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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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Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Elk Grove

1940 Nerge Rd, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
Review Score
71 reviews

Arden Court has been welcoming, supportive and truly understanding with my Mom and her transition. They not only accepted my Mom & our family but also my Mom's hospice team. We could not be happier with the...

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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The Pines Of Newmarket

9 Grant Road, Newmarket, NH 03857

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

I recently visited a family member/friend at the Pines of Newmarket and was very impressed with the facility so I wanted to leave my remarks. The facility was very clean and every staff member I encountered...

Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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The Pines Of Newmarket have served the residents of New England since 1999. At The Pines of Newmarket, our residents enjoy an array of services managed by a staff whose single goal is to help them enjoy life by creating a fun, loving and safe environment. We provide quality assisted living and...

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Palos Heights Senior Living

7100 West College Drive, Palos Heights, IL 60463

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

[name removed] the general manager is a gem, and her staff is superb. My mom is flourishing with new friends and enjoying the many activities. The property is tastefully appointed and very new. And the...

Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Nestled in the trees next to the Calumet-Saganashkee Channel, this community offers the best of both worlds for those who want to enjoy the great outdoors and have creature comforts close to home. Nearby, Olde Palos Shopping Centre and Orland Square shopping mall should take care of your shopping...

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Good Tree

2010 Good Tree St, Stephenville, TX 76401

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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4 Floor plans available
9.7
Review Score
53 reviews

I’ll go with 4.75 stars because not everything is perfect - nothing ever is really - is it? My sweet mom has been at Good Tree for a few years now. Moving her to Memory Care was one of the hardest...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Enjoy a great life at Good Tree, where residents are encouraged to branch out with the myriad recreational and social opportunities offered at our Independent Living and Assisted Living community in Stephenville, Texas. Memories at Good Tree, our neighboring community, provides Memory Care...

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Cottages at Riverside

6280 Clay Street, Riverside, CA 92509

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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2 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
287 reviews

The activities has been keeping my loved ones engaged. We love the fact that they put a ton of effort into each activity. Even the field trips sound like a ton of fun. We are excited to see what is next.

Provides: Memory Care
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Our memory care community offers six different cottages with specialty care for both high and low functioning Dementia. The unique cottage style offers a cozy family style environment which transitions our residents from their family home to our compassionate Riverside Memory Care. Our residents...

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The Wellington at Conroe

500 River Pointe Drive, Conroe, TX 77304

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

The staff is always helpful and my mom seems to enjoy everyone. Unfortunately, there is turnover because they do not pay their employees what they are worth. Sometimes, because of this you could say “you get...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Find a new you at The Wellington at Conroe, offering Independent Living and Assisted Living services in Conroe, Texas. Our community invites residents to appreciate the benefit of living in a community that puts you first. Residents choose from a number of floor plans, all of which strike the...

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Belvedere Commons of Seneca

515 Benton St, Seneca, SC 29672

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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10 Photos available
9.7
Review Score
47 reviews

The price and the location were the main deciding factors for us. I live in NH and it's 3X as expensive here for the same quality that he has now. His home was in Ga and he is only an hour away from there so...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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At Belvedere Commons of Seneca, you can live the life you want to. Enjoy the convenience of restaurant-style dining, a wealth of life enrichment activities and the freedom to explore your interests. Beautiful Lake Keowee, the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, beaches and great weather set...

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Holiday Forsyth Court

2945 Reynolda Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27106

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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5 Floor plans available
9.7
Review Score
78 reviews

I think the most important thing was my Dad felt comfortable there with the atmosphere and the people. He saw it as someplace he could live.

Provides: Independent Living
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Welcome to Forsyth Court, an independent senior living community with compassionate staff and friendly neighbors. Boasting amenities and services, it's easy to picture what your life will be like here with us. As a resident, you'll enjoy a spacious studio, one-, or two-bedroom apartment suite...

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Brookdale El Camino

4723 Surfwood Lane, Pueblo, CO 81005

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
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51 reviews

I am absolutely delighted with the care and environment at Brookdale El Camino. Moving my mother there has been one of the best decisions I’ve made. She is genuinely happy, and I am especially impressed with...

Provides: Assisted Living
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With our assisted living services, located in Pueblo, Colo., a thriving city known for steel production and low cost of living, you have all the independence you want, along with the peace of mind knowing our staff is available 24/7 to help with personal care, mobility and any emergencies that...

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StoryPoint Fairfield

7129 Gilmore Rd, Fairfield Township, OH 45011

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
Review Score
107 reviews

Absolutely a five, it was the best! Story point is one of the top rated adult/senior communities in a five state area. A beautiful amazing complex, the staff was continuously exceptional. The activity...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Welcome to StoryPoint Fairfield! 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 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.