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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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Palos Verdes Senior Living

18441 North 87th Avenue, Peoria, AZ 85382

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
178 reviews

The care is very good here. all of the office staff and medical staff and maintenance staff are so nice and help full. The place is clean and family friendly. The bad side is The food is not good and...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Palos Verdes is the premier senior living community in Peoria, Arizona just northwest of Phoenix. We offer independent living, assisted living and Dementia / Memory Care in Peoria, Arizona. Palos Verdes Senior Living puts a new level of affordable luxury within your reach - including 'At Your...

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Brookdale Claremore

1605 North Highway 88, Claremore, OK 74017

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

Brookdale has been so wonderful with my mom. I can’t say enough good things about the staff. My mom was kicked out of an assisted living bc we couldn’t get her medicine figured out. Brookdale worked with a...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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This community actually has 2, 1 bedroom floor plans. The larger 1 bedroom is 30 square feet larger with a walk-in closet. Also, this community is does have back pocket incentives available ranging from $250 - $800 perm available. These incentives are offered based on individual lead situations...

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Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Independent Living

10 East Hawthorn Parkway, Vernon Hills, IL 60061

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.6
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100 reviews

They are not the most buttoned-up, sometimes requiring repeated calls to get through. Assuming it's a high-turnover position. Not unfriendly, but not always helpful. Some members over-worked and it shows in...

Provides: Independent Living
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If you’re ready to trade your hedge clippers for golf clubs, our senior living community just outside of Chicago might be the right fit for you.Here you’ll have the lifestyle you want, plus care if you need it with both independent living and assisted living on the same campus. Trade home...

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Brookdale Parkplace

111 Emerson Street, Denver, CO 80218

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9 Floor plans available
9.6
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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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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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Oakwood Hills, A Sky Active Living Community

4316 Oakwood Hills Parkway, Eau Claire, WI 54701

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.6
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40 reviews

Recently moved here and my husband and I are very happy staff is friendly, accommodating and makes everyone feel welcome. They all encourages you to ask questions. We have and they advise. Them in timely...

Provides: Independent Living
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The moment you enter Oakwood Hills, A Sky Active Living Community, you'll feel the relaxed grace, style and beauty that our residents cherish daily. A quiet home in the heart Eau Claire, you'll enjoy the convenience of being close to the Oakwood Hills Mall, excellent healthcare and all the unique...

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Brookdale North Naples

1710 Southwest Health Parkway, Naples, FL 34109

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
91 reviews

We selected Brookdale North after searching for a smooth transition for my recently widowed sister in PA. Factors that influenced our decision included: a safe home-like environment, an old Florida vibe with...

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Provides: Assisted Living
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Exceptional Senior LivingThere’s a way to get everything senior living has to offer. A life full of interesting things to do, a community full of interesting people to do them with, and a facility and grounds that feel more like a resort than a senior living community—these are all waiting for...

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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
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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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Brookdale First Colony

16900 Lexington Boulevard, Sugar Land, TX 77479

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.6
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160 reviews

The facility is quite peaceful a beautiful property and I feel comfortable that my Mom is safe. The experience that we have encountered with [name removed] and the manager of the property is simply amazing.....

Provides: Independent Living
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When it comes to chores, less is more.If you’re ready to trade your hedge clippers for golf clubs, our independent living community in Houston might be the perfect fit for you. Because when it comes to chores, less is more—more time for you to do what you want to do.Start your day with a swim in...

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Rivermont Independent Living

800 Canadian Trails Dr, Norman, OK 73072

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.6
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65 reviews

All the staff have been very helpful and attentive to my needs. Everyone has positive smiling attitudes. The amenities have been provided as advertised. The dining experience is great. The other residents...

Provides: Independent Living
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Rivermont Independent Living, located in Norman, OK, offers active seniors the opportunity to say goodbye to household tasks and live a maintenance-free, carefree lifestyle focusing on wellness. Our beautiful residence features a vibrant lifestyle that makes life even more engaging and vibrant....

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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.