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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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Gable Pines

1260 County Rd E, Vadnais Heights, MN 55110

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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25 Floor plans available
9.5
Review Score
97 reviews

As most places, the staff vary. Some are very good and some do the bare minimum. Same with housekeeping. There are many activities available each week and that is really nice. Also have a van to take them to...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Gable Pines is a beautiful community that opened in June of 2016. Offering options for independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Located off County Road E, between 35E and Highway 61- Gable Pines is both close to the action of city living and offers the serenity and nature views of a...

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Holiday Birch Heights

7 Kendall Pond Road, Derry, NH 03038

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
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139 reviews

I would rate all of the above a 5 except for the food. I would give that a 3. The facility is exceptionally bright and clean. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The short time my deceased brother-in-law...

Provides: Independent Living
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Lively, friendly independent senior living community in Derry, NH.Enjoy the pleasures of independent senior living in a welcoming retirement community with small-town charm at Holiday Birch Heights. Meet people, attend events, pursue your hobbies, set goals for your retirement, and join friends...

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Silver Comet Senior Village

4900 Richard D Sailors Pkwy, Powder Springs, GA 30127

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
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94 reviews

The staff is wonderful and friendly. They give top notch care. There are plenty of activities for the residents to do. The food is tasty and has a good variety and alternative options. It is a clean building...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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A landmark for purposeful living, Silver Comet Village redefines retirement living. Offering independent living, assisted living and memory support options, Silver Comet Village is the best place to live and create new memories, experience life, and enjoy the company of family and friends. At...

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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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9.5
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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Oak Hill Terrace

1805 Kensington Dr., Waukesha, WI 53188

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
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112 reviews

I would give them 5 stars, the staff seems pretty decent. The other residents seem friendly enough. Overall, I would recommend the community to others.

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Oak Hill Terrace is a community for senior living in Waukesha, Wisconsin. You’ll feel like you’re part of a friendly neighborhood when you walk into Oak Hill Terrace. With easy access to the Fox River Sanctuary and the Glacial Drumlin Trail, we’re a close-knit community woven into the fabric of...

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Legacy House of Taylorsville

6302 S Gold Medal Drive, Taylorsville, UT 84129

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3
3 Floor plans available
9.5
Review Score
53 reviews

Overall things are good. There have been a few miss communications about getting things done. The staff has been good. Some follow up issues.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Why Choose Legacy?Caring for seniors and their families since 1996, Legacy House of Taylorsville is a premier provider of Assisted Living and Memory Care services.We believe that the more our residents can be independent, the healthier they are and the better they feel. No matter what stage of...

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The Bentley

3362 Forest Lane, Dallas, TX 75234

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
Review Score
89 reviews

Very nice and the food is excellent. My apartment is nice sized very clean. I'm thinking about going to an assisted living facility

Provides: Independent Living
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The Bentley provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Built on beautifully landscaped grounds in a quiet section of northwest Dallas, you'll enjoy the graceful elegance of our facilities and the convenience of living in a thriving city. We're close to shopping,...

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Brookdale Willows Sherman

3410 Post Oak Crossing, Sherman, TX 75092

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
Review Score
62 reviews

Staff is attentive. Food is fair. The apartment is a nice size. Facilities are clean. My sister in law is happy there. I would recommend to others.

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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Serene Gardens of Hartland

2799 Bella Vita Dr, Hartland, MI 48353

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
Review Score
27 reviews

Staff is very helpful, the facility is clean. Activities are offered everyday and are at a level that everyone can participate (although my mother in law thinks they are too elementary for her). The rooms...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Discover the perfect blend of comfort and care at Serene Gardens of Grand Hartland. Our Assisted Living and Memory Care community offers all-inclusive pricing, ensuring peace of mind for families. With a focus on individualized care, our dedicated team provides tailored support for each...

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Truewood by Merrill, West Covina

3601 East Holt Ave, West Covina, CA 91791

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.5
Review Score
90 reviews

Initially it was great. I know there have been some concerns about proper staffing and dining options (based on my Mom's feedback). They have changed managers and key staff (they left). This was concerning...

Provides: Independent Living
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Bridgecreek provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Located in a quiet suburb of Los Angeles, you'll love our beautiful grounds, elegant facilities and the convenience of being in the middle of it all. We're close to shopping, recreation and healthcare. Our...

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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.