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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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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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Independence Hall Senior Living

1639 NE 26th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
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25 reviews

I wished they would have been up front about not having any CNA's on staff. It is more of an independent living facility, than a ALF. Apparently the ALF component is new, (no CNA's) My mom is fairly...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Independence Hall is licensed as both an independent and assisted living facility, and is located in Wilton Manors, a suburb of Fort Lauderdale, FL. Our residents enjoy the gardens and gazebos on our property, and like feeling part of Independence Hall and the surrounding community. We have a...

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Ludington Woods Assisted Living and Memory Care

502 N. Sherman Street, Ludington, MI 49431

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
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60 reviews

Everything is excellent here. I moved in about a month ago after leaving my home of 25 years. Staff is so nice and the food is really Good. My apartment is very spacious. I highly Recommend to anyone in...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Welcome to Ludington Woods 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,...

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Sugar Valley Estates

4320 Georgetown Drive, Loveland, CO 80538

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
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75 reviews

They are very helpful and friendly. Go out of their way when needed. Yes, I would recommend the community to other families based on the experience so far.

Provides: Independent Living
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Sugar Valley EstatesSituated in the foothills of the Rockies- just a few miles west of Boyd Lake is Sugar Valley Estates, a Sky Active Living community. Here, you can continue enjoying the pastimes you love while having access to the independent living services you deserve. Traditional...

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Brookdale Adrian

1200 Corporate Drive, Adrian, MI 49221

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3
3 Floor plans available
9.7
Review Score
87 reviews

At first I didn't want to come here, but after just a few days I realized that I really like it here. It's worked out exceptionally well to be living here at Brookdale Adrian. After living at other...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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All the Comforts of HomeYou should never have to sacrifice quality care in exchange for freedom, especially when you can enjoy both here at our beautiful independent and assisted living community. Just a short drive from West Maumee Street, your new home puts you convenient to every part of town....

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The Barrington

901 Seminole Boulevard, Largo, FL 33770

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
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107 reviews

The facility has plenty to offer not great at communication and they slip at times of the cleaning of the apartments nothing major just messy at times. Overall its very good.

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Provincial Glenville

2 Tryon Avenue, Glenville, NY 12302

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
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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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Gardens of Wetumpka

209 Country Club Dr, Wetumpka, AL 36092

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
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89 reviews

The food brought the overall experience and the value for cost down. My mom and I love the neighborhood setting. It is very peaceful. They have a lovely porch and garden in the back. [name removed], the...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Welcome to the Gardens of Wetumpka Assisted Living, a place for seniors to take part, a place to belong. We offer the personal attention and home-like environment your loved one deserves. Nestled in a quiet residential area only minutes from downtown Wetumpka, our assisted living community has 29...

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Brookdale Parkplace

111 Emerson Street, Denver, CO 80218

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
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93 reviews

The building is beautiful and convenient and conducive to relaxation but the people in charge often smile without feeling and compassion. They often don't deal with issues honestly. It feels like stories are...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Excellent Quality of LifeWith all the perks and conveniences of a resort, the seniors who call our community home enjoy a vast array of services while savoring the peace of mind that comes from knowing we provide a continuum of care. Whether you’re looking for an independent or assisted living...

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Avalon Memory Care - Cedar Park

2215 South Lakeline Blvd, Cedar Park, TX 78613

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
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34 reviews

A 5 for all. It is a wonderful facility. Staff very friendly. Atmosphere feels like "home" We would without hesitation recommend Avalon Memory Care community to other families.

Provides: Memory Care
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Avalon Memory Care Cedar Park is an assisted living and memory care community located in the beautiful city of Cedar Park, Texas. Cedar Park is situated in Williamson and Travis counties, and it is known for its vibrant history and outstanding amenities, including the recently completed Cedar...

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Avalon Memory Care - Carrollton

4229 Marsh Lane, Carrollton, TX 75007

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3 Floor plans available
9.7
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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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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.