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Best of 2025 Senior Living Award Winners: All Categories

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The top senior living communities stand out for their exceptional care and support of seniors in independent living, assisted living, memory care, and in-home care. Our Best of Senior Living Award winners represent the top 1-2% of senior care providers nationwide based on reviews from those who matter most: residents and families. Below are the winners from the 2025 Best of Senior Living Awards. The 2026 award winners will be announced in February 2026.

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Assisted living provides long-term housing and care for seniors. Assisted living residents are generally active, but may need support with activities of daily living (ADLs).
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Memory care provides housing and 24-hour care for seniors with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Memory care facilities focus on improving quality of life, reducing confusion, and preventing wandering.
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Independent living offers a carefree lifestyle for older adults who want to enjoy retirement with ease. Senior independent living facilities provide a variety of convenient services and amenities.
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Home care provides non-medical care and companionship for seniors living at home. From help with daily activities to medication management, home care services can be tailored to seniors needs.
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Independent living offers a carefree lifestyle for older adults who want to enjoy retirement with ease. Senior independent living facilities provide a variety of convenient services and amenities.
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South Jordan View Retirement Community

11352 S Redwood Rd, South Jordan, UT 84095

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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20
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9.9
Review Score
47 reviews

This is a beautiful, well designed facility with a gracious and loving staff. It feels like home, with lots of brothers and sisters! We are here to be cared for, but have the blessing of being able to care...

Provides: Independent Living
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South Jordan View, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, is currently under construction on Redwood Road in South Jordan. We look forward to opening brand new during the Winter of 2021! River Valley will offer all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy...

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Danbury Mount Vernon

1605 Venture Dr, Mt Vernon, OH 43050

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
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63 reviews

My aunt moved to Danbury 2 months ago. The staff has been helpful and friendly. She has enjoyed the variety of programs and outings. The facility, inside and out, is clean, warm, and inviting. The food is...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Welcome to Danbury Mount Vernon! 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 active adult, assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service level, we strive...

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Grand Villa of Palm Bay

3490 Gran Ave NE, Palm Bay, FL 32905

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

My dad has been at Grand Villa almost a year and he loves it. The management is so friendly. He has met friends and people he calls "family" now. He couldn't be happier and as a caretaker it has taken a huge...

Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Welcome to the new Grand Villa of Palm Bay. Our beautiful resort style senior living community in Palm Bay, Florida, is located on the water's edge of the tranquil Indian River and offers a family-atmosphere with wonderful amenities to help our residents get the most out of life.Grand Villa...

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Carriage Hill Assisted Living

306 Knox Marsh Rd, Madbury, NH 03823

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

You walk in and immediately feel comfortable. I know my mom is getting the care she needs but she's not just a Room number or anonymous patient here. Very capable staff and very friendly. I feel secure...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Carriage Hill Assisted Living is a family owned and operated residence with 24 residents and opened in December 2015. Our residency is intentionally small for each resident to receive individualized attention and to know each staff member caring for his or her needs. Above all, Carriage Hill...

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Discovery Village Des Plaines

800 South River Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016

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

The staff is outstanding! Everyone is wonderful and helpful in every way. The library is extremely important to me, and they have a wonderful, organized library with a large variety of books. I love to read...

Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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It’s good to be home.Our community just outside of Chicago gives you the lifestyle you want, plus care if you need it with both independent living and assisted living on the same campus. With several floor plans to chose from, including studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom options, you’ll be able...

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Grand Villa of Palm Coast

100 Magnolia Trace Way, Palm Coast, FL 32164

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

Just when I thought GVPC could not get any grander, it did! [name removed] had a vision for the ladies of Grand Villa to enjoy a Tea Time once a month. She brings in her exquisite collection of English fine...

Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Welcome to Grand Villa of Palm Coast! Our beautiful community offers seniors aging in place options with Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care. We are able to customize a care plan for each resident. Our community is decorated with fine furnishings, stunning artwork and more often...

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Brookdale Pointe West

6101 Pointe West Boulevard, Bradenton, FL 34209

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

The facility is clean and the staff is friendly and easy to work with. The company is the best facility for the cost of a room. I would highly recommend this company for anyone looking for a memory care...

Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Memory Care
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For those with Alzheimer’s disease or other types of dementia, our community, located on the sunny Gulf Coast in beautiful Bradenton, Fla., offers a safe environment and exceptional memory care. Bradenton bursts with Old Florida charm with a vibrant and historic downtown area just a short drive...

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Watercrest at Katy

200 S Katy Fort Bend Rd, Katy, TX 77494

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
12
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9
9 Floor plans available
9.9
Review Score
98 reviews

The staff is very friendly. The residents are very friendly. The only real negative is the food is too fatty and doesn't consistently allow for dietary needs. We are working on this with them now. There are...

Provides: Independent Living
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Discover a vibrant, hassle-free retirement at **Watercrest at Katy**, a premier independent living community designed for luxury, comfort, and active living. Enjoy resort-style amenities, a rich calendar of events, and the freedom to live life on your terms. Stay active in our cutting-edge...

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Deerfield Springs Retirement Resort

3664 West US 22 & Ohio 3, Loveland, OH 45140

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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13
13 Floor plans available
9.9
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74 reviews

Three years ago, with the help of a place for mom, I moved to Deerfield Springs. Best decision I ever made. Staff is professional, warm, helpful, and kind. The residents are people I can relate to with. ...

Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Independent Living
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Deerfield Springs, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, welcomes you! We offer all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy your retirement.Deerfield Spring's top-notch, all-inclusive services and amenities will include EVERYTHING you need to live in...

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The Addison of Narcoossee

2910 N Narcoossee Rd, St Cloud, FL 34771

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

I recently visited the Addison of narcoossee as I stopped in to visit a family friend who is currently residing there. I noticed a few things upon my arrival, 1st- the front porch was being occupied by other...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Award Winning Senior Living! National Winner-Top 50 in Aging Services by Fortune magazine. A Great Place to Work certified 3 consecutive years. Multiple Pinnacle Customer Service Awards. Call or drop by to see what make The Addison of Narcoossee such a special place!Uniquely designed, The Addison...

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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 senior 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 highest-rated senior living communities represent the top 1-2% of senior living providers nationwide.