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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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Acclaim at Belmont Bay

13875 Clear Lake Circ, Woodbridge, VA 22191

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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10
10 Photos available
22
22 Floor plans available
9.8
Review Score
24 reviews

From the moment my mom walked into Acclaim at Belmont Bay, she knew it was home. The community was incredibly clean and modern, which made a strong first impression. But what really stood out was the people,...

Provides: Independent Living
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Enjoy resort-style senior living, complete with upscale services and amenities at Acclaim at Belmont Bay. Now Open - Schedule your visit today!Our independent lifestyle rental community welcomes seniors 62 years or better to live their golden years in Woodbridge, VA. Located just 20 miles south...

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Inspired Living at Ivy Ridge

7179 40th Avenue North, Saint Petersburg, FL 33709

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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21 Photos available
4
4 Floor plans available
9.8
Review Score
73 reviews

The staff at Ivy Ridge is very attentive and caring. I would definitely recommend to others. They are very accommodating and listen to all concerns. Extremely friendly and inviting.

Provides: Memory Care
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Located in northwest St. Petersburg, Inspired Living Ivy Ridge provides personalized care for those with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, or other memory impairments. The care your loved one receives at Inspired Living Ivy Ridge is tailored to each resident. We begin by learning his or her life...

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Elizabeth Seton Memory Care Center

129 DePaul Center Road, Greensburg, PA 15601

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
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12 reviews

I can’t begin to find the words to express the gratitude that both [name removed] and I have for the loving care provided by the wonderful staff of the [name removed] Memory Care Center throughout the 3...

Provides: Memory Care

Memory Care for WomenThe Elizabeth Seton Memory Care Center is a licensed personal care home specializing in individualized, compassionate memory care for women. We are a Secured Dementia Unit. The staff of Elizabeth Seton Memory Care Center provides attentive care that maintains each resident's...

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Grand Villa of New Port Richey

6120 Congress St, New Port Richey, FL 34653

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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2
2 Floor plans available
9.8
Review Score
167 reviews

5 for all. Grand Villa’ took wonderful care of my Mom. I can’t say enough good things about them or their staff. Absolutely! They took amazing care of my Mom (and me), especially at the end.

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Welcome to the new Grand Villa of New Port Richey! Our lovely assisted living and memory care community in New Port Richey, Florida, is just north of Tarpon Springs in Pasco County. Grand Villa is a resort style community with fabulous features and amenities designed to help our residents enjoy...

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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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64 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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Brookdale Glen Ellyn

60 North Nicoll Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
Review Score
116 reviews

The community is friendly, clean, well maintained and better than home! I feel very safe and welcome here. The staff is very accommodating! The activities and programming keep us very busy, if you’re bored,...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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If you’re ready to trade your hedge clippers for golf clubs, our senior living community just outside of Chicago might be the right fit for you.Here you’ll have the lifestyle you want, plus care if you need it with both independent living and assisted living on the same campus. Trade home...

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Parkwood Independent Living

2700 Parkview Lane, Bedford, TX 76022

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
22
22 Photos available
3
3 Floor plans available
9.8
Review Score
136 reviews

My dad loves the facility. The good is good, the staff are wonderful. It is very quiet. All the residents are super friendly and he has made a bunch of new friends. They have several activities you can...

Provides: Independent Living
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Find award-winning options for independent living at Parkwood Retirement Community. This Life Care Services community in Bedford, Texas offers a beautiful, wooded campus surrounded by greenspace nestled in a quiet neighborhood in Bedford. Parkwood has a genuine, casual environment, where...

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Brookdale Mount Vernon Drive

1775 Mount Vernon Drive Northwest, Cleveland, TN 37311

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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1
1 Floor plans available
9.8
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44 reviews

We are very happy with Brookdale and the staff. I visit usually twice a week and Mom is always clean, staff always loving and nice and professional. Staff keeps residents busy with different activities and...

Provides: Memory Care
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Where Life Is GoodNo matter where your family member is on life’s journey, you can have peace of mind that they will love living here at our memory care community in Cleveland, Tennessee. Our warm and friendly care team will meet them right where they are, walking alongside them with...

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The Waterford on Huebner

8551 Huebner Road, San Antonio, TX 78240

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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5 Floor plans available
9.8
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130 reviews

Independent living, but great service. Staff is great. Very cozy atmosphere and friendly staff and residents. She has easily made the transition.

Provides: Independent Living
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Let our desired amenities and convenient services spur you into experiencing an exciting life at The Waterford on Huebner. Our Independent Living community in San Antonio, Texas, features thoughtfully designed studio, one- and two-bedroom floor plans and a full calendar of activities and social...

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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
Review Score
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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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.