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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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Terra Vista of Oakbrook Terrace

1635 S Ardmore Ave, Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
Review Score
89 reviews

Terra Vista of Oak Brook Terrace would be a 5! What a difference of a privately owned company who doesn't use any agencies to source their staff. They are all hand picked to ensure they have the "care giving...

Provides: Memory Care

Terra Vista of Oakbrook Terrace is changing the view on Alzheimer's care. We have recognized that a diagnosis of dementia for a loved one is a diagnosis for the whole family. We believe that keeping a family connected is imperative to not only providing the best possible, personalized care to the...

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Sunrise of Montgomery Village

19310 Club House Road, Gaithersburg, MD 20886

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
Review Score
96 reviews

The staff is very attentive and caring. They have a lot of patience in situations that are often difficult. The apartments were beautifully designed-more storage space than we had thought. Residents in...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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The moment you walk through our door, you'll feel at home. From our warm, inviting fireplace to our cozy, family-like atmosphere, Sunrise at Montgomery Village is a step above the typical senior residence. For the past fifteen years, our caring and experienced staff has been helping seniors live...

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Cedar Bluff Assisted Living and Memory Care

354 Matlock Rd, Mansfield, TX 76063

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
Review Score
116 reviews

The staff is more like friends always friendly and helpful. I have been here for about 4 months and would recommend for anyone looking for a new place to call home. Stop by and see for yourself. We are...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Cedar Bluff Assisted Living and Memory Care is located in Mansfield, TX, across the street from Mansfield Methodist Hospital at the corner of Broad and Matlock. We are a part of the Frontier Management family of senior housing communities. Our community has 98 total apartments, 61 in Assisted...

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Sunflower Springs - Trinity

2300 Welbilt Blvd, Trinity, FL 34655

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
Review Score
72 reviews

Good- staff is always friendly. Not so great is the response time to get assistance. 911 got there quicker than the staff when help was needed at night. Food choices could be better. The written menu...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Park Meadows Senior Living

5901 W. 107th Street, Overland Park, KS 66207

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3 Floor plans available
9.5
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176 reviews

My sister enjoyed her time at Aventura. The facility was very clean and well maintained. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The PT was very helpful and caring. Her apartment was very nice and the rooms...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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We can’t wait for you to call Park Meadows Senior Living in Overland Park, Kansas, home. This Kansas City suburb offers Midwestern charm alongside big city venues, cultural centers, and museums set against a backdrop almost as pastoral as a John Steuart Curry painting. With nearly 45 golf courses...

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Copperfield Hill

4200 40th Avenue North, Robbinsdale, MN 55422

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
Review Score
123 reviews

The fours were mostly due to one of the aides that stands out to us in comparison to the rest, not as friendly and accommodating. Nurse [name removed] is exceptional. Truly wants what is best for resident...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Copperfield Hill offers Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care. Our community is situated 'in the heart of Robbinsdale'. Robin Center and Crystal Lake are located just next door and North Memorial hospital is 1-mile south of Copperfield Hill. Our location offers convenience both to...

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Sunrise of Wayne

184 Berdan Avenue, Wayne, NJ 07470

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
Review Score
71 reviews

Some of the staff there have been there over 20 years. Which to me means a lot to me. They go out of their way to help. I get updates via text messages or phone calls. Relatives came to visit and were...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...

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The Ashton on Dorsey

1105 Dorsey Lane, Louisville, KY 40223

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.4
Review Score
55 reviews

The facility is very attractive and well kept. Staff members are very friendly and know the residents by name. Memory Care residents are kept very safe. Food is good, and alternative selections are available...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Dealing with the realities of aging can be challenging—from physical limitations and medical issues to cognitive changes and more. No matter where you are in your story, we know that finding the right senior living experience is paramount. At The Ashton on Dorsey, we’re dedicated to helping you...

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Grand Villa of Lakeland

2111 Lakeland Hills Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33805

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3
3 Floor plans available
9.5
Review Score
156 reviews

I recently moved my mom from a different memory care facility. When I say night and day difference, I mean it completely! From the first tour, to move in day, to daily living I have seen a huge improvement...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Welcome to the new Grand Villa of Lakeland! Our lovely assisted living and memory care community in Lakeland, Florida, is centrally located between Orlando and Tampa. Grand Villa is a resort style community with fabulous features and amenities designed to help our residents enjoy life to the...

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The Avalon of Lewis Center

8875 Green Meadows Dr, Lewis Center, OH 43035

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
Review Score
55 reviews

We could not be happier with Avalon. From the very beginning the staff went out of their way to help mom feel welcomed and a part of the community. All the staff is very friendly and personable. They have...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Welcome to The Avalon of Lewis Center!If you’re looking for a community that understands and honors you as a unique individual, you’ve come to the right place. We understand you probably have many questions, and we’re here to help make the process as simple and straightforward as possible. In...

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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.