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.
90 Payne Street, Greenville, SC 29601
Well it is ok but on the weekends the service is very slow and the food at times not too good. The apartment is nice but a tad small main bedroom. All in all for now I would say it's ok.
159 Division Street, East Greenwich, RI 02818
The staff at Atria is STELLAR! The apartments are spacious, lots of activities! They have had some challenges keeping a consistent bus driver, and the food could be improved.
Situated in a stately mansion, Atria Harborhill is a welcoming community where residents are encouraged to lead healthy, active, independent lives. Enjoy a relaxing walk around the grounds, sit and catch up with friends, or participate in one of many daily activities. Centrally located in the...
77 3rd Street, Stamford, CT 06905
They are wonderful. They know all the residents by name. They look out for them. My mom got sick recently ( with a cough) I was out of town and they did everything I would have asked for - without me asking...
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,...
1580 Dunn Rd., Raleigh, NC 27614
Staff is friendly and helpful. I get the impression that they are cooking out of a recipe book. Nothing is simple. They spent a long time overcooking the entrees. All meats were cooked dry and flavorless....
Do you love natural beauty, or is it the buzz of city happenings that you prefer? At Verena at Bedford Falls, one of the True Connection Communities, you don’t have to choose. We are ideally situated in a quiet neighborhood, only a stone’s throw from the thriving heart of Raleigh, the City of...
700 North Town East Boulevard, Mesquite, TX 75150
I've been a caregiver over the past year with a resident and was never very happy about the situation. Today I felt more comfortable, even though the employees rarely speak to you. [name removed] room was...
Welcome to The Waterford at Mesquite where we adhere to the saying "everything is bigger in Texas"! Our independent living community boasts BIG amenities and countless recreational and social opportunities to keep our residents inspired and excited about their life here with us. Our thoughtfully...
8501 S Northshore Dr, Knoxville, TN 37922
The staff is great and does their jobs well. There were some communication challenges at first, but whenever we reached out, staff was responsive and took care of what was needed. Most importantly, our loved...
Welcome to StoryPoint Knoxville West! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service level, we strive to make...
6827 Whitehall Rd., Whitehall, MI 49461
From my first interactions with staff at White Lake Assisted Living during a tour through moving my parents into their apartment I have had nothing but a wonderful experience. Interactions with the community...
Welcome to White Lake, a Leisure Living Community in Whitehall, Michigan, where our residents experience the joys of everyday life together. Residents can relax in the pavilion on a sunny summer day or cozy up to the fireplace in the winter. Our community offers independent living, assisted...
19697 Allen Rd, Brownstown, MI 48183
The facility and the apartments are kept very clean. My family member is more mobile than some of the other residents she would benefit from an increase in activities or outings. My family member has a great...
Located south of Detroit, seniors can enjoy a life well lived at Downriver Estates Senior Living, a Sinceri Senior Living community. The residential community offers great activities, the best of care services, and gorgeous natural surroundings. Residents enjoy living near Marsh Creek, local...
13937 US HWY 17, Hampstead, NC 28443
My mom has been living here for about 7 months. Everyone who works there has been amazing and she has made a nice group of friends. Her apartment is spacious and very nice. The food is not the best but...
Arbor Landing at Hampstead is offering a unique experiences for seniors and their families. The community is able to offer some traditional assisted living services with their on-site home care services, ask for details!In addition to independent living with assisted living services, the...
6729 W Mequon Rd, Mequon, WI 53092
Great location close to village market restaurants quiet neighborhood. Memory care unit next door. We have not moved in yet, but from what I have seen I would absolutely recommend the place.
Welcome to StoryPoint Mequon! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our various senior living options include independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Throughout each service...
*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.