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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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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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Menifee Senior Living

28333 Valley Blvd, Sun City, CA 92586

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3 Floor plans available
9.8
Review Score
159 reviews

I have really enjoyed living here. My experience has been great. I do participate in the activities. The staff is very helpful when ever i have questions or assitance.I have also made some new friends.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Located on nine-acre grounds with beautiful valley views in the master-planned residential community of Sun City, CA, Menifee is an assisted living community.At Menifee, it’s easier for older people to continue the way of life they’ve worked for, knowing a helping hand is nearby 24/7....

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The Ashton on Dorsey

1105 Dorsey Lane, Louisville, KY 40223

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3
3 Floor plans available
9.8
Review Score
44 reviews

From the first meeting until my wife became a resident I have been helped every step of the way. Everyone has been extremely helpful. The facility is the best that we visited and very bright lots of windows...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Dealing with the realities of aging can be challenging—from physical limitations and medical issues to cognitive changes and more. No matter where you are in your story, we know that finding the right senior living experience is paramount. At The Ashton on Dorsey, we’re dedicated to helping you...

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Atria Oakridge

10810 Sandy Oak Lane, Raleigh, NC 27614

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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6 Floor plans available
9.8
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80 reviews

5 for all! It's been fantastic for my parent. The best part is the very professional staff in the office and at the front desk. The place is always clean, without weird odors and excuses. It's simply well...

Provides: Independent Living
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Atria Oakridge offers residents a lively social atmosphere while taking care of the housekeeping, cooking, and even transportation. Whether escaping with a good book on our patio or cheering on your favorite team in our sports lounge, your time is truly yours. We offer educational and cultural...

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White Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care

6827 Whitehall Rd., Whitehall, MI 49461

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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53 reviews

I am not confident assessing the care [name removed] got because he was in such bad shape, as were other residents in the memory unit. I do believe your facility did the very best possible, but for me and...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Welcome to White Lake! 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, assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service level, we strive to...

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Novel Place Overland Park

9651 Barkley St, Overland Park, KS 66212

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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4 Floor plans available
9.8
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87 reviews

He's all -he's very happy there. Everyone is very nice, responsive and helpful. He uses some of the home health services and they are great. Novel Place is clean, comfortable and well run. Gives us great...

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Provides: Independent Living
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Affordable conveniences re-imagined for those 55 years and better.More amenities usually means more money in independent living, but at Novel Place you don't have to give up your entire life savings to get the conveniences you desire. Your monthly rent includes dining, light housekeeping,...

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Oakhaven Manor

1320 Ashebury Ln., Howell, MI 48843

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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2 Floor plans available
9.8
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41 reviews

Staff are kind, polite, and helpful. They will help you find items that you need or suggest services that you might be interested in. It has a family atmosphere.

Provides: Independent Living
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Cogir of Kent

25035 104th Ave SE, Kent, WA 98030

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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54 reviews

I have lived here for 1 1/2 years and enjoy the activities outdoors walking meals preparation. (all classes we addressed and care service.

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Barrington Terrace at Boynton Beach

1425 S Congress Ave, Boynton Beach, FL 33426

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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6
6 Floor plans available
9.8
Review Score
64 reviews

We can't thank the Move In Coordinator & Sales Director enough for making this an easy transition for my mother-in-law. She tells us every day that she loves her apartment and she's having a great time. I...

Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Fortune Magazine continues to recognize Sinceri Senior Living as a National TOP 10 Best Place to Work ranking!US News & World Report, Year 2024 & years past, named Barrington Terrace, Boynton Bch, as Best of Senior Living. Plus, recognized our community as scoring in top 25% nationwide...

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Danbury Wooster

939 Portage Road, Wooster, OH 44691

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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26 reviews

The things We were most concerned about -getting medication on time and support from aids has been so good Sister is eating so much better now. The facility is well maintained, light and many activities.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Welcome to Danbury Wooster! 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 to...

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StoryPoint Grand Rapids East

2000 32nd Street SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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24 reviews

The apartment for my mother-in-law is exactly what she needed. They have more daily activities than she expected. We now have to schedule time with her.

Provides: Independent Living
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Welcome to StoryPoint Grand Rapids East! 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, independent living and enhanced living. Throughout each service...

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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.