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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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Hammond Square

128 Walnut Lane, North Augusta, SC 29860

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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88 reviews

Mama was there only about a month before she passed away through no fault of theirs. We feel she was well taken care of. Food and activities were good and she enjoyed them. Workers were all pleasant and as...

Provides: Assisted Living
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At Hammond Place, our senior living community, we develop individual care plans to meet the needs of our residents. A full-time registered nurse is available 24 hours a day to provide clinical oversight and coordination of care. We welcome pets and help our residents thrive in mind and body by...

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Addison Place

2244 Q Ave, New Castle, IN 47362

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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26 reviews

I can’t say enough good things about the staff here at Addison. I was a ship without a sail in a very difficult situation with my elderly parent when the staff at Addison stepped in with knowledgeable and...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Addison Place is a vibrant assisted living community located in the small farming community of New Castle Indiana. We are in a quiet residential neighborhood on the east side of town, one mile directly west of Baker Park. Our staff understands how important our dogs and cats are to us and we are...

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Crestwood Village Assisted Living and Memory Care

2378 S. Lincoln Rd, Mount Pleasant, MI 48858

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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74 reviews

The caregivers are hard workers, very warm call me by name. The executive staff have been really top-notch. As much as I hated giving up our home I'm comfortable here.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
See all StoryPoint Group, LLC communities

Welcome to Crestwood Village, a Leisure Living Community in Mount Pleasant, 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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Springvale Assisted Living and Memory Care

4276 Kroger Dr., Swartz Creek, MI 48473

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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90 reviews

Springvale Assisted Living is great. The facilities are top notch. The staff is incredible. They do a great job providing the residents with lots of activities and interesting events that are exciting to the...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Springvale, a Leisure Living Community, is located in Swartz Creek, Michigan. Here, we’re dedicated to serving our senior-living residents and sharing life’s journey together. With assisted living and memory care options, our purpose is to provide high-quality senior lifestyle services that...

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Whispering Pines Village

937 East Park Ave, Columbiana, OH 44408

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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74 reviews

I’ve been here for about three years or so. Every time I came to visit them out of town I’m so happy that he lives at West Pine. He couldn’t have found a nice place to move to. Facility looks like brand new...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Follow your heart to Whispering Pines Village, where desired amenities and convenient services give our residents a sense of home the minute they arrive. Our Independent Living and Assisted Living community in Columbiana, OH offers a relaxed atmosphere of warmth and caring in the “City with the...

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Elan Corpus Christi

5441 Lipes Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX 78413

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

Please keep in mind that my husband was only there for 3 days before he passed, therefore; my experience with them was very limited. The staff working in the memory care unit are very kind, compassionate and...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Tuscany Villa of Naples

8901 Tamiami Trail E, Naples, FL 34113

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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62 reviews

The staff were unbelievable . My friend was very happy and that made me feel that Tuscany was the right choice. Working with you and the Tuscany staff made it so much easier for me. I 'll definitely...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Tuscany Villa of Naples is a beautiful retirement community, offering assisted living apartments. Step inside our doors, and discover charming retirement living, with a historic grace reminiscent of Old Naples. Personal touches create a community rich in hospitality and friendship — a...

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Genesis Village

2429 S. Reynolds Road, Toledo, OH 43614

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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278 reviews

When I moved in I was given a person to get me and make sure I was befriended and at ease. I was introduced around and given another tour. Everyone hear has been pleasant. Front desk treat you as if, you...

Provides: Independent Living

Genesis Village is an active senior living community designed for people 55+ that includes exclusive amenities unlike any you’ll find in Northwest Ohio.Locally owned and operated, our 172,000 square foot community sits on over 10 partially wooded acres and offers 162 spacious apartments. Genesis...

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Cypress Court

1255 N Broadway, Escondido, CA 92026

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

So far it's a five and the only comment I can give really is that my mom is only been in there for a little over a month!! We are at a disadvantage to give you long-term comments on how great they are, but...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Cypress Court embraces the wonderful climate North County San Diego has to offer. Nestled in Escondido, California, we are centrally located near shopping, entertainment, theaters, and all the conveniences of a thriving town. As you walk through our doors, you will feel an immediate sense of...

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9.8
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59 reviews

CSM is a magical place. I’m a long time visitor and I have seen how residents blossom and thrive at Charlotte. There is a welcoming feeling from the time you walk through the front door and everyone is...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
See all ProMedica Senior Care communities

ProMedica Charlotte Stephenson Manor is a licensed Assisted Living Community that combines the resources of secure housing, personalized services and a continuum of healthcare designed to meet the needs of those who require help with daily living. Older adults who want to preserve the highest...

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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.