
Top Independent Living Communities
These are the best independent living communities of 2026, representing the top 1-2% of senior living providers nationwide based on reviews. Families and residents celebrated the friendly staff, beautiful facilities, delicious food, and engaging activities.
111 N Wells Rd, Ventura, CA 93004

Having my sister at The Palms give me great-peace-of-mind. The staff treats her like family member. They are attentive kinds and professional. I receive regular updates on how my sister is doing and my...
The Palms is beautifully designed with spacious common areas to enjoy with family and friends. Our elegant dining room serves three chef-prepared meals every day. Activities are an integral part of the lifestyle at The Palms and include arts, crafts, table games, fitness classes, and outings....
150 Cortona Way, Brentwood, CA 94513
Cogir of Brentwood is wonderful place. Very attentive staff, very clean, friendly with plenty of activities. Food selection good too. Really love the place. Apartments are nice too.
When you join our community in Brentwood, Calif., we’ll surround you with upscale residential beauty and the most plush comforts and conveniences you can find in assisted living. Our assisted living lifestyle provides all the independence you want and a helping hand when you need it. We can get...
11700 Samatha Lane, Huntley, IL 60142
Huntley has many activities, the staff is very helpful and caring, the residents are very friendly. I am very happy here. They keep e everything neat and clean
Huntley Springs, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, is NOW OPEN! We offer all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy your retirement.Huntley Spring's top-notch, all-inclusive services and amenities includes EVERYTHING you need to live in comfort and...
925 South River Road, Englewood, FL 34223
Grand Villa of Englewood’s memory care is wonderful! The community is totally renovated, bright, and welcoming. Our Mom is in memory care and we feel so at ease knowing she is safe, engaged, and truly cared...
Welcome to the new Grand Villa of Englewood, our lovely assisted living community in quaint Englewood, Florida, located minutes from the Gulf of Mexico. Grand Villa is a resort style community with fabulous features and amenities, designed to help our residents enjoy life to the fullest! The...
14901 Carey Road, Carmel, IN 46033
It’s a smaller facility, and each staff member truly knows every resident’s name and story—it’s impressive. We toured several facilities in the area, and Magnolia stood out for offering the best balance of...
>The Magnolia Springs WayWho says moving to a senior living community means giving up your sense of independence? Magnolia Springs embraces the fact you are your own person, different, unique, one-of-a-kind—with your own lifestyle, pursuits, and hopes for the future. Even better, we celebrate...
611 Windmiller Dr, Pickerington, OH 43147
Moving here has made me feel safe and welcomed. I have been able to progress physically by utilizing therapy partnerships that are available. When I came here, I considered it my home away from home, but now...
Welcome to StoryPoint Pickerington! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our community offers independent living, where we strive to make every moment of every day something special. We know...
5911 McCrimmon Parkway, Morrisville, NC 27560
My folks have lived at brier Pointe retirement community for over eight months and really love living there. The residence are all friendly. The staff is a tentative. The building is only a few years old and...
Brier Pointe, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, is currently under construction on McCrimmon Parkway in Morrisville. We look forward to opening brand new during the Summer of 2022! Brier Pointe will offer all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy...
417 Oakleaf Plantation Parkway, Jacksonville, FL 32222
Everyone was very helpful. Maintenance found a bed frame for dad, we only had to buy a mattress. Reception was always friendly and willing to help in anyway. He enjoyed the food and the activities. He made...
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. Call or drop by to see what makes Benton House at Oakleaf the most desired in the...
8220 Nature's Way, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
We had the absolute best experience. The staff was so friendly and caring and the same staff members were there the entire time my dad was there. We got to know them very well because we went to visit my dad...
The Windsor is a licensed assisted living residence dedicated to providing quality services in a warm, comfortable environment. We offer professional, personalized services designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve. At The Windsor, we are dedicated to each resident's...
1821 N East St, Hastings, MI 49058
The staff is very friendly and very accommodating! I enjoy the guests I come into contact with. I also enjoy the activities! My favorite activity is bingo! I love winning the candy. It always smells good and...
Woodlawn Meadows, a Leisure Living Community, is located in Hastings, Michigan. Here, we’re passionate about serving our senior-living residents and sharing life’s journey together. Offering assisted living and memory care options, our purpose is to provide high-quality senior lifestyle services...
*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.
The best independent 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 highly rated featured communities represent the top 2-3% of independent living providers nationwide.