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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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The Waterford at Decatur

475 Irvin Ct, Decatur, GA 30030

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
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75 reviews

They have encouraged him to interact with the community and we would recommend The Waterford at Decatur to other families based on the experience

Provides: Memory Care
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The Madeline of Decatur is a specialized memory care community that was purposefully built, by design, solely to serve residents with Alzheimer’s and related dementias. Both the physical layout and care model enable us to provide a safe and loving environment for our residents to thrive.Each...

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The Village A ProMedica Senior Living Community

215 Huber Village Blvd, Westerville, OH 43081

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

Families should know that the Promedica facility where I stayed last year [date removed] was very comfortable. It was my home away from home for about 2 weeks.

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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A most distinguished senior living community Welcome to The Village, a distinctive and gracious senior living residence. We are nestled in the charming community of Westerville on the northeast outskirts of Columbus, Ohio. This historic village features a beautifully restored “uptown,” many...

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Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Pikesville

8909 Reisterstown Road, Pikesville, MD 21208

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
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46 reviews

The staff is nice. Sometimes they are hard to find, when needed. The food is pretty good. We have had many items misplaced, which is normal. I just don't understand when they do laundry they don't check the...

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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The Birches at Harleysville

691 Main Street, Harleysville, PA 19438

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
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127 reviews

Overall, the staff is very nice and my mom is adapting to her new place. The maintenance is poor and needs much improvement ; I've had to clean the bathroom in my mothers room bc it's always dirty, I...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Need assistance with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing or medication management? At The Birches at Arbour Square Personal Care and Dementia Care Community located on a 20-acre campus in Harleysville, PA, you will find all the services you need to live a healthy and happy life. The...

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Brookdale Forest Grove

3110 19th Avenue, Forest Grove, OR 97116

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
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69 reviews

The food here is improving some, I go to activities, and play bingo and help decorate. Some med techs need to follow through. The building is nice and clean. I look forward to better things to come I’m here...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Redefine your independence with a little bit of help and a lot of living.Here at our personal care community just west of Portland in Forest Grove, Oregon, you can take control of your time and do the things you want to do. Whether that’s pursuing an old passion like music or learning something...

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Belmar Oakland

5990 N Adams Rd, Troy, MI 48098

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
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83 reviews

Very friendly staff, mostly responsive and seemed to be very caring. Disappointed on how long it is taken us to get a landline phone connected in the room. We moved her in in [Date Removed] and here it is...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

There comes a time in one’s life when assistance is as welcome as it is a necessity. At Windemere Park of Oakland, the one you love is our VIP. It is our profession and our pleasure to provide dignity, comfort and compassion with customized care 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Windemere is a...

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The Enclave at Anthem Senior Living

42015 N Venture Dr, Anthem, AZ 85086

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
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69 reviews

[name removed] at Enclave Anthem was amazing! Facility was clean, bright and all the employees were very friendly. Room was nicely updated, bathroom was big with enough room for a walker. Activities looked...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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We can't wait for you to call The Enclave at Anthem Senior Living, in Anthem, Arizona, home. This small-town packs a punch when it comes to majestic vistas, massive open space areas, and best-in-class shopping. With nearly 200 golf courses in the area it's a golfer's dream. In addition, you're...

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Clarendale Clayton

7651 Clayton Rd, Clayton, MO 63117

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
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29 reviews

I came here temporarily for about three months due to injury and wheelchair confinement. I am 79, and my wife and I are not ready for this full-time yet. Have recently feared the trepidation I would feel...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Manor At Market Square

803 Penn St, Reading, PA 19601

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

My experience here has been wonderful. I was here to work hard to get my strength. The therapy program with [name removed] is amazing. I am standing and walking on my own. They really motivated me. My studio...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Manor at Market Square is truly a gem in the heart of Reading, PA. If you're looking for a community that exudes a friendly and fun atmosphere while still providing the little extra assistance when you need it, you're in the right place. Catering to both independent living and residents who...

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Maple Ridge Senior Living

35300 Kaiser Ct, Willoughby, OH 44094

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
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85 reviews

All facilities have a problem with staffing. Maple Ridge is not exempt. The quality of food is good. There are times I question the choice of food for dementia patients.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Maple Ridge Senior Living offers assisted living and memory care services to seniors in northeastern Ohio. We are near the shores of Lake Erie and have many parks and recreational options in our area. We are close enough to Cleveland for an easy afternoon drive to enjoy all of the dining and...

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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.