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.
121 Reserve Way, Williamsburg, VA 23185
Everything has been excellent. The staff are friendly and responsive and most residents we've spoken to are very happy there.
Discover the unparalleled joys of retirement living at Verena at the Reserve!Nestled just minutes away from Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia, our all-inclusive 55+ independent living community’s gourmet dining, social activities, and lush tree-filled grounds are sure to impress. Our all-inclusive...
9255 US-42, Union, KY 41091
5-spacious, expensive apartment, plenty of activities, great food but that location doesn't have a memory care unit. Additional services like medicine administration, night checks, etc. All service where by...
Welcome to StoryPoint Union! We are so thrilled to be a part of this beautiful community in Kentucky, offering independent and enhanced living options to seniors in the surrounding areas. With a team of dedicated individuals to help support all their needs, our residents can spend their...
405 SE 13th Avenue, Aledo, IL 61231
I currently live here and I love it. They help me when I need them too. Everyone is friendly and funny. The help me a lot and get to me where I need to go. I have a wonderful room and I wouldn’t trade it.
A gracious affordable assisted lifestyle community for the older adult. At Brookstone of Aledo, you'll enjoy friendly neighbors to share common life experiences and an active community full of choices. In the privacy of your own apartment which has been conveniently designed for senior living,...
2701 Magnolia Springs Dr, Lexington, KY 40511
Move in day was a little rough as the apartment had not been cleaned. It took a few weeks to make [name removed] understand that she had to call for any needs, they don't routinely just drop by in assisted...
Who 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 it! Each and every day....
220 Donahue Manor Rd, Bedford, PA 15522
it is difficult to speak to provider. Asked multiple times to speak to the provider about concerns. I am a hospital nurse and have seen places and patients with illness from facilities. Colonial Courtyard in...
The Colonial Courtyard at Bedford is ideally situated for senior citizens who are still young enough to enjoy what the great outdoors has to offer. Set against a lovely mountainous backdrop in central Pennsylvania, it is senior living for the nature lover at its very best! Known for gorgeous...
777 Church Street, Lake Zurich, IL 60047
I'd go there. It's bougie. The staff is highly qualified and friendly. It's not too big or not too small. Has a great memory care option. Location and location to the hospital. Atmosphere. Staff. Price. ...
Cedar Lake Assisted Living & Memory Care is the premier assisted living community located in southwestern Lake County approximately 37 miles from downtown Chicago. We offer Assisted Living, Transitional Memory Care, and Dementia/Memory Care. Cedar Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care will put...
560 Fairmount Ave, Jamestown, NY 14701
Recently moved Dad back home from out of state. The staff at Tanglewood Manor made the transition so easy! Dad is so happy being back, closer to family etc. This facility is clean, with an amazing staff....
Tanlgewood Manor, a licensed Assisted Living facility, has been “home” to many since opening its doors in 1984. Residents at Tanglewood quickly feel relaxed and comfortable surrounded by folks who make them feel like family, while still enjoying their outside connections to community activities...
380 Salem Turnpike, Bozrah, CT 06334
Elmbrook Village was an excellent choice for my mom. She was just there five months as she recently passed away. I would rate them 5 in all categories. They are quick to resolve any identified problems or...
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...
100 Magnolia Trace Way, Palm Coast, FL 32164
I can’t say enough good things about The Grand Villa, now The Opal of Palm Coast, and the people who cared for my mom there during the last few months of her life. I was told by others that I would never be...
Welcome to Grand Villa of Palm Coast! Our beautiful community offers seniors aging in place options with Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care. We are able to customize a care plan for each resident. Our community is decorated with fine furnishings, stunning artwork and more often...
9651 Barkley St, Overland Park, KS 66212
My three year residency has been filled with friendship and fellowship and I continue to be amazed by this community. The variety of activities, the quality of meals, the cleanliness of the community, and...
Affordable conveniences re-imagined for those 55 years and better.More amenities usually means more money in independent living, but at Novel Place you don't have to give up your entire life savings to get the conveniences you desire. Your monthly rent includes dining, light housekeeping,...
*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.