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Best of 2026 Senior Living Award Winners: Independent Living

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.

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Palms at Bonaventure

111 N Wells Rd, Ventura, CA 93004

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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87 Photos available
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3 Floor plans available
9.9
Review Score
46 reviews

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...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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....

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Cogir of Brentwood

150 Cortona Way, Brentwood, CA 94513

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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10
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66 reviews

[name removed] did all the touring, move in paperwork etc and was excellent There are plenty of activities, all staff have been great. Everything is consistently clean and we love the size of my mom's unit...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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...

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Independence Village of Oxford (Waterstone)

701 Market Street, Oxford, MI 48371

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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10
Review Score
328 reviews

I like everything about it. I was just in the hospital and couldn't wait to come back home here to IV Oxford. PT helped me get back on my feet.

Provides: Independent Living
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Welcome to Independence Village! Located within the Waterstone Master Community, we offer innovative care to seniors in Oxford, Michigan. With both Independent Living and Enhanced Living options, our community allows you to maintain your independence and freedom, and we take care of everything...

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Huntley Springs Retirement Resort

11700 Samatha Lane, Huntley, IL 60142

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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12 Floor plans available
10
Review Score
57 reviews

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

Provides: Independent Living
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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...

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Grand Villa of Englewood

925 South River Road, Englewood, FL 34223

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3 Floor plans available
10
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123 reviews

I am very happy to see my loved one being cared for properly at Grand Villa of Englewood. The facilities are clean, the staff are friendly, and the quality of care is exemplary. Thank you for everything you...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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...

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StoryPoint Pickerington

611 Windmiller Dr, Pickerington, OH 43147

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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10
Review Score
83 reviews

The staff always goes out of the way to make you feel welcome is the good part. I'm not sure what could be improved at the moment. I would recommend to others.

Provides: Independent Living
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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...

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Brier Pointe Retirement Community

5911 McCrimmon Parkway, Morrisville, NC 27560

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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10
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30 reviews

Clean environment Super helpful staff Apartment size is big yet comfortable for a one person. I enjoy seeing the residents engage in all the activities. Food is good

Provides: Independent Living
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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...

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Benton House at Oakleaf

417 Oakleaf Plantation Parkway, Jacksonville, FL 32222

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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10
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56 reviews

The staff was generally very helpful with the move-in process and getting orientated to the facility. It’s been less than a week already, but seems to be going very well. I’m looking forward to visiting...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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...

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The Windsor of Lakewood Ranch

8220 Nature's Way, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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10
Review Score
69 reviews

I recommend the Windsor to others. It has been a good experience for my elderly mother. The installers did a great job, they worked efficiently and were very professional.

Provides: Assisted Living
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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...

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Woodlawn Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care

1821 N East St, Hastings, MI 49058

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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10
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88 reviews

Super clean, great atmosphere for residents, and family. Very well ran, everyone is friendly and helpful. My mom has been very well taken care of, and hasn't been happier in a long time. She's safe, happy,...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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...

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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 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.