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.
2 Chester Turnpike, Allenstown, NH 03275
All 5's . My brother thinks he is in heaven! Great food! Lots of social events. Very responsive nursing staff. Readily available PT.
Hillsbrook Village at Allenstown has 119 apartments of senior living suited for independent, assisted and memory care living. Whether you are interested in having a respite from cleaning, cooking and home maintenance but need no or little care, or, you need some assistance with daily living or...
7401 Seville Drive, Amarillo, TX 79121
[name removed] is very happy here. The staff is very helpful, and the food is delicious. I would recommend this facility to anyone. Thank you.
Great Care for Now, Great Care for LaterIf you’re looking to put a little more life into your senior living, our community provides assisted living and memory care services to seniors in Amarillo. You’ll find us in a wonderful home-like property nestled in the beautiful neighborhood of Sleepy...
12800 Spruce Tree Way, Raleigh, NC 27614
I loved the staff. They genuinely want the residents to succeed and work with individual families to add services if needed so that people can age in place. There are many add on services available--PT, OT,...
The Gardens at Wakefield provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.The Gardens at Wakefield is located in Raleigh, NC, the capital and second largest city in the state. The community is conveniently located in the northeast corner of Raleigh with close proximity to...
115 Benton Lane, Saint Augustine, FL 32092
My mom enjoyed her 2 week respite stay. Staff and everyone that works there super kind and friendly. They even put a bit of decor in her room for her short stay. Her only "complaints" were that food is...
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 of St. Johns the most desired in the...
345 Lear Road, Avon Lake, OH 44012
I would say that my only criticism isn't a criticism of them as much as it is a criticism of the industry itself. All the extra services cost a lot. My mom, unfortunately, took a drastic turn for the worse,...
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...
4715 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60641
Staff are friendly and helpful, as are residents. Our apartment unit will be very comfortable once we get it settled. The food is good, served to order from a menu with daily specials. We're glad we chose...
Clarendale Six Corners is Chicago's most anticipated senior living community now open for you to experience! On a triangular corner of Six Corners in Northwest Chicago, Illinois, you’ll discover 10 floors of casual sophistication, superb hospitality services and great amenities.You'll enjoy...
9633 Valley View Rd, Macedonia, OH 44056
Everyone is very friendly and helpful, especially at meals. My only concern is with maintenance and housekeeping who do not seem well organized. They seem to often require follow up to get things done....
Reach a pinnacle in life at Summit Point, where thoughtfully designed floor plans and myriad recreational and social opportunities keep our residents happy and active. The Macedonia, Ohio, Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care community provides a relaxed atmosphere of warmth and...
1200 King Street, Rye Brook, NY 10573
Much bigger than I thought, most of the people who live or work here are. Friendly, dinning room service is good as well as the food,
At Atria Rye Brook, you'll have countless opportunities to socialize and learn through a full calendar of activities. Visit our pottery studio complete with potter's wheel and kiln, on-site hair salon and barber shop, media room with large-screen TV and year-round indoor and outdoor pools. Atria...
1820 South 75th Street, West Allis, WI 53214
She states she is happy where she is. Feels safe and well protected. Only compliant is that she is not always pleased with the food - but I know you can't please everyone! Overall good experience, & when she...
Library Square is a Sinceri Senior Living community in the heart of West Allis, Wisconsin. With friendly neighbors such as the West Allis Public Library, the West Allis Senior Center, and the Milwaukee VA Medical Center, seniors can enjoy numerous lifestyle activities in our community or around...
9540 E 75th St, Raytown, MO 64138
I am very satisfied with our move to Elliott Place Senior Living. The facility has more than exceeded my expectations. Although it's an adjustment to down size, etc. it provided much more space than any...
Living at Elliott Place gives our residents every opportunity to keep active, stay involved and age gracefully. Enhance your lifestyle while taking advantage of the great Opportunities Elliott Place Retirement Community offers! Home Cooked Meals Our chefs plan meals that are similar to ones that...
*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.