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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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Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Assisted Living

10 East Hawthorn Parkway, Vernon Hills, IL 60061

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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16
16 Photos available
3
3 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
87 reviews

I think its benefits and I feel cared for. Socialization is good for me. It a really good experience. I like that doctors are on-site.

Provides: Assisted Living
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Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes is a pet-friendly assisted living community located in Vernon Hills, Illinois. We are located near Big and Little Bear Lakes, both are favorite picnic destinations for our residents and their families. Our attentive staff members are available 24 hours a day to provide...

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Brookdale Pinnacle (Offering HealthPlus)

1305 Lamplighter Drive, Grove City, OH 43123

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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2 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
91 reviews

All you have to do is ask. If the person you are asking is unable to answer, they will find someone who can. My mother was so welcomed by all the staff (so was myself and husband) when she had moved in. It...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Putting more living back into your life.It’s time to trade the worry and hassle of homeownership for the comfort and convenience of a life of redefined independence. It’s time to trade the stress of isolated life for the security and safety of a community designed from the ground up to be the...

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American House Village at Bloomfield

1957 S Telegraph Rd, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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4 Photos available
4
4 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
39 reviews

Most of my experience here have been positive. Something I think could be improved. I have tried to make residents as they take a tour of our facility. I do not agree with things and would like to disregard...

Provides: Independent Living
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American House Village at Bloomfield is a brand new community. We opened our doors on November 1st, 2022. Our community features 150 Independent Living apartment homes with full kitchens, washer and dryer, patio or balcony. Some fairway views of The Links at Crystal Lake Golf Course, very close...

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The Waterford at Levis Commons

7100 South Wilkinson Way, Perrysburg, OH 43551

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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4
4 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
114 reviews

We are thrilled about all of it!! The quality of care he's getting is great as well as how the staff is helping him. Dad seems happy with he food and care as well. Overall we're very happy we chose Waterford

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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Embrace a bright future at The Waterford at Levis Commons, where desired amenities and convenient services provide residents the opportunity to live a vibrant lifestyle. Imagine an apartment home with no cooking, cleaning or maintenance — and friends next door. That's what residents get at The...

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Avista Garden City

5815 Coffey Street, Garden City, ID 83714

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.6
Review Score
67 reviews

Overall we have been pleased with Avista Sr Living. We were able to get into a perfect room for Mom when we needed it, with just enough time to personalize it before her admittance. Ranking not a 5 mostly...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Avista Garden City is an assisted living community located in Garden City, Idaho, in a peaceful, tree-lined neighborhood just south of River Pointe Park. Avista Garden City is committed to providing residents the opportunity to thrive in mind and body by working alongside them and their families...

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The Avalon of Lewis Center

8875 Green Meadows Dr, Lewis Center, OH 43035

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
9
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9.6
Review Score
43 reviews

We like the people, everyone is friendly and helpful. Nice facility with lots of nice features. Food quality varies. Staffing and services can be hard to navigate. It is difficult to find out who is...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Welcome to The Avalon of Lewis Center!If you’re looking for a community that understands and honors you as a unique individual, you’ve come to the right place. We understand you probably have many questions, and we’re here to help make the process as simple and straightforward as possible. In...

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Truewood by Merrill, New Bern

2701 Amhurst Dr, New Bern, NC 28562

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8
8 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
98 reviews

My dad really loved it there, he moved out in February, just met a lady and they had other plans! He especially loved the food and the staff! Hopefully if he needs too he can go back there!

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Living at Truewood by Merrill, New Bern means being a part of an active, vibrant community. Enjoy delicious all-inclusive dining, a wealth of social activities and the freedom to explore your interests. There are countless opportunities to connect, grow and live up to your full potential.If...

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Boulder Creek Assisted Living and Memory Care

6070 Northland Drive, Rockford, MI 49341

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
16
16 Photos available
9.6
Review Score
56 reviews

My Mom stayed at Boulder Creek Assisting Living. Staff was so kind and thoughtful. Always stopping by her room to say Hi, and inviting her to whatever activity was going on in case she forgot. For meals,...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Boulder Creek, a Leisure Living Community, is located in Rockford, Michigan, where we’re passionate about serving our senior living residents and sharing life’s journey together. Offering assisted living and memory care options, our purpose is to provide high-quality senior lifestyle services...

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Water's Edge of Bradenton

2015 32nd Ave W, Bradenton, FL 34205

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
10
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9.6
Review Score
51 reviews

I am very happy with Waters Edge of Bradenton! Great staff! They do a lot of activities with their residents! I would recommend to others!

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Water's Edge of BradentonWater’s Edge of Bradenton is a lovely assisted living community just off the coast of the Gulf of Mexico in the town of Bradenton, Florida. The local town is a vacation friendly area that is almost entirely filled with country clubs, beaches, and residential housing. With...

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Brookdale Willows Sherman

3410 Post Oak Crossing, Sherman, TX 75092

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
8
8 Photos available
4
4 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
58 reviews

The caring people, 1:1 attention, and relaxing atmosphere are the best factors! Administrators are visible and hands-on with residents and families! Overall they could improve processes and communication.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Our luxurious senior living community set on three acres of beautiful landscaped grounds in Sherman, Texas, offers assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care. Should your needs change over time, and you require memory care, you have the security of knowing you can remain here, in your...

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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.