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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 Golden Creek

33 Creek Road, Irvine, CA 92604

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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113 reviews

The care and staff have been very good! They have lots of activities. My mom has been happy with the food too. The size room has been just what she needed too. We have been very happy with everything over...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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What makes Atria Golden Creek the best senior living option in Irvine? It's our commitment to enhancing the lives of today's seniors and future generations with energy-saving renovations, including a pursuit of LEED certification. We offer a beautiful community where you'll find a friendly and...

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North Pointe

701 Simpson Rd., Anderson, SC 29621

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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183 reviews

Mom moved in to memory care 1 week ago. I can usually spot things wrong immediately, and so far NOTHING! From tours to paperwork to moving in, everything has gone smoothly and I have loved everyone I have...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Feel the electricity at North Pointe, where exciting amenities, world-class services and myriad recreational and social opportunities keep our residents energized and buzzing. Our Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Anderson, South Carolina, feels like one big family that shares meals...

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Laurel Springs

151 East Plantation Terrace, Mustang, OK 73064

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80 reviews

I recently visited my Nana here at Laurel Springs and I was amazed! My nana has never seemed so alive and well. Everyone here is so welcoming and generous. I wouldn’t have it any other way! Thank you Laurel...

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Provides: Independent Living
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Discover luxury and carefree living at Laurel Springs, a senior living community in Mustang, Oklahoma. Indulge in premium amenities, including a clubhouse, fitness center, outdoor pool, and walking trails, that promote socializing, exercising, and having fun. At Laurel Springs, our professional...

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Chateau of Batesville

44 Chateau Blvd, Batesville, IN 47006

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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41 reviews

I've had the best experience since my mother moved in. Everyone welcomed her and she fit right in. She has more of a social life now than she's had in many years. She enjoys going on outings a few times a...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Enjoy rural charm with upscale amenities at Chateau of Batesville, centrally located between Indianapolis; Cincinnati, Ohio; and Louisville, Kentucky. We offer a relaxed atmosphere of warmth and caring that promotes companionship among residents and staff. The Assisted Living community in...

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Oakhaven Manor

1320 Ashebury Ln., Howell, MI 48843

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53 reviews

Being at Oakhaven is like being in one big family. The staff treats you like family and makse sure you are happy safe and well cared for. Being able to have a pet is a big plus. Maintenance is quick to take...

Provides: Independent Living
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Oakhaven Manor is an elegant retirement community designed exclusively for those of you 55 years and older.As a resident of Oakhaven Manor you will live in grand style in a lovely one or two bedroom apartment.Our Activities Coordinator has a wide variety of activities planned, including shopping,...

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Gardens of Daphne

1307 Daphne Ave, Daphne, AL 36526

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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69 reviews

It’s a cool and out standing place they have awesome people. Great environment. Excellent & friendly staff. Every one was supper nice. Takes great care of there residents. Upstanding values. Very respectable

Provides: Assisted Living
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Friendly, southern and oh so charming, the Gardens of Daphne Assisted Living offers the personal attention and home-like environment your loved one deserves. From the rockers on the shady front porch to the spacious family-style dining room to the comfortable central common-area, our senior...

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Savannah Pines Retirement Community

3900 Pine Lake Road, Lincoln, NE 68516

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41 reviews

A 5 on all categories. It was definitely a pleasure living there. All the people who work there are awesome. I would and have recommended your facility.

Provides: Independent Living
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Savannah Pines Retirement is Lincoln, NE's Premier independent living community. Savannah Pines Retirement Resort comprises 119 apartments for adults 55 and over — including studio apartments, one,  two, and three bedroom suites and a variety of floor plans. Savannah Pines Retirement is...

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Elmbrook Village at Bozrah

380 Salem Turnpike, Bozrah, CT 06334

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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44 reviews

The place is beautiful clean and staff have been wonderful. Food is okay. Took a long time with buzzer to get help when my mom fell. I do need to follow up as she forgets but they are getting better with...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Now doing in person tours!Elmbrook Village at Bozrah opened in September 2019. Offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Elmbrook Village was designed to maximize the amount of natural light available and has 115 apartments with a variety of styles. We have some of the largest...

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Atria Draper Place

25 Hopedale Street, Hopedale, MA 01747

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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85 reviews

My Mom just moved into Atria after losing my Dad, her primary care giver. The staff went above and beyond to accommodate our urgency during a very challenging time. The staff and residents have been so kind...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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...

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Gardens of Pelham

2124 Old Montgomery Hwy, Pelham, AL 35124

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131 reviews

We were first impressed with how clean and updated it was on our first visit. The price was right in the range we needed. Everyone is so friendly and willing to help. We are very pleased.

Provides: Assisted Living
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At the Gardens of Pelham Assisted Living, our retirement community meets the diverse and changing needs of today’s senior citizens. Conveniently located off 1-65 North at exit 246 in Pelham near the Oak Mountain Park, the Garden’s atmosphere is warm and relaxed. Our month-to-month rent, without...

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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.