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Best of 2026 Senior Living Award Winners: Memory Care

Top Memory Care Communities

The best memory care facilities of 2026 earned reviews that placed them in the top 1-2% of senior care providers nationwide. Families expressed gratitude for devoted staff, clean and homey facilities, nutritious meals, and the peace of mind that their loved one is safe.

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Independence Village of Zionsville West

6800 Central Blvd, Zionsville, IN 46077

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
Review Score
64 reviews

My loved one says she is really happy there. I would absolutely recommend them to others who are searching for senior living for themselves or a loved one.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Welcome to Independence Village of Zionsville West! 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...

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Brookdale Denton South

2525 Lillian Miller Parkway, Denton, TX 76210

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
Review Score
45 reviews

Choosing an assisted living community is one of the hardest decisions a family can make, and we're so thankful we found Brookdale South. From day one, the staff has been incredibly kind, caring, and...

Provides: Assisted Living
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For many seniors, assisted living, with staff on-site 24 hours a day, seven days a week, gives just the right level of care needed to flourish and triumph in their new phase of life. Our community in Denton, Texas, offers more options than ever before to make this happily possible. Our...

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Brookdale Medi Park West

7404 Wallace Boulevard, Amarillo, TX 79106

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9 Floor plans available
9.8
Review Score
117 reviews

I could not have found a better place. The staff is wonderful very helpful and always smiling. The care is wonderful my Mother fell in her room and she had an alert necklace on and they responded...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Exceptional Living for Exceptional SeniorsIt’s time to put a little more life into your senior living. To escape the stress and hassles of living at home and embrace a truly redefined independence. That’s what you’ll find here at our luxury senior living community in Amarillo, Texas. We offer...

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The Glenwood Supportive Living of Staunton

18192 Renken Road, Staunton, IL 62088

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
Review Score
34 reviews

I would rate it 5 stars, they seem very helpful and encourage mom to get up and eat at dining area. Also they seem to check on her regularly.

Provides: Assisted Living
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The Glenwood of Staunton is located in Staunton, Illinois. This is a town that prides itself on history and simple charm. Family members and active residents alike will enjoy the quaint Main Street atmosphere and the bustling feel of all the years tourists, residents, and enthusiasts who have...

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Cedar Ridge Alzheimer's Special Care Center

2100 South Lakeline Boulevard, Cedar Park, TX 78613

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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2 Floor plans available
9.8
Review Score
77 reviews

Though there is a good amount of staff turnover, the staff, especially the Exec Director, chef, nurses and some of the Aides are excellent. They are very responsive and handle the family's concerns and...

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Provides: Memory Care
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Cedar Ridge Alzheimer's Special Care Center is a fully equipped Memory Care Community located in Cedar Park, Texas. It is catered to those individuals struggling with dementia, memory loss, and Alzheimer's disease. At Cedar Ridge, we seek to provide our residents with exceptional service that...

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Clarendale Six Corners

4715 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60641

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
Review Score
41 reviews

We were thrilled with the accommodations. My mom's room was decorated in soothing colors, soft pillows and beautiful artwork. It was like a wonderful hotel. The staff were friendly and attentive. No place is...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Clarendale Six Corners is Chicago's most anticipated senior living community now open for you to experience! On a triangular corner of Six Corners in Northwest Chicago, Illinois, you’ll discover 10 floors of casual sophistication, superb hospitality services and great amenities.You'll enjoy...

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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 Floor plans available
9.8
Review Score
100 reviews

My mother is so happy. I am also happy. The meals are wonderful with so many options and since she is diabetic it's so great that they have no sugar added desserts. The community has so many fun activities...

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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Lincoln Court

850 Lincoln Drive, Idaho Falls, ID 83401

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3
3 Floor plans available
9.8
Review Score
82 reviews

They went way above the call of duty to get me into a place. I didn't have to wait or worry. The food is good, the facility is clean and we can have a our pets. Its been such a different experience.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Lincoln Court Retirement Community encourages an active senior lifestyle that supports residents' privacy and dignity. Our senior apartments are considered the largest and most spacious in Idaho Falls. Lincoln Court provides Independent Living, Assisted Living and Respite services. Our community...

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Atria Forest Hills

112-50 72 Avenue, Forest Hills, NY 11375

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
12
12 Photos available
6
6 Floor plans available
9.8
Review Score
110 reviews

We are so grateful for the Sales Director, [name removed] at Atria Forest Hills senior living community. From day one, he has been incredibly kind, approachable, and genuinely invested in the well-being of...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Atria Senior Living is a leading operator of independent living, assisted living, supportive living and memory care communities in more than 200 locations in 26 states and seven Canadian provinces. Atria communities are home to more than 23,000 seniors and employ more than 14,000 people.

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Cypress Court

1255 N Broadway, Escondido, CA 92026

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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6
6 Floor plans available
9.8
Review Score
57 reviews

So far it's a five and the only comment I can give really is that my mom is only been in there for a little over a month!! We are at a disadvantage to give you long-term comments on how great they are, but...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Cypress Court embraces the wonderful climate North County San Diego has to offer. Nestled in Escondido, California, we are centrally located near shopping, entertainment, theaters, and all the conveniences of a thriving town. As you walk through our doors, you will feel an immediate sense of...

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Best of 2027 Senior Living Awards criteria

Receive 10 or more reviews on APlaceforMom.com

Attain an overall Review Score of at least 9.5 based on reviews

Offer assisted living, independent living, skilled nursing, memory care or continuing care retirement communities

*Based on reviews and ratings collected from APlaceforMom.com during the awards period, Jan. 1, 2026 to Dec. 31, 2026. U.S. and Canada only.

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The best memory care communities in the U.S. earned A Place for Mom’s 2026 Best of Senior Living Awards based on resident and family reviews to determine the best Alzheimer’s care facilities. The highly rated featured communities represent the top 2-3% of memory care providers nationwide.