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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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Concordia of Bella Vista

1 Concordia Drive, Bella Vista, AR 72715

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.6
Review Score
27 reviews

Concordia of Bella Vista is more like an apartment complex with a kitchen serving meals and room and laundry service. Once a resident needs help beyond that like incontinence they are forced to leave....

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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As a trusted landmark in northwest Arkansas for over 50 years, Concordia of Bella Vista is deeply committed to providing an enjoyable and fulfilling lifestyle for each of our independent living and assisted living residents.Perched high on a ridge overlooking Little Sugar and Tanyard Creeks,...

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Sunrise Villa Olympia Fields

3633 Breakers Dr, Olympia Fields, IL 60461

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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4 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
74 reviews

I answered N/A for the care services, because [name removed] resides in independent housing, not assisted living. I answered 4 for number value for cost, because there isn't an opportunity to opt out of the...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Just 30 minutes south of Chicago, Sunrise Villa Olympia Fields provides a highly personalized approach to care, including independent and assisted living tailored to resident needs and abilities. Here, you have a choice of unique ranch-style townhome villas with two-car garages, front porches,...

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Brookdale Allenmore IL

2010 S Union Ave, Tacoma, WA 98405

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3 Floor plans available
9.7
Review Score
55 reviews

[name removed] was a big help, also giving us contacts of locations really helpful. This has worked out well at Brookdale Senior Living for our mom. The search for all the living communities was helpful....

Provides: Independent Living
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Brookdale Allenmore-Independent Living Community is idyllically located close to shopping, medical centers, therapy, eye and dental facilities and yet has a lush green belt to the west for quiet, peaceful enjoyment. A seasoned devoted staff will great and welcome you. The sense of friendliness...

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Inspired Living at Ocoee

1061 Tomyn Blvd, Ocoee, FL 34761

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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7 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
106 reviews

My wife's been a resident now for almost a month. Majority of the staff are pretty nice. The meals don't seem to be warm enough when they're presented to the residents. Otherwise I'm pretty satisfied with...

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Now Open! Inspired LivingLocated right off Rt. 429 just south of Florida's Turnpike, Inspired Living provides premier independent and assisted livingservices with personalized memory care for those with Alzheimer's, dementia or other memory impairments.Our senior living community features...

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Brookdale North Naples

1710 Southwest Health Parkway, Naples, FL 34109

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3 Floor plans available
9.6
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93 reviews

I visited Brookdale at North Napkes a few times before making the decision to move my Mother there. The staff and the aids are very friendly and made me feel very welcome during this difficult time. [name...

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Provides: Assisted Living
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Exceptional Senior LivingThere’s a way to get everything senior living has to offer. A life full of interesting things to do, a community full of interesting people to do them with, and a facility and grounds that feel more like a resort than a senior living community—these are all waiting for...

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Atria at the Arboretum

9306 Great Hills Trail, Austin, TX 78759

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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14 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
58 reviews

The location is great. There seems to be some sort of activity. My mom takes part in every day. I think the cost are too high and could either include more or price could be less

Provides: Independent Living
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Discover the elegance of a resort community with expansive Hill Country views and fine amenities. Our luxury apartments are beautifully appointed and provide an ideal launching point for enjoying Austin's unique culture.At Atria, the choice is always yours. Our community lies just 12 miles from...

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Holiday Maple Downs

7220 E Genesee St, Fayetteville, NY 13066

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3
3 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
60 reviews

You arrange you own independent HHC with teams they have approved to work there. Level of care can adjust as need adjusts without having to move to another facility. The apartment sizes are comparable to...

Provides: Independent Living
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Maple Downs provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Enjoy our private rural setting featuring a pond and wildlife in Fayetteville, a quiet suburb of Syracuse. You'll love the convenience of being situated close to shopping, first-class healthcare and unique...

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Brookdale Phillippi Creek

5501 Swift Road, Sarasota, FL 34231

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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2 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
45 reviews

The food is really good. They have a good selection and it is tasteful. The staff is always helpful. Overall its been a good experience for me and my wife. I have trouble seeing but they got new floors in...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Putting the Life Back In Senior LivingYou’ll find exceptional memory care and assisted living at this community located in desirable Sarasota, Florida. Sarasota is a popular destination for people of all ages, boasting stunning Gulf beaches, a rich history that includes the Ringling Brothers...

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The Jefferson

900 North Taylor Street, Arlington, VA 22203

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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10
10 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
42 reviews

Received prompt professional courteous service. Submitted work order and the next day job was scheduled and completed. The modifications were exactly that which were requested. Great workmanship. Thanks.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Welcome to The Jefferson, where ownership and a unique approach to active aging are conveniently located at The Gateway to Arlington Virginia, just minutes away from Washington, DC.The Jefferson has skillfully combined independence, luxury,services and amenities with the security of home...

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Brookstone Terrace of Woodruff

80 Medical Center Dr, Woodruff, SC 29388

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.6
Review Score
49 reviews

Brookstone Terrace of Simpsonville was the 3rd facility my mother tried, and from the moment I took my first steps into the building I knew it was the right place for my mom. It is a clean and beautiful...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Welcome to Brookstone Terrace of Woodruff — Where Care Feels Like HomeAt Brookstone Terrace of Woodruff, we believe senior living should be about more than just care — it should be about comfort, connection, and truly feeling at home. Located in the heart of Woodruff, South Carolina, our charming...

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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.