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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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Turners Rock Senior Living Community

3911 E State Hwy D, Springfield, MO 65809

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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55 reviews

On our first ( and only) tour of the brand new units, the Villas were very cleaned, well designed and had a feel of comfort. We have been here for about 3 months now and feel at home. The general manager...

Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Our community is designed to meet your individual needs and give you the freedom to be yourself. We offer the best in independent senior living, assisted living and memory care from a family-owned company that knows connection is everything.

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Williamsburg Landing

1776 NE 26th St, Wilton Manors, FL 33305

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39 reviews

Facilities are clean and they are in the process of renovating. Staff are kind with my mom. If anything they do too MUCH for her making her more reliant than she has to be. Some additional guidance on how to...

Provides: Assisted Living
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As an assisted living residence, Williamsburg Landing is committed to offering the full continuum of care. Our assisted living programs are designed for residents who cannot live independently, yet do not require skilled nursing care. Our dedicated staff provides assistance with daily activities...

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Sensations Memory Care Residence

511 E. Shephard St, Charlotte, MI 48813

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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126 reviews

The staff at Sensations Memory Care Residence were absolute angels when my mom became a resident. I can’t recommend them enough!! They’re some of the most kind and compassionate people I’ve ever met,...

Provides: Memory Care

Sensations is family owned with over 75 years combined experience in the senior industry—many years working exclusively with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. Sensations has just opened with 39 beds, in Private and Friendship rooms. Adult Day Care and Respite Care is also available. ...

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Atria Golden Creek

33 Creek Road, Irvine, CA 92604

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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108 reviews

I moved from up North to be closer to my family. Little did I expect to build a new one here. I have happiness in my life I never expected. The place is nice, clean and the staff is wonderful.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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What makes Atria Golden Creek the best senior living option in Irvine? It's our commitment to enhancing the lives of today's seniors and future generations with energy-saving renovations, including a pursuit of LEED certification. We offer a beautiful community where you'll find a friendly and...

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Emerald Gardens

201 Overland Dr, Greenwood, SC 29646

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90 reviews

I am a great friend of one of the residents at Emerald Gardens and I enjoy visiting my friend often. Every time I visit I observe how clean and well kept everything is. The staff is attentive to all the...

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Emerald Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care is in the heart of Greenwood, SC and have been serving Seniors for over 25 years. We are two blocks from Self Regional Healthcare and many other medical specialist in our area. We offer a wide array of services, amenities and activities that...

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Brookdale Dowlen Oaks

2250 North Dowlen Road, Beaumont, TX 77706

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136 reviews

My Mother became a resident in [date removed]. She had lost her husband and could not remain in her home. We chose Brookdale because my husband’s Mother was at this facility and we were very satisfied. ...

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Are you ready to redefine your independence?If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, our community could be right for you. With both assisted living and memory care, you’ll have the care you need when you need it all...

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Elmbrook Village at Bozrah

380 Salem Turnpike, Bozrah, CT 06334

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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42 reviews

My daughters helped me find Elmbrook and it has been amazing. Whenever I have any issues with anything, everyone here tells me the truth and gets it fixed right away. I appreciate that. I love that everyone...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Now doing in person tours!Elmbrook Village at Bozrah opened in September 2019. Offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Elmbrook Village was designed to maximize the amount of natural light available and has 115 apartments with a variety of styles. We have some of the largest...

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Atria Westchase

11424 Richmond Avenue, Houston, TX 77082

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117 reviews

Friendly staff overall - he likes the food- they actively work to engage him in activities which he enjoys and it's great he can have his cat and they help him care for him when needed (during short...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Atria Westchase is an assisted living and memory care community Houston, Texas. Houston is an exciting city located in Harris County, and it is widely known for its diversity, its arts and theatre scene and its recreational amenities. Whether you are planning a weekend trip to Houston or...

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Gardens of Daphne

1307 Daphne Ave, Daphne, AL 36526

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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67 reviews

Everything is great. The staff is very helpful. I would recommend Gardens of Daphne to others who are looking for a place for their loved one.

Provides: Assisted Living
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Friendly, southern and oh so charming, the Gardens of Daphne Assisted Living offers the personal attention and home-like environment your loved one deserves. From the rockers on the shady front porch to the spacious family-style dining room to the comfortable central common-area, our senior...

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Hearthstone Communities Sterling I

42660 Dequindre Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48314

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65 reviews

We just moved my mom today and the caregivers have been so amazing about everything. This is a great transition thanks to the amazing team, owner and manager. Shout out to Hearthstone Communities for making...

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Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes
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Welcome to HearthStone Communities. Assisted Living, Licensed Group Home where our family atmosphere and qualified caregivers provide our residents compassionate care, a dignified, safe and secure living environment.Residents will enjoy the same activities and interests they always have. Helping...

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Best of 2026 Senior Living Awards criteria

Receive 10 or more reviews on APlaceforMom.com

Attain an overall average rating of at least 4.5 stars for 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, 2025 to Dec. 31, 2025. 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.