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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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Sodalis Jacksonville

7620 Timberlin Park Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32256

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

[name removed] tour was fantastic. I learned so much in the time we spent and now feel we’re choosing the best possible place for mom. We were confused by all of our options but [name removed] made it...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Sodalis Jacksonville is an intimate, senior living community designed to provide optimal comfort, care and privacy. Some features include:Private and shared assisted living and memory care apartmentsCharming, home-like community settingsCommon areas for socializing, dining and entertainingEasy...

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Harvard Square by Cogir

10200 E Harvard Ave, Denver, CO 80231

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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7 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
193 reviews

The minute my brother walked into the facility, he said, "This is home." They were very helpful and always greeted me when I entered the facility.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Live at Harvard Square by Cogir in Southeast Denver, and you will experience service beyond the expected. Way beyond in fact. Our friendly, experienced staff really goes the extra mile (or two, or twenty) whenever needed. You'll find examples of this in every area. So not only do we offer fresh,...

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StoryPoint Chattanooga

1148 Mountain Creek Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37405

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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25 Photos available
9.5
Review Score
69 reviews

I found everyone at Storypoint to be welcoming and genuinely concerned about how my Dad was settling in. They plan a lot of resident activities, which has been great for him.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Welcome to StoryPoint Chattanooga! 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, we strive to make...

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American House St. Petersburg

1101 66th St N, Saint Petersburg, FL 33710

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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6 Photos available
12
12 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
75 reviews

The staff seems to be very concerned about the people in their care and about the families that come to visit. The facility is extremely clean and they offer many many different activities for their...

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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American House St. Petersburg is the newest senior living community in St. Petersburg, Florida, breaking ground in May 2019. Located on the corner of 9th Avenue and 66th Street, this beautiful, contemporary community will offer independent living, assisted living and memory care services,...

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Sunrise Villa Olympia Fields

3633 Breakers Dr, Olympia Fields, IL 60461

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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4
4 Floor plans available
9.5
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73 reviews

I Miss out on most of the activities (they are mostly held during the hours I am not at the Villa), but they do seem interesting and there appears to be a busy schedule daily The staff, and tenants are all...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Just 30 minutes south of Chicago, Sunrise Villa Olympia Fields provides a highly personalized approach to care, including independent and assisted living tailored to resident needs and abilities. Here, you have a choice of unique ranch-style townhome villas with two-car garages, front porches,...

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Brookdale Castle Gardens

1715 Castle Gardens Rd, Vestal, NY 13850

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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4
4 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
99 reviews

It is a beautiful residence with caring, friendly staff. We recommend it highly to anyone who needs a facility for your loved one. We had help moving in and were allowed to bring some of our own furniture.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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The Hearth is proud to offer Viking Pure Solutions’ electrochemically activated cleaning and disinfecting systems for our residents in each of our communities! This revolutionary safe and effective cleaner provides protection for our residents, teams, and families providing state of the art...

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Danbury Brunswick

3430 Brunswick Lake Pkwy, Brunswick, OH 44212

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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21 Photos available
9.5
Review Score
46 reviews

Facility is clean and well maintained. My mom is in memory care and the staff is attentive and provides good care. We had a few issues and they were very responsive to her changing needs. Staff tried to...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Welcome to Danbury Brunswick! 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, we strive to make every...

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Village on the Park Plano

3670 Mapleshade Lane, Plano, TX 75075

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
20
20 Photos available
4
4 Floor plans available
9.5
Review Score
101 reviews

We are very happy with the care and level of activity my mom gets at the Village on the Park. Thank you to the wonderful team who shows up every day with smiles on their faces. My kids also love visiting mom...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Ideally located in southwest Plano, Village on the Park Plano offers an active lifestyle with just a la carte supportive care for each resident. Beautifully designed for a carefree, amenity- and service-rich lifestyle, the community features luxurious, yet comfortable, accommodations where...

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Brookdale Lake View

3121 North Sheridan Road, Chicago, IL 60657

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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10 Photos available
9.6
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133 reviews

Would highly recommend Brookdale! We were impressed with the professional, warm welcome upon our arrival at Brookdale. It was a genuine reception that felt above commercial standards and more like a...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Healthier Life, Healthier YouHave you been on the hunt for an exceptional senior living experience that gives you the quality care you want without sacrificing the independence and freedom you crave? If so, look no further. Our independent and assisted living community is located within walking...

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Bethesda Gardens Frisco

10588 Legacy Dr, Frisco, TX 75033

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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14 Photos available
1
1 Floor plans available
9.5
Review Score
50 reviews

What we like most about Bethesda Gardens is the The staff, with the exception of two CNAs, were remarkably friendly, personable, patient, and accommodating. Based on the experience we have had so far, we...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Located just minutes from nearby fine dining and abundant shopping in downtown Frisco, Bethesda Gardens Frisco offers a vibrant, engaging senior community for our residents to safely enjoy.Whether you are relaxing in one of our three beautifully landscaped courtyards or taking part in an exciting...

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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.