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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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Photo of Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Anderson
14
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9.7
Review Score
68 reviews

This is a safe place to have my spouse. At Arden in Anderson she has several caretakers versus just one in me. She is very happy all the time and eating well, and she likes it very much. The staff knows her...

Provides: Memory Care
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For nearly 25 years, Arden Courts Memory Care has catered to the special needs of individuals with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts cares for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Each community features home like common areas,...

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Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks

550 Old County Rd, Windsor Locks, CT 06096

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

After an extensive search of communities around Hartford County, we chose Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks and could not be happier! Just over 7 ago, we moved into our independent living, one-bedroom...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Now doing in person tours!Independent Living, Assisted Living and Alzheimer's Care Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks is a residential senior living campus dedicated to providing independence, social interaction, and leisure activities for seniors looking for exceptional services and top notch...

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The Oaks

3675 S Rome St, Gilbert, AZ 85297

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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5
5 Floor plans available
9.7
Review Score
107 reviews

My mother moved in about 2 months ago. She has settled in to her new lifestyle. It was a hard transition for her to leave her home. But she made so many friends already and enjoys the daily activities. All...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Our senior apartments have been designed to be the largest and most spacious inthe area. We are prepared to provide Independent Living, Assisted Living, MemoryCare and Respite services. Our community environment is designed to be rich indaily activities, with all day restaurant-style dining,...

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White Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care

6827 Whitehall Rd., Whitehall, MI 49461

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

From my first interactions with staff at White Lake Assisted Living during a tour through moving my parents into their apartment I have had nothing but a wonderful experience. Interactions with the community...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Welcome to White Lake, a Leisure Living Community in Whitehall, Michigan, where our residents experience the joys of everyday life together. Residents can relax in the pavilion on a sunny summer day or cozy up to the fireplace in the winter. Our community offers independent living, assisted...

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Brookdale Barberton (Offering HealthPlus)

487 Austin Drive, Barberton, OH 44203

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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1
1 Floor plans available
9.7
Review Score
56 reviews

The size of dads space was perfect for his needs. The staff were all amazing, kind, helpful and they treated my dad like family. Dad said the food was good and the cleaning staff and laundry staff did a...

Provides: Assisted Living
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The Best YearsWhen you decide to move in here, you’re not only joining one of the best assisted living communities in Barberton, Ohio—you’re embarking one a brand new adventure full of wonderful people and exciting activities that push you to grow and savor every moment of your retirement years....

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Downriver Estates Senior Living

19697 Allen Rd, Brownstown, MI 48183

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

The facility and the apartments are kept very clean. My family member is more mobile than some of the other residents she would benefit from an increase in activities or outings. My family member has a great...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Located south of Detroit, seniors can enjoy a life well lived at Downriver Estates Senior Living, a Sinceri Senior Living community. The residential community offers great activities, the best of care services, and gorgeous natural surroundings. Residents enjoy living near Marsh Creek, local...

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Pacifica Senior Living Riverside

6280 Clay Street, Riverside, CA 92509

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

The staff is friendly, knowledgeable and kind. They helped with the process and are great at communicated needs. The room is clean, modern & is a nice space. I like the cubby display outside the room that...

Provides: Memory Care

Our memory care community offers six different cottages with specialty care for both high and low functioning Dementia. The unique cottage style offers a cozy family style environment which transitions our residents from their family home to our compassionate Pacifica Riverside family. Our...

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Arbor Landing at Hampstead

13937 US HWY 17, Hampstead, NC 28443

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
8
8 Photos available
9.7
Review Score
40 reviews

My mom has been living here for about 7 months. Everyone who works there has been amazing and she has made a nice group of friends. Her apartment is spacious and very nice. The food is not the best but...

Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
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Arbor Landing at Hampstead is offering a unique experiences for seniors and their families. The community is able to offer some traditional assisted living services with their on-site home care services, ask for details!In addition to independent living with assisted living services, the...

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StoryPoint Mequon

6729 W Mequon Rd, Mequon, WI 53092

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

Great location close to village market restaurants quiet neighborhood. Memory care unit next door. We have not moved in yet, but from what I have seen I would absolutely recommend the place.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Welcome to StoryPoint Mequon! 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 various senior living options include independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Throughout each service...

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Grace Manor Suites

4620 N. Socrum Loop Road, Lakeland, FL 33809

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

Overall experience is a 4 only reason it's not a 5 is because of the food and AC issues. Very clean. No odors whatsoever. Everyone is extremely friendly, even the custodians. They have done an excellent job...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living Care for Seniors with the Warmth of Southern Hospitality in North Lakeland with a decade of care and local ownership. We offer inclusive monthly pricing and there isn't a buy-in here, adding peace of mind. Grace Manor Suites is a warm, inviting home for seniors that offers...

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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.