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.
7375 Stone River Rd, Bradenton, FL 34203
I would give each of the questions a 5. Elan of Manatee was a lovely place for my mother. From the director down the staff was personable, compassionate & very helpful. We would recommend this community to...
Welcome to the new Elan Manatee Assisted Living & Memory Care-where a lifestyle and distinction is easily found. Located in beautiful Bradenton, Florida, Elan strives to provide senior living services to brighten and enhance every residents life.We are dedicated to delivering the care and...
451 O'Connell St, North Bend, OR 97459
This is a lovely facility. The staff is great. From front office to the kitchen staff and servers in the dining room. The maintenance has been terrific! I love my view. This was the best move for me at this...
What are you looking for in an independent senior living community? Security? Companionship? Planned activities? Freedom from the burdens of home ownership? Whatever you’re looking for, chances are you find it at Evergreen Court located on the campus of Baycrest Village. At Evergreen Court, you...
2840 Keewahdin Rd, Fort Gratiot Township, MI 48059
Living here has truly been a blessing. The staff are incredibly kind, patient, and caring, and they make me feel valued every single day. The care is excellent, but just as important is the warmth and...
Holiday Retirement is the oldest and largest independent senior living company in the country. For almost 50 years we have been helping older people live better. Blue Water Lodge has been in the Port Huron area for almost 20 years
25 Hopedale Street, Hopedale, MA 01747
My Aunt [removed name] had been alone for a few years before moving to Draper. She was sad and resigned when she left her home but was brave and made the change. She is involved now and a part of...
Atria Draper Place offers a relaxing senior community in the historic New England town of Hopedale. Residents enjoy taking a stroll down to the pond or quietly reading a book from the public library. A variety of lectures and entertainment provide social interaction for residents, friends and...
600 Centerton Rd, Moorestown, NJ 08057
In [date removed], my Mom will be a resident there for two full years. The team is smiling patient and always helpful in all matters. The food is tasty, facility clean and a generally good value for our...
Located in the historic and culture-rich community of Moorestown, Parkers Bend Retirement Community emphasizes an engaging lifestyle with convenient access to local sight-seeing and myriad dining and entertainment options. Spend an afternoon admiring the architecture in the 47-acre Moorestown...
2075 N Eastown Rd, Lima, OH 45807
What means the most to me is the peace of mind. I no longer have to worry if he is safe, lonely, or remembering to take his medication. I know the staff at Kessler make sure all of his needs are met daily.
Kessler Estates Senior Living, a Sinceri Senior Living community, focuses on each resident’s total well-being in their continuing care community in Lima, Ohio. The one-story community offers common spaces, walking paths, and specialized assisted living and memory care services in a homelike...
235 Inverness Center Dr, Birmingham, AL 35242
I have had a very positive initial impression of all aspects of Danbury at Inverness. The beautiful building and landscaping made a great first impression. The warm and welcoming atmosphere the first time I...
Danberry at Inverness reflects a complete break from the conventions of ordinary senior living communities by embracing a distinctive philosophy focused on celebrating life with style. Here, you will find every convenience and amenity imaginable for active adults over 55, including a full...
14335 Jamestown Road, Breese, IL 62230
I love the people live. It is a nice place to live. I wish I would have made the change a lot longer ago. I love playing bingo and dice.
WELCOME HOME. Located in rural, serene Breese, Illinois, The Villas at St. James is an independent & assisted-living community for seniors that has been serving Clinton County since 2004. We provide the ideal living arrangement for independent, active seniors who want to be healthy and happy...
605 US Route 130, Cinnaminson, NJ 08077
The facility is new and it has many different, in-house activities for the residents. The staff that runs the activities are truly enthusiastic and ensure that the residents are engaged.
NOW OPEN! Azalea at Cinnaminson offers life-enhancing independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Cinnaminson, New Jersey. Here, you and your family can expect high-end hospitality and concierge-level services that inspire and delight. Everything in our community is designed to...
11300 Farrah Ln, Austin, TX 78748
When a loved one passes or we can no longer maintain a home, the best recourse is to find a place where we can have a useful quality of life. The choices of places are numerous, but we need a place that will...
Village on the Park - Onion Creek is an independent living - assisted living community located in Austin, TX. Austin is located in Travis County and is home to just over 912,000 people. Austin is a fun city where residents can enjoy dancing, shopping, going out to great restaurants, going to...
*Based on reviews and ratings collected from APlaceforMom.com during the awards period, Jan. 1, 2025 to Dec. 31, 2025. 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.