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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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Julian Woods Retirement

421 Overlook Rd Ext, Arden, NC 28704

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
Review Score
25 reviews

My sister has now been At Julian Woods for approximately 18 months. The facility was brand new when she moved in and did not achieved full occupancy since that time they have filled up and celebrated their...

Provides: Independent Living
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Julian Woods Retirement CommunityJulian Woods Retirement Community is South Asheville’s beautiful brand new senior living community! Opened in May 2024 in Arden NC, Julian Woods has 128 apartments for adults 55 and over — including studio, one, two, and three-bedroom apartments with a variety of...

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Independence Village of Avon Lake

345 Lear Road, Avon Lake, OH 44012

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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173 reviews

The staff at Independence Village of Avon Lake are wonderful. The facility is very clean. Apartments are a good size. There are a ton of activities available to participate in. It is an active community.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Welcome to Independence Village! Our community offers independent living, assisted living and memory care services. With these specially designed living options, our residents can maintain their independence and also get the support they need when it’s the most essential. This is why we work to...

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The Lodge at White Bear, A Sky Active Living Community

3666 East County Line North, White Bear Lake, MN 55110

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
Review Score
111 reviews

Everyone here, from staff to residents are so considerate! We have all kinds of activities every day, bingo and Spintopia are my favorites. I haven't been here long but I'm already great friends with the...

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Provides: Independent Living
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The Lodge at White Bear, A Sky Active is nestled in beautiful, secluded woods overlooking a modest lake. We offer small town charm with big city attractions. Healthcare, shopping, dining, golf and entertainment are all just minutes from your front door, and we're a short drive from the Twin...

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Lucas Court

2910 Toccoa Rd., Beaumont, TX 77703

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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151 reviews

I thought Lucas Court was a wonderful and safe place for my Mom to live. The employees were all so nice and took the time to chat with everyone they came in contact with. The Nurses and Aides did a great...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Lucas Place is an award winning assisted living community in Beaumont, Texas. Beaumont is known for its many museums, the South Texas State Fair, Beaumont Jazz & Blues Fest and the annual Dog Jam rock concerts. We provide outings and transportation so that residents can enjoy these community...

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Holiday Glenville

2 Tryon Avenue, Glenville, NY 12302

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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68 reviews

It was a very positive experience. My relative is getting really quality care. There are meals provided, housekeeping and a variety of fun social activities. You are allowed to join in on the activities and...

Provides: Independent Living
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Holiday at the Atrium provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Our all-inclusive month-to-month rent covers: - Private apartment suites - Daily chef-prepared meals from scratch - A variety of enriching activities - Maintenance-free living - Weekly housekeeping...

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Heritage at The Plains at Parish Homestead

163 Heritage Circle, Oneonta, NY 13820

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
Review Score
98 reviews

I can't say enough about how friendly and helpful the staff have been...from director [name removed] to the ladies at the front desk, everyone has been wonderful and more than willing to be helpful with...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Holiday Thornton Place

2901 Southwest Armstrong Ave, Topeka, KS 66614

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
Review Score
101 reviews

The food is very good. We eat a lot of chicken which I believe almost everybody's getting tired of but okay. For just being there for I think 4 months, it's very nice, very nice. Everybody's cool. I don't...

Provides: Independent Living
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Thornton Place provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled within gorgeously landscaped grounds in the Flint Hills, you'll love the grandeur of Thornton Place while enjoying all the conveniences of nearby Topeka. We're just minutes from shopping, dining,...

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Holiday Simi Hills

950 Sunset Garden Ln, Simi Valley, CA 93065

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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67 reviews

From the moment you walk up the red-carpet entrance and enter the building, the atmosphere is warm, welcoming, and elegant. It feels more like a beautiful resort or upscale hotel than a typical senior living...

Provides: Independent Living
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Simi Hills provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Located in one of the safest suburbs in the country, you'll enjoy our stunning views of the Santa Monica Mountains and the tasteful elegance of our community. Residents also appreciate the convenience of being...

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Forest Glen Assisted Living

29601 Amerihost Dr., Dowagiac, MI 49047

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
Review Score
70 reviews

[name removed] and staff have been a great help as our parents have adjusted to assisted living. Always willing to assist parent + all of us with our needs. Always Kind & that is noticed by all.

Provides: Assisted Living
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At Forest Glen, a Leisure Living Community in Dowagiac, Michigan, residents can relax under the pergola on a sunny summer day or keep warm next to the fireplace in the winter. Our assisted living residents experience the joys of everyday life in a continuing care environment, living in the local...

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Lakeview Terrace Assisted Living

9494 Paden Rd., Lakeview, MI 48850

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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80 reviews

Lakeview Terrace Assisted Living is a wonderful facility for our mother. Staff is amazing, family atmosphere, beautiful courtyard and living experience. Very thankful for them and their care.

Provides: Assisted Living
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Welcome to Lakeview Terrace, a Leisure Living Community in Lakeview, Michigan. Here, our assisted living option allows seniors to maintain a level of independence while receiving personalized attention for daily needs. For those facing memory impairment, our care team places an emphasis on...

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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.