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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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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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Barathaven Memory Care

1030 Barathaven Blvd, Dardenne Prairie, MO 63368

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.6
Review Score
57 reviews

I find Barathaven to be a very good Memory Care Facility. The staff are very kind and helpful. The facility is clean, the clothes are clean. I feel my husband is getting very good care. Thank you!

Provides: Memory Care
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Barathaven Memory Care is located conveniently between O’Fallon and Chesterfield, MO since 2010. Our leadership and care giving staff have longevity within the community of up to 13 years. Barathaven has been named one of the "Best Places to Work" in recent years and we find that our own...

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Brookdale Oswego Springs Portland

11552 Southwest Lesser Road, Portland, OR 97219

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.6
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36 reviews

The staff is great..they are just a little short handed as are most facilities today...the food could be better...and more activities...the setting is nice..backed up to a forest with good outdoor spaces. I...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Exceptional Senior Living for Exceptional SeniorsTucked away in a wooded Portland suburb is Brookdale Oswego Springs, a personal care community serving seniors and their families from Portland and surrounding suburbs and towns in northwest Oregon. Residents here have traded the worries and stress...

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Landon Ridge at Kingwood Assisted Living and Memory Care

24025 Kingwood Place, Kingwood, TX 77339

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.6
Review Score
70 reviews

Staff is very friendly and helpful. I was surprised how quickly they learned mom's name and a few things about her. Aside from her 1st night there, she hasn't stayed in her room for meals. On her good days,...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Landon Ridge Kingwood, which offers compassionate care for Assisted Living and Memory Care residents, is a popular choice in senior living for families in Kingwood and Northeast Houston.The Landon Ridge Kingwood Assisted Living & Memory Care community has the unique look and feel of a...

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Danbury Cuyahoga Falls

1695 Queens Gate Circle, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.6
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49 reviews

This place is the best. My girlfriend lives in the assisted living building on the campus and I live in the independent building. Both buildings are great. I like everything about my apartment. I have a golf...

Provides: Independent Living
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Welcome to Danbury Cuyahoga Falls! 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. Throughout each service level, we strive to make every moment of...

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Anchor Bay at Pocasset

12 Old Pocasset Ln, Johnston, RI 02919

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.6
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36 reviews

Facility is generally clean. Staff is courteous , caring and considerate. Right at Home and Nurses on Call area all very helpful.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Situated on 16-plus acres in a park-like setting, Anchor Bay at Pocasset is a bright, warm senior living community located near Rhode Island Hospital, Providence Place Mall, fine dining at Federal Hill, as well as Downtown Providence, and Johnston Memorial Park. Wake up every day in a safe,...

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Volante of Eugene

2951 Coburg Road, Eugene, OR 97408

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.6
Review Score
57 reviews

Both staff and residents are welcoming, friendly and helpful. Admin staff- some are available and responsive some not as much. Food - varies from day to day and meal to meal. Lots of activities, always...

Provides: Independent Living
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Volante of Eugene is designed for seniors who value their independence yet want to be able to live in maintenance-free comfort. Volante is a friendly retirement living community serving active seniors with a variety of physical, cultural and social amenities.To keep our residents active, numerous...

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Rittenhouse Village At Portage

6235 Sterling Creek Road, Portage, IN 46368

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.6
Review Score
52 reviews

Great overall experience. his wasn't easy for my parents but [name removed] with the facility made them feel welcomed and included from day 1. It was a great choice for our whole family and we are so...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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It's A Wonderful Senior Life At Rittenhouse Village, Our Philosophy is Different We're creating a resident-focused senior living community with you and your well-being in mind. At Rittenhouse Village At Portage, we've designed the very best in senior living by blending wonderful amenities with...

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StoryPoint Novi

42400 12 W Mile Rd, Novi, MI 48377

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.6
Review Score
42 reviews

My family and I put my grandmother in memory care almost a year ago and it was the best decision we've ever made. Not only does she receive quality care from compassionate and loving care staff, but she also...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Welcome to StoryPoint Novi! 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, assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service level, we strive...

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Atria Canyon Creek

440 Independence Parkway, Plano, TX 75075

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.6
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91 reviews

I wish I could give the food 10 out of 10 (I have Celiac Disease and get plenty of food including gluten free (GF) bread/toast!! I think Chef has somewhat enjoyed finding GF recipes and food.

Provides: Independent Living
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Nestled among mature deciduous trees along the banks of scenic Spring Creek, Atria Canyon Creek offers independent living to older adults in the Plano, Texas area. This community features a multi-story building with a style reminiscent of a historic Spanish mission. Convenient amenities and...

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Holiday Orchid Terrace

4474 Butler Hill Road, Saint Louis, MO 63128

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.6
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67 reviews

Residents and staff were all very friendly and they worked really hard to get my mother in law acclimated and involved. New residence are assigned an ambassador to show them around and take them to the...

Provides: Independent Living
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Orchid Terrace provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Located on beautiful grounds in a quiet corner of St. Louis, you'll be charmed by the elegance of our facilities and the convenience of living in the heart of it all. We're just minutes from shopping,...

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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.