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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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Truewood by Merrill, New Bern

2701 Amhurst Dr, New Bern, NC 28562

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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14
14 Photos available
8
8 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
100 reviews

We had some issues with my father in the beginning, he didn't want to be there, he wanted to go home to Pennsylvania but we got him involved with some activities so that he would meet people and so things...

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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Aspen Assisted Living

32406 W Seven Mile Rd, Livonia, MI 48152

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
12
12 Photos available
1
1 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
79 reviews

They were very good with my mother-in-law. She really enjoyed it for respite care. She is moving in to assisted living in 2 weeks there. Food was good activities were great. Room is nice and clean.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Aspen Assisted Living strives to provide a home-like environment for adult citizens in our community who are aged or are experiencing age-related or memory care challenges. To us, this represents a focus on health and well-being supported by a team of compassionate caring people who possess a...

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The Lafayette

690 Mason Headley Rd, Lexington, KY 40504

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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7 Photos available
6
6 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
44 reviews

The concern and warm attention to each resident and their guest is remarkable. I was very impressed by the great meals and flexibility you offer. The facility itself is very clean, well maintained,...

Provides: Independent Living
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The Lafayette is an all-inclusive independent living community in Lexington. The Lafayette has been providing exceptional services in the Lexington community for over 35 years. It is centrally located in the city and close to Keeneland and downtown Lexington. Independent Living is ideal for...

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Trevi Vibrant Senior Living

11230 Trevi Village Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28262

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
6
6 Photos available
9.6
Review Score
33 reviews

[name removed] was very helpful and knowledgeable about all the questions we asked. The facility is spotless and everyone was kind. Rooms were beautiful and overpass was nice.

Provides: Independent Living
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Trevi Vibrant Senior Living is a brand new, all-inclusive independent living community located in Northeast Charlotte. Amenities include exercise and fitness facilities, a Pickleball court, library, and beautiful chapel. Flowing from the amenity spaces are two outdoor courtyards that provide...

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Holiday Redbud Hills

3211 East Moores Pike, Bloomington, IN 47401

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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10 Photos available
21
21 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
66 reviews

It's a relaxed environment, there are behavior specialists to help with people an situations, the food is good, the soups are great and there is lots of good entertainment and activities to choose from. ...

Provides: Independent Living
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Redbud Hills provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Rated as one of the top 10 retirement cities by both AAA and AARP, you'll love our pristine grounds conveniently situated close to all the things that make life rich. We're minutes from shopping, healthcare...

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The Gables on Pelham

1306 Pelham Rd, Greenville, SC 29615

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
10
10 Photos available
6
6 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
60 reviews

The activities, food, apartment size, and cleanliness are all excellent. I feel like they could use more staff members, and that would probably make the quality of care a 5 instead of a 4. My Mother is very...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Home Sweet HomeServing seniors in assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing and rehabilitation, our community provides you with a warm and welcoming environment where you can experience newfound freedom and independence. We handle all the cooking, cleaning and household chores so you can...

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Atria El Camino Gardens

2426 Garfield Avenue, Carmichael, CA 95608

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
10
10 Photos available
9
9 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
193 reviews

Staff turnover has had negative impact. They have events frequently for the residents. They celebrate individuals as well. I still recommend.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Atria El Camino Gardens welcomes you to come for a visit to see our warm and welcoming community where people gather and enjoy life together. Our residents know and rest assured we have the services and amenities they are looking for from our deliciously prepared meals choosing from three...

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Trustwell Living at River Run Place

1155 Darlene Lane, Eugene, OR 97401

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
8
8 Photos available
9.6
Review Score
62 reviews

The facility is well kept and the food is good. The staff are all fantastic. I would recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their loved one.

Provides: Assisted Living
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A great place to call home! At Enlivant, we honor the commitments we make to our residents and their families. Our goal is to enhance our resident's quality of life by providing a warm, caring environment that fosters independence, dignity and choice of each resident. Our residents are often...

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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
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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The Birches at Harleysville

691 Main Street, Harleysville, PA 19438

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
11
11 Photos available
6
6 Floor plans available
9.6
Review Score
127 reviews

Overall, the staff is very nice and my mom is adapting to her new place. The maintenance is poor and needs much improvement ; I've had to clean the bathroom in my mothers room bc it's always dirty, I...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Need assistance with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing or medication management? At The Birches at Arbour Square Personal Care and Dementia Care Community located on a 20-acre campus in Harleysville, PA, you will find all the services you need to live a healthy and happy life. The...

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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.