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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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Atria Stamford

77 3rd Street, Stamford, CT 06905

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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12
12 Floor plans available
9.8
Review Score
97 reviews

After visiting a number of places my daughter and I chose Atria for my wife of 55 years. This was a very sad moment but one that was necessary. The Atria facilities and people have been marvelous. The...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Atria Stamford has served the families of Fairfield County since 2007. With a continuing commitment to quality, the community is undergoing an extensive renovation and expansion to enhance beauty and functionality. Once complete, residents will enjoy a host of exciting new spaces and amenities,...

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Barrington Terrace

1425 S Congress Ave, Boynton Beach, FL 33426

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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6 Floor plans available
9.8
Review Score
80 reviews

All are 5 my brother would of still been there if he behaved. The place is beautiful and the staff are friendly and caring. Yes, we would recommend Barrington Terrace at Boynton Beach

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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We partially participate with MEDICAID.US News & World Report, Year 2023 & years past, named Barrington Terrace as Best of Senior Living by achieving a perfect 5 out of 5 rating!!AHCA awarded Barrington Terrace with Assisted Living Quality Award in 2017. Our 2024 State Survey revealed...

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Vista Veranda

141 Chestnut Hill Drive, Ravenna, OH 44266

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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6 Floor plans available
9.8
Review Score
99 reviews

Everyone is so kind and helpful. It can't be beat. My brother-in-law was here before and he loved it too. This is the place to go. I especially love the food!

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Vista Veranda provides both assisted living and memory care for those with Alzheimer's or other dementias. We are located at the north end of the small town of Ravenna in northeastern Ohio. We are a small single level community with many amenities and services to offer seniors in our area.Our...

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The Wellington at Conroe

500 River Pointe Drive, Conroe, TX 77304

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3 Floor plans available
9.8
Review Score
105 reviews

My mom enjoys living at The Wellington. It's clean, quiet and peaceful. All staff are friendly and helpful. There encourage a lot of independence in their independent living - you can even paint your...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Find a new you at The Wellington at Conroe, offering Independent Living and Assisted Living services in Conroe, Texas. Our community invites residents to appreciate the benefit of living in a community that puts you first. Residents choose from a number of floor plans, all of which strike the...

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Brookdale Meridian Westland

10695 West 17th Avenue, Lakewood, CO 80215

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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81 reviews

A few comments about Ciel of Applewood - The senior staff is outstanding and with long tenures. The housekeeping and kitchen staff are more fluid as is typical in such communities Can not speak of care...

Provides: Independent Living
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The Luxury of IndependenceNestled within the charming city of Lakewood, Colorado, you’ll discover an independent living community that feels more like a resort. Brimming with luxury services and amenities like an on-campus bistro, putting green, billiards room, and more, you can soak up the best...

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Grace Manor Suites

4620 N. Socrum Loop Road, Lakeland, FL 33809

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
Review Score
70 reviews

[name removed] was very good communicating with us throughout the whole process. She even visited our mom while she was still in skilled nursing during her rehab. Grace Manor has been so easy to work with...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living Care for Seniors with the Warmth of Southern Hospitality in North Lakeland with a decade of care and local ownership. We offer inclusive monthly pricing and there isn't a buy-in here, adding peace of mind. Grace Manor Suites is a warm, inviting home for seniors that offers...

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Independence Village of Aurora

505 South Chillicothe Road, Aurora, OH 44202

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
Review Score
337 reviews

My husband & i were received here with much friendliness. Everyone we talked to was very helpful. We have lived here for 2 years + would highly recommend it to all.

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Welcome to Independence Village! Offering an array of services and amenities, residents can choose from independent living and assisted living. We understand it’s the small details in life that make a difference, which is why we strive to make each moment of every day something remarkable...

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The Terrace at The Glen at Hiland Meadows

71 Longview Drive, Queensbury, NY 12804

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.7
Review Score
46 reviews

The entire staff is professional, compassionate and they all seem to like their jobs! My mother is getting wonderful care there. It is beautiful and my mom enjoys the food. I can't think of anything they can...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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There is a difference in assisted living ... it's called The Terrace at The Glen. If someone you love needs help with everyday activities, you can feel secure knowing that there's a community that offers peace of mind -- both for you and your loved one. With 43 private apartments (with...

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Apple Blossom

125 Apple Blossom Way, Coraopolis, PA 15108

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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6 Floor plans available
9.8
Review Score
53 reviews

The care team is overworked and understaffed. While most caregivers are great, there aren't enough to meet demand. My loved one has expressed that response times are slow, particularly for transport back to...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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The Fountains at Greenbriar

2100 S Swope Dr, Independence, MO 64057

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

I think all 5. My dad liked it he just didn't like being ill. Everything we needed was done for us. Yes, we would recommend The Fountains community to other families based on the experience,

Provides: Independent Living
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The Fountains at Greenbriar offers extraordinary rental retirement living in a quaint, suburban setting that is ideally located to all the area has to offer. Improve your swing at a nearby golf course. Enjoy a dinner theater performance in Kansas City. Explore the collections of fine art at area...

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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.