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.
11900 Barryknoll Lane, Houston, TX 77024
I learned about these senior living apartments through a place for mom network. I believe you never get a second chance to make a first impression, and I was very impressed with my reception. [name removed]...
Trade home maintenance for more time to do what you want to do. At our independent living community in Houston, Texas, you can start your day with a swim in our heated outdoor pool maybe try a line dancing class Or maybe you want to explore your creative side with an art class in our arts and...
600 West Arapaho, Richardson, TX 75080
The people at The Wellington of Arapaho are exceptionally welcoming and friendly, creating an atmosphere where residents and visitors feel immediately at home. From the moment you step inside, the warm...
Get plugged in to The Wellington at Arapaho, where residents can experience luxury and style in a supportive environment in the Telecom Corridor. Our Independent Living and Assisted Living community in Richardson boasts the comforts of home with walk-in closets and wall-to-wall carpet in spacious...
1445 Expo Pkwy, Sacramento, CA 95815
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NOW OPEN!!!The Woodlake is a premier assisted living and memory care community in Sacramento, California. Our senior living community offers a different kind of retirement experience where residents receive holistic, person-centered care services. It’s a whole different experience with a whole...
800 Highland Ave, Covington, KY 41011
There is a certain folksy atmosphere there and the residents appear to genuinely like the facility and each other. The staff has always been very nice to deal with even when you factor in the high turnover...
Ivy Knoll Senior Community has been in operation since May 2015. Our staff has a combined 80 years of experience working in the Geriatric community. Since opening the doors, Ivy Knoll has received the prestigious award of Best of Assisted Living from SeniorAdvisor.com.
4870 Belfort Road, Jacksonville, FL 32256
They increase there prices for every little thing,like missing pads and diapers which my brother had just stocked the closet with. Overall I would recommend this facility to others looking.
Sunrise of Jacksonville, FL, is proud to offer residents and their families the benefits of Sunrise Senior Living’s 30-plus years of expertise in caring for the needs of seniors. Situated on three beautiful acres with walking paths and benches, our mansion-style community features gorgeous...
741 Parker Street, East Longmeadow, MA 01028
The food and meal preparation is very good. Staff is accommodating and loved ones are able to visit anytime. The facility is clean. And the medical personnel are accessible
The Reserve at East Longmeadow is a new and exceptional assisted living and memory care community in East Longmeadow, Massachusetts. East Longmeadow is a beautiful city just outside of Springfield, one of the 'greenest' cities in the country with over 2,400 acres of parks. Springfield is also the...
9303 Ridge Pike, Lafayette Hill, PA 19444
My mother hasn't actually moved in yet, so I'm not sure how helpful my responses will be. Thus far, our experience with everything is a 5,. We chose the community for several reasons. At the most pragmatic,...
Now open in Montgomery County, Atria Lafayette Hill is a modern senior living community thoughtfully designed to help older people fully enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being. From an architectural style that reflects the neighborhood’s historic charm to...
41780 Butterfield Stage Rd, Temecula, CA 92592
The staff at Atria Park are, without exception, superb. The facility is very attractive giving off "high end" vibes. Food could be improved. (I personally had more indigestion problems there than...
Overlooking the lush Temecula Valley wine country of Southern California, Atria Park of Vintage Hills provides amenity-rich, resort-style living for older adults. Located near the Old Town district, with easy access to shopping, dining, medical centers and places of worship, Atria offers a full...
990 Columbia Ave, Irmo, SC 29063
This is a very clean Facility. The food is very average. The management is super nice and very accommodating. The housekeeping could use extra help on the weekends as well as the kitchen staff. They need...
Harbison Shores is an assisted living community in Irmo, South Carolina. Irmo is part of the Columbia metro area, offering residents easy access to fine shopping, dining, and recreational opportunities. Recognized by Money Magazine as one of the most 'Affordable Places to Live in the Country',...
7110 Southpoint Pkwy, Brentwood, TN 37027
The location is very convenient and [name removed] who is the driver is great. The food and food service is in serious need of help. The staff is not very well trained and the food is mediocre. The property...
Located in Brentwood, Tennessee, Traditions of Mill Creek is the premier senior living community. Traditions specializes in independent living, assisted living, and memory care that allows adults to be themselves and experience a vital life at any age.
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*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.
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.