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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 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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Lighthouse Pointe by Barclay House

933 Cedar Road, Chesapeake, VA 23322

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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12
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9.8
Review Score
77 reviews

There is an on-site group of professional therapists, Legacy Health Services, that offer a range of services including cognitive, occupational and physical therapy. These are not an added cost to residents....

Provides: Independent Living
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Lighthouse Pointe provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Located in the beautiful and historic town of Chesapeake, Lighthouse Pointe offers you quality and comfort along the Atlantic coast. We're close to fine dining, wonderful shopping, excellent healthcare...

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Avalon Memory Care - Carrollton

4229 Marsh Lane, Carrollton, TX 75007

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

We researched several facilities before deciding on Avalon Memory Care for our beloved Aunt and we are very happy with our decision. Avalon provided excellent care and services over many years. We cannot say...

Provides: Memory Care
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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...

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Baycrest Senior Living of San Angelo

2501 Sawgrass Dr, San Angelo, TX 76904

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

What we like about Baycrest Senior Living is that they are good about keeping the family informed. Also, my mother's condition has deteriorated since she's been there and they have accommodated her...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

At Baycrest our residents are at the center of everything we do, and you’ll see that the moment you step through the front door of a New Haven community. From our small, intimate buildings designed for a sense of connection to the wonderful meals we serve to our daily commitment to the health and...

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Elan Corpus Christi

5441 Lipes Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX 78413

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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40 reviews

5 on all categories.. I knew the director from another facility. It's a great place to live. I have visited every place in Corpus and surrounding areas and Elan Corpus Christi and [community name removed]...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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The Isle at Raider Ranch

6806 43rd St, Lubbock, TX 79407

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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7 Floor plans available
9.8
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132 reviews

It's in a great location. The cleanest facility we visited. The staff is so attentive and caring and are very quick to respond when mom needs attention. Mom enjoys making new friends and participating when...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Raider Ranch is West Texas' premier community for adults 55+. It offers a warm, vibrant atmosphere, 24-hour security, and maintenance-free living. Set on 30 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds near Canyon West Shopping Center, it’s a place where comfort meets convenience.Enjoy resort-style...

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Atria Covina

825 West San Bernardino Road, Covina, CA 91722

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

I came to visit my mom on Friday and they were having an Oktoberfest happy hour and they also had Dancers all the residents seem to be having a good time. I really enjoy coming here. They always have good...

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Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Atria Covina is an assisted living and memory care community located in Covina, CA in Los Angeles County. Covina is located approximately twenty-two miles east of downtown Los Angeles. Covina is located at the foot of the San Gabriel Mountains, which contains the Angeles National Forest and Mount...

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StoryPoint Clinton Township

16230 19 Mile Road, Clinton Township, MI 48038

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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17 reviews

The food is cold. Soups are too salty. Food hours are too structured. They need more staffing and more training in the kitchen. Staff are friendly.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Welcome to StoryPoint Clinton Township! 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, enhanced living, assisted living and memory care. Throughout...

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Grand Villa of Altamonte Springs

433 Orange Dr, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701

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

Thank you Grand Villa! [name removed] welcomed us in and we toured the facility.. It’s such a pretty place with friendly faces and all kinds of thoughtful activities. Thank you to [name removed] for making...

Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Grand Villa of Altamonte Springs was designed specifically for Assisted Living. Its spacious apartments are inside a community filled with thoughtful services and generous amenities. Lifestyle options include a continuum of care to provide peace of mind now, and also in the future should a...

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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
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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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Silver Creek

165 Silver Lane, Saint Augustine, FL 32084

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

This is an absolutely lovely facility. I have a family member here and I feel much better knowing they’re in a place that’s safe. It gives me peace of mind knowing I’m not too far away (aside from highway...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Purposefully designed for today’s seniors, Silver Creek offers care in an ideal setting that’s second to none. Voted a "Best of St. Augustine" finalist in 2020, the community offers a perfect balance of elegant, upscale living with the warm comforts of home. Located in the historic city of St....

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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.