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Best of 2025 Senior Living Award Winners: All Categories

Best of Senior Living Communities

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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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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Verena at Hilliard

4522 Hickory Chase Way, Hilliard, OH 43026

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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26 reviews

people, residents, activities, public library access corridor, wait staff at restaurant, outdoor amenities, weekly outings. many new opportunities for enriching independent living and friendly quality...

Provides: Independent Living
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Discover the unparalleled joys of retirement living at Verena at Hilliard!Nestled in the heart of Hilliard, Ohio, and spread over 5 acres of vibrant greenery lies Verena at Hilliard—a luxurious 55+ independent living community. Our all-inclusive monthly rates include chef-prepared meals,...

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Dimensions Living Clinton

805 Sue Lane, Clinton, WI 53525

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
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58 reviews

Very clean and helpful and friendly people work there prices are are good you can come and visit at any time we think that good all the people there have dementia and they are very good with them that all

Provides: Memory Care
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Transforming the Culture of Memory CareProviding compassionate care begins with a secure, warm setting. When people with memory loss feel at home, they respond more positively and interact more with others.Our relationship-based care philosophy called MOSAIC recognizes each person is an...

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Stonegate Village Assisted Living and Memory Care

70 W Argyle Street, Sandusky, MI 48471

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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53 reviews

The staff keeps the facility clean...the staff is always friendly...really enjoy all the activities especially bingo...meals and snacks are always good

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Welcome to Stonegate Village 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...

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Limestone Manor

600 US Highway 31 S, Athens, AL 35611

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
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96 reviews

Food is excellent. Staff are friendly, kind and go above and beyond to take care of their residence and work with the residence caretakers. Various fun activities are provided for residence daily with...

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Provides: Assisted Living
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Welcome to Limestone Manor Assisted Living, a place for seniors to take part, a place to belong. We offer the personal attention and home-like environment your loved one deserves. Conveniently located off Highway 31, our assisted living community has 24 private apartments, spacious family-style...

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Cogir of Sonoma Senior Living

800 Oregon Street, Sonoma, CA 95476

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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50 reviews

So far it has been a great experience for my mom at Cogir. [name removed] has been the MOST amazing person to work with with, she answered every question we had and helped handle getting mom in and...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Cogir of Sonoma features a folksy design, offering residents a taste of Southern charm in Sonoma, California. Within close proximity to serene vineyards and recreational opportunities, residents experience a balanced retirement filled with comfort and vibrancy. To help accommodate each resident’s...

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Trustwell Living at Westwood Place

37950 Airport Road, Woodsfield, OH 43793

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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97 reviews

Our mother is safe, clean and loved at Westwood! Although my mother is difficult in her own ways, the staff at Westwood does not judge her for her behavior. My mother is well cared for and this gives our...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Westwood Place is located in Woodsfield, Ohio, a small town surrounded by beautiful farm country. We provide assisted living for seniors looking for caring and fun retirement living. Our lively community offers many amenities to help you enjoy each day: Fitness room Whirlpool Private dining...

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Briarwood Assisted Living and Memory Care

620 Ely Street, Allegan, MI 49010

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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65 reviews

My dad calls Briarwood HOME. Our experience has been great. Everyone treats my dad with compassion and respect. They have fun activities, field trips, always something fun going on. The staff makes the...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Welcome to Briarwood 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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StoryPoint Medina

122 Medina Rd, Medina, OH 44256

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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79 reviews

The director, sales administrator, kitchen staff, aids, nurses, activity staff and rehab staff are all great. The only person we ever had problems was the property administrator with some billing. Mostly...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Welcome to StoryPoint Medina! 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 and assisted living. Throughout each service level, we strive to make...

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Spring Village at Danbury

8 Glen Hill Road, Danbury, CT 06811

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3 Floor plans available
9.8
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89 reviews

Thank you for all the care and compassion you show my uncle. He receives great care and has everything he needs everything he needs everyday.

Provides: Assisted Living
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Spring Village at DanburySpring Village at Danbury in Danbury, Connecticut is a senior living community offering older adults assisted living and memory care lifestyle options. Established under the WoodBine Senior Living Community brand, it is our mission to provide the highest quality of care,...

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The Artesian of Ojai

203 East El Roblar Drive, Ojai, CA 93023

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
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13 reviews

When my sister moved to The Artesian to be closer to family, we wanted her to be in a place where she’d feel supported and surrounded by like minded individuals. The Artesian has gone above and beyond to...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Nestled in the breathtaking Ojai Valley, The Artesian of Ojai Senior Living is more than just a place to live-it's a vibrant community where each resident is valued, celebrated, and embraced like family. Surrounded by stunning natural beauty, our community offers the serenity of the outdoors...

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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.