daily offerings but is largely...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Cogir of Edmonds is a fine, full-service senior living community nestled in the city of Edmonds. Offering residents the opportunity to live their lives to the fullest, the community features gracious amenities, thoughtful services, fine dining options, and a diverse social calendar. Narrow,...

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Brookdale Brighton

833 East Grand River Avenue, Brighton, MI 48116

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
12
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3
3 Floor plans available
9.9
Review Score
105 reviews

I have lived at Brookdale for almost 3 years and have enjoyed every minute of it. My other friends that live here are a delight and I enjoy their camaraderie. There are always various things to do if you...

Provides: Independent Living
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Put more life in your senior living. The senior life here is built on two things: interesting things to do, and interesting people to do them with. As one of the premier independent living communities in the heart of beautiful Brighton, Michigan, we offer our fantastic residents a fantastic...

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Heritage Hill Assisted Living and Memory Care

1430 Cleaver Rd, Caro, MI 48723

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
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100 reviews

Hands down, best decision. Starting with the staff in every department is amazing. They really care and include everyone. The communication from every department is awesome. There is always something...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Welcome to Heritage Hill Assisted Living & Memory Care! 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 assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service level,...

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Villas of Holly Brook Chatham

825 E. Walnut Street, Chatham, IL 62629

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

This is a beautiful, well-appointed home. The staff are caring and knowledgeable, and STABLE. They don't leave! Everyone has worked so hard to make sure that our mom has a good, welcoming environment whwre...

Provides: Assisted Living
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We are Chatham's only ALL INCLUSIVE community. We are pet friendly as well. Tours and admissions accepted 7 days per week.

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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.