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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
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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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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The Addison of Oakleaf

417 Oakleaf Plantation Parkway, Jacksonville, FL 32222

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

My husband and I retired several years ago and mom lived with us. When she moved in we have piece of mind to travel, day trip and relax again knowing mom is cared for.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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We. Are. Family. Award Winning Senior Living! National Winner-Top 50 in Aging Services by Fortune magazine. A Great Place to Work certified 3 consecutive years. Multiple Pinnacle Customer Service Awards. Call or drop by to see what makes The Addison of Oakleaf the most desired in the...

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Menifee Senior Living

28333 Valley Blvd, Sun City, CA 92586

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

Menifee Senior living is a great community I have been here for about 5 years now . I enjoy time with my friends , also enjoy the happy hour every Wednesday with live music . Also attend the great activities...

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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Brighton Gardens of St. Charles

600 Dunham Road, Saint Charles, IL 60174

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

Brighton Gardens was recommended to us by A Place For Mom, as a place that could provide the assisted living services that my mother-in-law needed. My MIL was opposed to going to an assisted living but being...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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We stop at nothing to make our residents' experience engaging and inviting, and we've learned that the little things make a big difference! With over 35 years of experience, the Brighton Gardens of St. Charles provides both Assisted Living and Memory Care in a cozy and warm setting that offers...

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Gemstone Senior Living at Riverpark

6939 River Park Circle, Fort Worth, TX 76116

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

Outstanding staff and administration. CC [name removed] above other experience. cc provides comfort to family. Regarding level of care for loved one. Very happy with care for [name removed].

Provides: Memory Care
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* Certified Alzheimer's Facility for 20 YEARS!* All-Inclusive Rate ~NO Added Level of Care Fees* SAME Exec. Director & Mgmt team for 6+ Years* "Best in Senior Living" Award 5 Years Running* Person-Centered Care in Small, Home-Like SettingColonial Gardens' two small cottages were uniquely...

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Independence Village of East Lansing

2530 Marfitt Road, East Lansing, MI 48823

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

My mom moved into Independence Village of East Lansing a couple months ago, and she’s honestly thriving. She’s made friends, stays busy with activities, and even gets involved in stuff going on outside the...

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Provides: Independent Living
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Discover personal freedom and spacious apartments at Independence Village of East Lansing, offering exceptional Independent Living services in East Lansing, Michigan. From thoughtfully designed floor plans to world-class services and myriad recreational and social opportunities, residents may...

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Springvale Assisted Living and Memory Care

4276 Kroger Dr., Swartz Creek, MI 48473

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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58 reviews

The apartments are roomy, I have a patio to go out on. The apartments are kept very clean. The staff are very kind, [name removed] and [name removed] were always there to take care of any problems I had,...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Welcome to Springvale 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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Truewood by Merrill, West Covina

3601 East Holt Ave, West Covina, CA 91791

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

My mother and father moved in late January. Every staff member here is exceptionally great and friendly. The access to 24 hour nursing staff is also a great benefit. This was the best choice for my parents...

Provides: Independent Living
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Bridgecreek provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Located in a quiet suburb of Los Angeles, you'll love our beautiful grounds, elegant facilities and the convenience of being in the middle of it all. We're close to shopping, recreation and healthcare. Our...

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Provincial Glenville

2 Tryon Avenue, Glenville, NY 12302

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

They all know my mom's name, too, and engage her in conversation when she's out and about. We really like the openness of the atrium. Especially now that the renovations are coming along, and the area is...

Provides: Independent Living
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Holiday at the Atrium provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Our all-inclusive month-to-month rent covers: - Private apartment suites - Daily chef-prepared meals from scratch - A variety of enriching activities - Maintenance-free living - Weekly housekeeping...

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Miramar Home Care

8662 Gavel Drive, Converse, TX 78109

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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55 reviews

Gave me peace of mind to have my father there. I knew my dad was getting the best care and also an extended family atmosphere! I recommend highly. During Covid I had much less stress as to my father’s safety...

Provides: Care Homes

Miramar Home Care is located near Randolf Air Force Base, off of 1604. Our nearest hospital is Northeast Methodist Hospital. Miramar is owned and operated by Ruben and Laura Dorca. With a combined 24 years of experience we run a home that is lively, supporting the needs of our elderly community....

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Sancerre at Palm Coast

144 Cypress Point Parkway, Palm Coast, FL 32164

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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6 Floor plans available
9.7
Review Score
41 reviews

I can honestly rate all of them as a five. The value for the money is a tricky question because I do understand that all assisted living facilities in this area seem to be very expensive and his bill can be...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Sancerre at Palm Coast is a senior living community located in Palm Coast, Florida, that offers top-quality assisted living and memory care services. Our community is located just a short 10-minute drive from the beach, making it an ideal location for seniors who enjoy spending time in the sun...

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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.