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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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Danbury of Columbus

2870 Snouffer Rd, Columbus, OH 43235

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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11
11 Photos available
8
8 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
53 reviews

[Name Removed] was amazing to work with. [Name Removed] was lovely, cheery and helpful when I walked in without an appointment. The nurses & aids were incredibly kind and doing their best to meet my friend's...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Danbury in Columbus is an assisted living community located in Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio. Columbus, which was ranked in BusinessWeek's 50 best cities in America, features endless events, attractions and dining and shopping opportunities. With guided tours through museums and factories, live...

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StoryPoint Schererville

7770 Burr St, Schererville, IN 46375

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

Felt very comfortable with the staff due the interview. I absolutely would recommend StoryPoint Schererville - they are extremely easy to communicate with

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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Clarendale Clayton

7651 Clayton Rd, Clayton, MO 63117

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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13
13 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
38 reviews

It's amazing. They have a process improvement program and are the highest rated in the country. I love it here. I'd say it's a great place.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Brookdale Fort Myers The Colony

13565 American Colony Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL 33912

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

The facility is always clean, decorated, provides a happy vibe appeal. The staff is excellent. They work hard as a team to deliver excellent care to the residents. Communication has been wonderful. I could...

Provides: Memory Care
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Safe, Secure, Serene and SatisfyingWe do one thing, and we do it really well. Our community is built for the specific needs of our memory care residents, who are dealing with all stages of Alzheimer’s, dementia, or other cognitive challenges. That means you can have the peace of mind knowing that...

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The Pinnacle of Louisville

10451 Linn Station Rd, Louisville, KY 40223

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
13
13 Photos available
1
1 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
52 reviews

No one wants a loved one to go to memory care, but they should feel lucky if they get a spot at the Pinnacle. They really do focus on the residents living the best life that they can.

Provides: Memory Care
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Park Louisville is a personal care community dedicated to enhancing quality of life by enabling residents to continue their daily routines with as much independence as possible. Every detail of the building is designed with the safety, security and personal freedom of residents in mind. Homelike...

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Atria Collwood

5308 Monroe Avenue, San Diego, CA 92115

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
11
11 Photos available
5
5 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
124 reviews

My husband said the food is delicious, especially the soup. Staff is friendly and attentive to the residents. Rooms are a nice size and always kept clean.

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Atria Collwood is a senior residence located in the famous city of San Diego, California. Residents here enjoy access to highly qualified doctors, specialists, hospitals and medical centers. This active city features beautiful coastal views, great fishing, sailing, and many ways to stay active....

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Carriage Crossing Decatur

2650 N Monroe St, Decatur, IL 62526

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
13
13 Photos available
9.6
Review Score
74 reviews

The way my mother in law has settled in so far has made this a positive experience. The accessibility and friendliness of the staff is really comforting during a stressful process. She has so many more...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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LIVE THE LIFE YOU LOVE!Making the move to senior living is a big decision. Fortunately, changing where you live doesn't mean changing your whole way of life. At Carriage Crossing, you'll find all the choices you need to live the life you love.Our welcoming campus features a variety of lifestyle...

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Pacifica Senior Living Sunrise

4201 Springtree Dr, Sunrise, FL 33351

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
14
14 Photos available
3
3 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
359 reviews

I just moved in and I love it. I know a good thing when I see it. This is the 1st place we looked at and there was no need to look any further. I am very pleased with my decision, everyone calls my by the...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

Pacifica Senior Living Sunrise provides excellent assisted living and memory care options for seniors in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Our ideal location among many quality shopping centers and restaurants creates a wonderful setting for seniors to enjoy retirement life.Our intimate community is an...

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Sodalis Tampa

2626 West Bearss Ave, Tampa, FL 33618

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
20
20 Photos available
7
7 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
130 reviews

1. Above average 2. Room cleaning below average. 3. Excellent 4. Above average 5. Excellent 6. Average 7. Excellent 8. Excellent I really like that I can text or call the director's cell 24/7. They...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Sodalis Tampa is a single-story community located on 6 acres of beautifully landscaped land with opened courtyards and is adjacent to one of Tampa's wetland and conservation areas.This community offers affordable luxury and is just moments from the abundant conveniences of the Greater...

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Oliver Woods Assisted Living and Memory Care

1330 West Oliver Street, Owosso, MI 48867

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
15
15 Photos available
9.6
Review Score
85 reviews

Our mother has been at Oliver Woods for a little over a month. The staff has been very caring and the communication has been great. [ Names Removed] have been very helpful with any questions. We are...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Welcome to Oliver Woods, a Leisure Living Community in Owosso, Michigan. Here, our assisted living option allows seniors to maintain a level of independence while receiving personalized attention for daily needs. For those facing memory impairment, our care team places an emphasis on forming...

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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.