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.
350 E. International Speedway Blvd., DeLand, FL 32724
Staff very friendly. Plenty room in the apartment. She likes the food and we would recommend Grand Villa to other families
Grand Villa is a gorgeous assisted living and memory care community that is located in sunny DeLand, Volusia County, Florida. Residents are able to enjoy getting in the pool or even going to the community library to get a good book to read. There are barbecue amenities that are available in the...
201 Overland Dr, Greenwood, SC 29646
I am a great friend of one of the residents at Emerald Gardens and I enjoy visiting my friend often. Every time I visit I observe how clean and well kept everything is. The staff is attentive to all the...
Emerald Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care is in the heart of Greenwood, SC and have been serving Seniors for over 25 years. We are two blocks from Self Regional Healthcare and many other medical specialist in our area. We offer a wide array of services, amenities and activities that...
3911 E State Hwy D, Springfield, MO 65809
I have been coming to Turners Rock for over 4 years now and I come to visit friends and dine with friends. I also now really enjoy volunteering with the activities department and love working with the people...
Our community is designed to meet your individual needs and give you the freedom to be yourself. We offer the best in independent senior living, assisted living and memory care from a family-owned company that knows connection is everything.
2985 North G Street, San Bernardino, CA 92405
The staff are always cheerful as well as helpful. We have enjoyed their special events like the wine tasting, Christmas holiday celebration as well as Easter. All though my aunt cannot attend the outside...
Our community is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and our leasing office is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., 7 days a week. In person tours daily. Nestled in the scenic foothills of southern California, The Villas at San Bernardino embodies the heart of exceptional senior living. Offering a...
1776 NE 26th St, Wilton Manors, FL 33305
We are very grateful for the care my parents received at Williamsburg Landings. The team was consistently kind, compassionate, and welcoming, treating our family with genuine respect. Special thanks to the...
As an assisted living residence, Williamsburg Landing is committed to offering the full continuum of care. Our assisted living programs are designed for residents who cannot live independently, yet do not require skilled nursing care. Our dedicated staff provides assistance with daily activities...
14901 Carey Road, Carmel, IN 46033
I give 5 for everything! They are amazing!! The staff have all been awesome, everyone is soo friendly!! It's very clean and well kept, my moms apartment is always clean too, trash emptied, she is in clean...
>The Magnolia Springs WayWho says moving to a senior living community means giving up your sense of independence? Magnolia Springs embraces the fact you are your own person, different, unique, one-of-a-kind—with your own lifestyle, pursuits, and hopes for the future. Even better, we celebrate...
5842 S Taft St, Littleton, CO 80127
I visit my grandfather often, and I love staying for every meal! The dining room staff is so friendly and helpful. I have never had a bad meal, either. So many options even for a picky eater like me. The...
Engage, Enjoy and Live!Affordable, lavish & amenity filled independent living made simple. Let us take care of your needs, so you can enjoy the important things in life.Sky Pointe Retirement Resort is a beautiful new Resort Lifestyle Community coming to Littleton, CO late 2018. Sky Pointe...
2795 Kirby Whitten Road, Bartlett, TN 38134
What they could improve on would be the food. but it is institutional food, they do well with what they have. I like the friendliness and a staff that cares. The soups are very good. Sunday brunch is always...
Robinwood Retirement Resort is Bartlett's newest independent living community. Robinwood Retirement Resort comprises 142 apartments for adults 55 and over — including studio apartments, one, two, and three bedroom suites and a variety of floor plans. Robinwood Retirement is an...
2998 Alamance Rd, Greensboro, NC 27407
So far Carolina Pines has exceeded all my expectations! The residents are friendly and they look out for each other without infringing on anyone's privacy. The staff is mazing! I cannot say enough good...
526 Haltiwanger Rd., Greenwood, SC 29649
We recently placed our mother at Ashley Square and are simply amazed with the care that she has received. The staff are super friendly and loving towards my mother and the rest of our family. We could not...
When you walk through the doors at Ashley Place, our senior living community, you will be greeted with a smile and a warm welcome. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time registered nurse is available 24 hours a day to provide clinical oversight and...
*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.