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Best of 2026 Senior Living Award Winners: Assisted Living

Top Assisted Living Facilities

These are our 2026 best assisted living facilities, representing the top 1-2% of senior living providers nationwide based on reviews. Residents and families praised the top assisted living communities for their exceptional staff, facilities, food, and more.

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The Ashton at Anderson

6849 Beechmont Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45230

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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2
2 Floor plans available
9.7
Review Score
42 reviews

I would give a 5 in all categories. It is a beautiful clean facility with lots of activities. The staff are very friendly and we would recommend The Ashton community to other families.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Clarendale of Mokena

21536 South Wolf Road, Mokena, IL 60448

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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15 Floor plans available
9.7
Review Score
145 reviews

I have toured 4 places by recommendations by people in the community. This was by far my favorite for many reasons, including ease of going on waiting list, moving parents to the facility, price, cheerful...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Clarendale of Mokena is the only senior living community in The Village of Mokena, Ill. It is also the newest such community in the greater market area to offer three integrated lifestyle options under one roof - residential living, assisted living and memory care. Clarendale of Mokena creates an...

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StoryPoint Knoxville West

8501 S Northshore Dr, Knoxville, TN 37922

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

The staff is great and does their jobs well. There were some communication challenges at first, but whenever we reached out, staff was responsive and took care of what was needed. Most importantly, our loved...

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

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Village on the Park at Steeplechase

12102 Steepleway Blvd, Houston, TX 77065

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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7
7 Floor plans available
9.7
Review Score
88 reviews

Only low rate for some cottages are pretty far from dining. Food is great. Activities are not well attended by cottage residents. I would recommend!

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Embark on the best years of your life at Village on the Park. Enjoy active senior living at its finest and discover active senior living at its finest! Our convenient location in Northwest Houston is within easy reach from downtown Houston, Galleria and the 290 corridor. Imagine a spacious...

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Apple Blossom

125 Apple Blossom Way, Coraopolis, PA 15108

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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6
6 Floor plans available
9.7
Review Score
54 reviews

The care team is overworked and understaffed. While most caregivers are great, there aren't enough to meet demand. My loved one has expressed that response times are slow, particularly for transport back to...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Bella Vista Senior Living

1825 W Emelita Ave, Mesa, AZ 85202

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

I moved into Bella Vista on [date removed] after being gone from Arizona for two years. I was very pleased with the welcoming we received. Moved into a two bedroom apartment with balcony overlooking the...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Bella Vista Senior Living has been serving the Mesa community for over 40 years. With recently updated apartments Bella Vista is now updating the community with a fresh new look for our residents to enjoy.Our same great service, robust activities program and friendly residents remains unwaivering.

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The Pineapple House at Sapphire Lakes

7901 Radio Road, Naples, FL 34104

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
10
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9.7
Review Score
112 reviews

I moved in a few weeks ago into The Pineapple House assisted living. I have felt very welcomed. The employees are very nice and compassionate. The response time whenever I ask for help is usually quick, as...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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We opened our Premier Community April, 2020 and are now taking reservations to hold a specific apartment. We are a premiere Concierge Independent/Assisted Living and Memory Care community, providing state-of the art amenity-rich features. Royal Dining, Bistro Tropical, Private Dining or the Sea...

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The Waterford at Shavano Park

4096 De Zavala Road, San Antonio, TX 78249

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
10
10 Photos available
6
6 Floor plans available
9.7
Review Score
67 reviews

The Waterford has been AMAZING! My only regret is not moving my mom sooner. Staff, residents, and volunteers are top-notch! EVERYONE is super friendly and I know that my mom is well cared for everyday.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Our pet-friendly community in San Antonio, Texas, offers both assisted living for seniors needing a little help with day-to-day activities and memory care for those who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's or another type of dementia.As an assisted living resident at our community, you’ll relish...

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Cinco Ranch Alzheimer's Special Care Center

3206 S. Fry Rd, Katy, TX 77450

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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2
2 Floor plans available
9.7
Review Score
61 reviews

At Cinco Ranch, all caregivers treat each resident with dignity and respect, no matter where they are with their dementia. The care team displays such tenderness and compassion. They are truly wonderful.

Provides: Memory Care
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One of the best Alzheimer's care centers is Cinco Ranch which is located in Katy, TX. If you find yourself with an elderly parent or relative that is suffering from dementia or Alzheimer's, you will be thrilled with Cinco Ranch's adult care assisted living home. As with many assisted living...

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Atria Harborhill

159 Division Street, East Greenwich, RI 02818

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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7
7 Floor plans available
9.7
Review Score
45 reviews

The staff at Atria is STELLAR! The apartments are spacious, lots of activities! They have had some challenges keeping a consistent bus driver, and the food could be improved.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Situated in a stately mansion, Atria Harborhill is a welcoming community where residents are encouraged to lead healthy, active, independent lives. Enjoy a relaxing walk around the grounds, sit and catch up with friends, or participate in one of many daily activities. Centrally located in the...

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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 assisted living communities in the U.S. earned A Place for Mom’s 2026 Best of Senior Living Awards based on resident and family reviews. The highest-rated assisted living communities represent the top 2-3% of assisted living providers nationwide.