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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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Westmont of Escondido

500 E Valley Parkway, Escondido, CA 92025

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

The communication is good. When I'm there staff seems very caring. It's hard to really rate as my stepmother is in memory care so getting feedback from her is difficult. Room/apartment is plenty for her...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Westmont Town Court is centrally located in Escondido, within walking distance from the Historic Grand Avenue Downtown District where residents can enjoy unique shops, fine eateries and medical services as well as cultural performances and fine art at the nearby California Center for the Arts....

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Legacy at Highwoods Preserve

18600 Highwoods Preserve Pkwy, Tampa, FL 33647

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

Everyone was super helpful. Had great knowledge and was able to speed up the whole process. I would definitely recommend this facility to anyone. The memory care is excellent. Rooms are spacious and well...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Legacy at Highwoods Preserve is an assisted living community located in Tampa, Florida which is in Hillsborough County. The environment of this community is that of a luxurious resort. Residents will always have a variety of things that they can choose to participate in every day. From emotional...

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Lake Wylie

4877 Charlotte Highway, Lake Wylie, SC 29710

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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1 Video available
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14 Photos available
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5 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
64 reviews

They are extremely attentive to clients needs. Thy treat your family member like there own. They let you know about anything & everything with your family member. Very friendly & detailed.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
See all Tarantino Properties, Inc communities

Situated near the Catawba River in York County, minutes from the city of Charlotte, Lake Wylie Retirement and Assisted Living Community offers the lifestyle that's just right for you. With Lake Wylie nearby, a small town resort-like atmosphere and old-fashioned Southern charm make this peaceful...

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Cypress Square

205 Midland Parkway, Summerville, SC 29485

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8 Photos available
9.6
Review Score
86 reviews

The first time we visited everyone was very friendly and helpful. By the time we had visited a few more times they had remembered our names when we would come to visit.. It seems like the residents really...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Cypress Place is located on a tree lined street in beautiful Summerville, South Carolina. We are two miles north of Old Fort Dorchester State Historical Park and about thirty miles from the Atlantic Ocean. At Cypress Place, we strive to maintain a cozy homelike atmosphere, with a caring staff...

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Ashford Court

37501 Joy Road, Westland, MI 48185

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

[name removed] , [name removed] and all the staff at Ashford Court were wonderful. They cared for my mother very well and kept me informed of any changes. They involved my mom in activities if she was able...

Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
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At Ashford Court, we provide all the comforts of home without the responsibilities of home. All our apartment suites include kitchenettes, private bathrooms, heating, air conditioning, and 24/7 emergency response services. Rent at Ashford Court includes regular housekeeping and linen services,...

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Brookdale Hoffman Estates

1515 Barrington Road, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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17 Photos available
3
3 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
160 reviews

The staff has been incredibly responsive and helpful to all of my dad's needs. The front desk personnel are very friendly and welcoming. My dad says the food is good. I cannot speak to what the...

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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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When it comes to home upkeep, less is more.Our community, located next door to a golf course and across the street from Arthur L. Janura Forest Preserve, has both independent living and assisted living so you’ll have care options if you need more care later.  When something needs to be...

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StoryPoint Schererville

7770 Burr St, Schererville, IN 46375

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

The food service is good. The servers are patient, some complain about the temp and so on. But I haven't had any bad experience as I have eaten with my Mom more than once! The bistro area has regular social...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Clarendale of Schererville is a top pet-friendly senior community in the Chicago metro area, providing independent living assisted living and memory care for our residents. Our convenient and comfortable suburban location features 177 units and is designed with seniors’ comfort and well-being in...

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Canterfield of Fort Myers

18301 Trifecta Ln, Fort Myers, FL 33967

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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35 Photos available
3
3 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
57 reviews

I don't get answers to verify if my brother gets laundry done, showers, bed made, bathroom and room cleaned and vaccummed. Have requested support to get my brother to clean his room; no response from staff....

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Canterfield of Fort Myers invites you to discover a truly exceptional way of life. We are an inspiring retirement community that enables you to design each day as you desire. We are building a brand new tradition by offering "carefree living" in a country club-like setting where our residents...

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Amavida at Lakes Park

7820 Fanning Court, Fort Myers, FL 33907

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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23 Photos available
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21 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
54 reviews

Love where I live. This is where I belong. Close to a park where I can walk or ride a bike. Food and service is great. Housekeeping is wonderful. Activities are fun. Something for everyone. Onsite Dr, PT,...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Welcome to amavida, a 32-acre, resort-style senior living community in Fort Myers, Florida, designed for those who have a love of life. Choose from maintenance-free cottages, residences, apartments and suites. Indulge in exceptional amenities including a variety of pools, restaurants, bistros,...

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Benton House of Bluffton

8 Hampton Lake Drive, Bluffton, SC 29910

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
14
14 Photos available
4
4 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
35 reviews

Repairs to the apartment were not completed by move in and the cook quit so the staff was trying to fill in. So food left a lot to be desired. I think the issues are due to a new director, office manager on...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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We. Are. Family. Award Winning Senior Living! National Winner-Top 50 in Aging Services by Fortune magazine. A Great Place to Work certified 3 consecutive years. Multiple Pinnacle Customer Service Awards. Reader’s Choice Best of Bluffton 2020. Call or drop by to see what make Benton House 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 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.