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.
95 Carleton Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
More men than the other facilities, very friendly, clean, everyone have to eat in dining room ( no hiding in your room). Atria has a Memory Unit , so he would not have to be moved to a different location and...
Located in a residential neighborhood only minutes from Wheaton, Atria Park of Glen Ellyn offers all the benefits of living in a vibrant, supportive community, with the discreet support of a care staff close at hand. Without the worries of chores and home maintenance, residents are free to pursue...
3351 Niles Rd, St Joseph, MI 49085
Storypoint Saint Joseph has exceeded my expectations in every way. It is clean, caring, kind and has wonderful staff. I’m never worried about my loved one there. It has been an excellent choice. The...
3997 Five Forks Trickum Road, Lilburn, GA 30047
Sunrise at Five Forks has truly been a blessing for our family. The care team is exceptionally compassionate, attentive, and dedicated—they take the time to know my mom as a person and not just a resident....
Sunrise at Five Forks, a Sunrise Senior Living Community is located in Lilburn, GA close to shopping, physician offices, churches, and major hospitals. At Sunrise, we welcome seniors into a warm, inviting community. We offer a choice of accommodations, from Companion to Two-Bedroom Suites. Each...
1301 Ashford Cir, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
The facilities, food, events, and most importantly, the people, have all been great! Very happy with our experience at Jubilation. I would absolutely recommend them to others who are searching for a place...
500 E Valley Parkway, Escondido, CA 92025
The communication is good. When I'm there staff seems very caring. It's hard to really rate as my stepmother is in memory care so getting feedback from her is difficult. Room/apartment is plenty for her...
Westmont Town Court is centrally located in Escondido, within walking distance from the Historic Grand Avenue Downtown District where residents can enjoy unique shops, fine eateries and medical services as well as cultural performances and fine art at the nearby California Center for the Arts....
1152 Ben Franklin Hwy E, Douglassville, PA 19518
I am treated very well by all the staff. They say I enjoy going on the shopping trips and different outings. I enjoy eating meals with the friends I made here. I love having my apartment cleaned every week....
At Keystone Villa at Douglassville, there are no entrance fees, long-term leases or hidden costs, for affordable Personal Care. Personalized supportive care services are offered to our residents in a heartwarming environment so we can help you enjoy a better quality of life in our senior...
3550 Horton St., Raleigh, NC 27607
My 97-year-old widowed mother has found such a wonderful home at Waltonwood. We looked at several independent living communities; none can compare to the warmth, care, and sense of community here. From the...
2755 Union Rd, Gastonia, NC 28054
The staff at Morningside AL in Gastonia were so caring, compassionate and always on top of taking care of everything my Mom needed during her stay there. I highly recommend this facility to anyone looking...
Morningside of Gastonia is the only Assisted Living Community with 24-hour licensed nursing staff. It provides a full complement of assisted living services combined with a comprehensive Check Point Program that enhances and protects quality of life through coordinated and integrated service...
6150 Glenview Drive, North Richland Hills, TX 76180
We were looking for a place for our loved ones who needed additional support, as they had been declining mentally, emotionally, and physically over time. We used the service to explore our options and...
Live well and prosper at The Wellington at North Richland Hills, an Independent Living community in North Richland Hills, Texas, that encourages health and independence through innovative recreational, educational and wellness programs. Our community offers residents the freedom to live as they...
9306 Great Hills Trail, Austin, TX 78759
Definitely five stars. Staff is friendly and helpful and most know your name. They make a point of saying welcome. Food is excellent. Hours are comfortable and flexible Apartment is perfect size. It has...
Discover the elegance of a resort community with expansive Hill Country views and fine amenities. Our luxury apartments are beautifully appointed and provide an ideal launching point for enjoying Austin's unique culture.At Atria, the choice is always yours. Our community lies just 12 miles from...
*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.