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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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Independence Village of Brighton Valley

7700 Nemco Way, Brighton, MI 48116

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
Review Score
363 reviews

As far as cost, I guess that type of care is just expensive. Everything was wonderful. The only thing was she was in the special care area and we felt the care people were not responsive very timely. We were...

Provides: Independent Living
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Welcome to Independence Village! Our independent living and enhanced living services allow residents to maintain their independence while providing a nurturing and enjoyable environment. We know it’s the little things in life that make a difference, so we work so hard to make each moment in our...

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Parkwood Independent Living

2700 Parkview Lane, Bedford, TX 76022

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

We were at a facility that went downhill after moving in, so we went shopping again for independent living and found Lightwell. Staff are always accommodating, especially [name removed] and [name removed]....

Provides: Independent Living
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Find award-winning options for independent living at Parkwood Retirement Community. This Life Care Services community in Bedford, Texas offers a beautiful, wooded campus surrounded by greenspace nestled in a quiet neighborhood in Bedford. Parkwood has a genuine, casual environment, where...

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The Magnolia

106 W Main St, Frewsburg, NY 14738

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
Review Score
61 reviews

I would recommend this place to my friends. It is very clean I have never felt so welcome with staff and residents as I have at Magnolia

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Our Community is a newly renovated assisted living offering 24 hour personalized assistance with care and supervision with all the comforts of home. Our home is located on 3+ acres in a tranquil setting and cozy environment, giving our residents the perfect atmosphere of socialization,...

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The Waterford on Huebner

8551 Huebner Road, San Antonio, TX 78240

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
Review Score
158 reviews

I'm in love with my apartment; activity accessibility is very good and plentiful; there is nice variety of menu choices; all staff is personable and helpful...from the bottom to the top. All of us residents,...

Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Independent Living
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Let our desired amenities and convenient services spur you into experiencing an exciting life at The Waterford on Huebner. Our Independent Living community in San Antonio, Texas, features thoughtfully designed studio, one- and two-bedroom floor plans and a full calendar of activities and social...

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Grand Villa of Sarasota

730 South Osprey Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236

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

We love this location and are strongly considering a move in the next year after hearing very positive reviews from our former neighbors that moved in a few months ago. We go to church close by and have many...

Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Grand Villa of Sarasota is a beautifully landscaped, Florida community situated on three lush acres on the Hudson Bayou. It is close to historic and charming downtown Sarasota, which offers residents plenty of excellent shopping and dining options. Residents enjoy our warm, relaxing environment,...

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Copper Springs Retirement Community

3303 East Gary Way, Gilbert, AZ 85234

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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12
12 Floor plans available
9.9
Review Score
39 reviews

I definitely would! My parents love it there. Weekly housekeeping and friendly dining room staff. Also a wide variety of activities.

Provides: Independent Living
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* Beautiful 3 Bedroom 2 bath unit available now! W/D in unit. Fully equipped kitchen. Ice maker in freezer. Large balcony.

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Independence Village of East Lansing

2530 Marfitt Road, East Lansing, MI 48823

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

My mom moved in May and has been so happy with her decision to move in. The activities keep her busy and give her time to socialize with others. She enjoys playing cards with others in the evenings. And the...

Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Independent Living
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Discover personal freedom and spacious apartments at Independence Village of East Lansing, offering exceptional Independent Living services in East Lansing, Michigan. From thoughtfully designed floor plans to world-class services and myriad recreational and social opportunities, residents may...

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Provision Living at East Lansing

6300 Abbot Rd, East Lansing, MI 48823

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
12
12 Photos available
4
4 Floor plans available
9.9
Review Score
27 reviews

The staff is incredibly friendly and attentive, and the facility is very clean and modern. I especially enjoy the occasional live piano performances. I would love to see more variety in the music offerings,...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Autumn Glen

98 N 10th Street, Greencastle, IN 46135

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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4
4 Floor plans available
9.9
Review Score
54 reviews

I currently live at Autumn Glen and I love all the staff and residents who live there. I am grateful to have a safe place to live and everyone is so friendly. Could not have picked a better place to move to...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Enjoy numerous amenities and desired conveniences in the comfort of Autumn Glen, an Assisted Living community in Greencastle, Indiana. An atmosphere of warmth and caring fosters companionship while encouraging independence. Our goal is to enrich the lives of our residents by providing an...

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Carolina Pines Retirement (Fall 2024)

2998 Alamance Rd, Greensboro, NC 27407

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
Review Score
30 reviews

The staff is friendly and very helpful. Everyone from management to food service workers are proactive and take initiative to help when a need is seen. The food is wonderful and provides a variety of...

Provides: Independent Living
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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.