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
Mom and my family had the best experience there. Clean happy full of life. Great entertainment and very welcoming and encouraging all of us in the family to participate. My mother was only there 6 months but...
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
My dad has been living here since end of [Date Removed] of last year. He really likes it. He is in the Cabanas and really likes the feeling of living in a "condo"! The staff are always friendly and...
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...
2998 Alamance Rd, Greensboro, NC 27407
So far Carolina Pines has exceeded all my expectations! The residents are friendly and they look out for each other without infringing on anyone's privacy. The staff is mazing! I cannot say enough good...
380 Salem Turnpike, Bozrah, CT 06334
My daughters helped me find Elmbrook and it has been amazing. Whenever I have any issues with anything, everyone here tells me the truth and gets it fixed right away. I appreciate that. I love that everyone...
Now doing in person tours!Elmbrook Village at Bozrah opened in September 2019. Offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Elmbrook Village was designed to maximize the amount of natural light available and has 115 apartments with a variety of styles. We have some of the largest...
611 Windmiller Dr, Pickerington, OH 43147
My parents are residents of Story Point Pickerington, and I cannot recommend it highly enough. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted by an attentive and caring staff that truly make a difference in the...
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
The staff has been great with communication and help as we navigate this complex new world. We are also utilizing the in house PT/OT company 33 Health, and the home healthcare assistance Synergy and they...
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...
*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.