Assisted Living
Memory Care
Independent Living
Home Care
Sign in

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.

Showing 777 communities
Sort by
Filters
Change location

Review Score
Care Type
Assisted Living
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).
Memory Care
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.
Independent Living
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.
Home Care
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.
See communities with
Providers
View all providers
Showing 777 communities
Sort by
Filters
Change location

Care Type
Assisted Living
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).
Memory Care
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.
Independent Living
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.
Home Care
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.
See communities with
Providers
View all providers

Atria Lincoln Place

612 George Washington Highway, Lincoln, RI 02865

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
Photo of Atria Lincoln Place
12
12 Photos available
8
8 Floor plans available
9.8
Review Score
70 reviews

My mother moved in several months ago and it has been a perfect spot for her! The social interaction, prepared meals, and lovely environment have been a great fit. The staff are friendly and helpful. Aide...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
See all Atria communities

Atria Lincoln Place is a popular Rhode Island retirement community that offers an active, warm atmosphere with all the comforts of home. A diverse calendar of events provides daily opportunities for staying healthy and socializing. Residents interested in exercising may work out with an...

... Read more

American House Bonita Springs Independent Living

27301 Foster Lane, Bonita Springs, FL 34135

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
15
15 Photos available
9
9 Floor plans available
9.8
Review Score
45 reviews

What we like the most about American House is the food, value and friendliness. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience so far .

Provides: Independent Living
See all American House communities

At American House Bonita Springs, you’ll enjoy senior living at its finest, in a warm and welcoming environment with a long list of amenities, helpful services and engaging activities all designed around you. Our beautiful community offers living options to allow our residents the opportunity to...

... Read more

Avalon Memory Care - Keller

1137 Rufe Snow Dr, Keller, TX 76248

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
10
10 Photos available
3
3 Floor plans available
9.8
Review Score
50 reviews

The reason we choose Avalon was the low staff turn over then about 6 months in they started having a hug turnover Loosing your memory makes it really hard for the residents to adjust I hope they have fixed...

Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Memory Care
See all Avalon Memory Care communities

At AVALON, we set ourselves apart from other residences with the level of care and compassion we show to our residents. Our care is unique in that we treat our residents as people with individual needs rather than grouping them as 'those with dementia.' After all, a lack of cognitive ability...

... Read more

StoryPoint Germantown

6300 Briarcrest Ave, Germantown, TN 38120

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
41
41 Photos available
9.8
Review Score
35 reviews

My father moved in about 6 months ago and is thriving here! Like many seniors he didn't particularly want to come but from the point of the initial tour to the moving in process to now being a resident,...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
See all StoryPoint Group, LLC communities

Welcome to StoryPoint Germantown! 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 strive to make every...

... Read more

Brookdale Medi Park West

7404 Wallace Boulevard, Amarillo, TX 79106

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
20
20 Photos available
9
9 Floor plans available
9.8
Review Score
100 reviews

The staff is very friendly, welcoming and helpful. Absolutely no issues there. This facility is always buzzing with activity. Residents are always out on the areas visiting or involved in an activity. It...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
See all Brookdale communities

Exceptional Living for Exceptional SeniorsIt’s time to put a little more life into your senior living. To escape the stress and hassles of living at home and embrace a truly redefined independence. That’s what you’ll find here at our luxury senior living community in Amarillo, Texas. We offer...

... Read more

Sunrise Villa Olympia Fields

3633 Breakers Dr, Olympia Fields, IL 60461

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
19
19 Photos available
4
4 Floor plans available
9.8
Review Score
80 reviews

After experiencing the loss of one parent navigating grief we need extra support. Every staff members we encountered seemed open to meeting potential new neighbors.

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
See all Sunrise Senior Living communities

Just 30 minutes south of Chicago, Sunrise of Olympia Fields provides a highly personalized approach to senior living, offering independent and assisted living tailored to residents’ needs and preferences. Here, you have a choice of unique ranch-style townhome villas with two-car garages, front...

... Read more

Silvergate Rancho Bernardo

16061 Avenida Venusto, San Diego, CA 92128

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
17
17 Photos available
9.8
Review Score
34 reviews

My mother has lived here for her last 23 months. She loves the musical programs and live entertainment they bring in. She also enjoys the chair tai chi, bingo, bible study, outings, but especially her 3...

Provides: Memory Care
See all Americare Health and Retirement, Inc. communities

Newly constructed, the separate Memory Care Suites building on Silvergate’s beautiful retirement campus provides seniors with a higher level of award-winning care in a secure, nurturing environment. Our “Neighborhood Design” eliminates long hallways for a more familiar home-like setting. Drawing...

... Read more

Lucas Court

2910 Toccoa Rd., Beaumont, TX 77703

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
8
8 Photos available
9.8
Review Score
145 reviews

We typed several facilities before deciding on Lucas Court...but there was really no competition. It was evident with our first visit that this was a friendly, loving and fun environment for our family. We...

Provides: Assisted Living
See all 12 Oaks Senior Living communities

Lucas Place is an award winning assisted living community in Beaumont, Texas. Beaumont is known for its many museums, the South Texas State Fair, Beaumont Jazz & Blues Fest and the annual Dog Jam rock concerts. We provide outings and transportation so that residents can enjoy these community...

... Read more

Sunrise of Buffalo Grove

180 West Half Day Road, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
16
16 Photos available
3
3 Floor plans available
9.8
Review Score
65 reviews

What we like the most about the community is that they are very flexible and willing to make an individual treatment plan based on the person's needs. Wonderfully and kind staff. I would send my mom back in...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
See all Sunrise Senior Living communities

In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...

... Read more

Winter Village

255 Mayer Road, Frankenmuth, MI 48734

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
15
15 Photos available
5
5 Floor plans available
9.8
Review Score
427 reviews

My mom moved in not too long ago and as a family emotions ran high. The staff has lifted a weight off our shoulders and welcomed all us with open arms. The food, staff, and cleanliness is outstanding. We are...

Best Meals and Dining
Provides: Independent Living
See all Discovery Senior Living communities

Nestled within one of Michigan’s most sought after relaxation spots, Independence Village of Frankenmuth is a community within a community. With Independent and Enhanced Living accommodations, enjoy all the comforts of independence with the benefit of additional care services. Residents can...

... Read more

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.

Viewing 251-260 out of 777 communities

Frequently asked questions

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.