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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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The Waterford at Mansfield

1296 South Trimble Road, Mansfield, OH 44906

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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11
11 Photos available
5
5 Floor plans available
9.8
Review Score
83 reviews

Everything at The Waterford is excellent! The meals are excellent! The staff is excellent! We appreciate everything the staff does for my mother. I feel that this is a very good facility! My experience is...

Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Have a lot of fun and live life to its fullest at The Waterford at Mansfield. Our Independent Living and Assisted Living community in Mansfield, Ohio, offers residents a vibrant lifestyle that encourages health and independence through innovative recreational, educational, health and wellness...

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Independence Village of Saginaw

4141 McCarty Road, Saginaw, MI 48603

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

I made one call in the morning to A Place for Mom and by early afternoon the same day we had an appointment at Independent Village on McCarty Rd. One introduction meeting and a look at the facilities and...

Provides: Independent Living
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Welcome to Independence Village of Saginaw! 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 and independent living. Throughout each service level, we strive...

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Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Lely Palms

6125 Rattlesnake Hammock Road, Naples, FL 34113

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

Mom has been in Arden Court for 3 years this coming February 2026. The care she has received from the staff and management has made this difficult transition easier. This is her new safe & caring home.

Provides: Memory Care
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For over 25 years, Arden Courts ProMedica Memory Care has catered to the special needs of individuals living with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts is solely dedicated to caring for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Each...

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Villas of Holly Brook Newton

101 South Gregory Dr., Newton, IL 62448

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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23 Photos available
9.8
Review Score
15 reviews

[name removed] is no longer at Holly Brook, but the facility was great and the help there was amazing and everything was great thanks

Provides: Assisted Living
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Brookdale Farmers Branch

13505 Webb Chapel Road, Farmers Branch, TX 75234

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
12
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3
3 Floor plans available
9.8
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53 reviews

Move in process due to a number of administrators being ill and absent was not easy. Staff treatment of my mother has been phenomenally loving and kind. I don’t think I could ask for better treatment for...

Provides: Assisted Living
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If you’re ready to live an active life of leisure, our community, which provides assisted living and memory care services, is the place for you. We’re nestled on five acres of beautifully landscaped grounds in Farmers Branch, Texas, part of the Greater Dallas Area, and conveniently located near...

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Cogir of Sonoma Senior Living

800 Oregon Street, Sonoma, CA 95476

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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4
4 Floor plans available
9.8
Review Score
48 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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Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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97 reviews

Visited my sister and she has improved by leap and bounds. I came from VA to visit and am impressed by the attentive care my sister us receiving. Thank you for all your efforts on her behalf. Forever...

Provides: Memory Care
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For nearly 25 years, Arden Courts Memory Care has catered to the special needs of individuals with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts cares for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Each community features home like common areas,...

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Oakmont of Folsom

1574 Creekside Drive, Folsom, CA 95630

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
10
10 Photos available
8
8 Floor plans available
9.8
Review Score
55 reviews

The staff is very caring, friendly and empathetic. They go out of their way to make sure the residents are comfortable and looked after. Someone is always nearby to help and be available to tend to their...

Most Friendly
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Oakmont of Folsom is a charming retirement community set on a verdant property with beautiful views, world-class cuisine, and an abundance of on-site services. Shopping, exquisite dining, the arts, and world-class entertainment are all within easy reach. In our retirement community, where...

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Independence Village of Avon Lake

345 Lear Road, Avon Lake, OH 44012

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

After my dad passed away, my mom moved into Independence Village and we couldn’t be happier with her experience. From the moment she arrived, the staff has been warm, attentive, and genuinely caring. It’s...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Welcome to Independence Village of Avon 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...

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Independence Village of Plymouth

14707 Northville Road, Plymouth, MI 48170

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

Staff is very friendly and know all residents names, treat residents with high level of respect, care services are good. Several activities that get residents involvement Meals are usually good but at times...

Provides: Independent Living
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Welcome to Independence Village of Plymouth! 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...

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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.