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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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Sunrise of Five Forks

3997 Five Forks Trickum Road, Lilburn, GA 30047

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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21 Photos available
4
4 Floor plans available
9.5
Review Score
97 reviews

Was looking for a care facility for my dad! Sunrise was it! The staff was very friendly, informative. The setup of the facility is a nice and safe space. It turned out to be a perfect fit for my dad. The...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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...

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Carriage House Senior Living Community

3896 N Elm St, Greensboro, NC 27455

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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6 Floor plans available
9.5
Review Score
74 reviews

We have mostly been happy with the community. Outings are great and my father in law is definitely more active than he used to be. Staff has been very good and residents seem happy. Biggest suggestion would...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Welcome Home to Carriage House! Carriage House Senior Living Community is assisted living and memory care support residence in Greensboro, North Carolina, a city rich in culture, history and arts. Our senior community is conveniently located near medical facilities, upscale shopping centers and...

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Park Meadows Senior Living

5901 W. 107th Street, Overland Park, KS 66207

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

My sister enjoyed her time at Aventura. The facility was very clean and well maintained. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The PT was very helpful and caring. Her apartment was very nice and the rooms...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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We can’t wait for you to call Park Meadows Senior Living in Overland Park, Kansas, home. This Kansas City suburb offers Midwestern charm alongside big city venues, cultural centers, and museums set against a backdrop almost as pastoral as a John Steuart Curry painting. With nearly 45 golf courses...

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Spring Arbor of Apex

901 Spring Arbor Ct, Apex, NC 27502

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

The staff was very helpful and tried to get my husband to eat. I would give them 5 stars. They cared about my husband and tried to get him to engage in activities. I would definitely recommend them for...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Sunrise of Lafayette Hill

429 Ridge Pike, Lafayette Hill, PA 19444

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
15
15 Photos available
4
4 Floor plans available
9.5
Review Score
94 reviews

The staff was very nice overall and the place had nice decor and was cleaned regularly. The food was mostly good, especially the soups and desserts! I didn't care for the oatmeal and eggs, so I rarely went...

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized personal care...

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Benton House of Bluffton

8 Hampton Lake Drive, Bluffton, SC 29910

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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14 Photos available
4
4 Floor plans available
9.5
Review Score
37 reviews

Repairs to the apartment were not completed by move in and the cook quit so the staff was trying to fill in. So food left a lot to be desired. I think the issues are due to a new director, office manager on...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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We. Are. Family. Award Winning Senior Living! National Winner-Top 50 in Aging Services by Fortune magazine. A Great Place to Work certified 3 consecutive years. Multiple Pinnacle Customer Service Awards. Reader’s Choice Best of Bluffton 2020. Call or drop by to see what make Benton House of...

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Atria Hometown

6350 Winter Park Drive, North Richland Hills, TX 76180

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
14
14 Photos available
6
6 Floor plans available
9.5
Review Score
137 reviews

The staff is terrific and did a great job helping my neighbor transition from her home, including referring movers to bring her belongings from her home to her apartment. They were also very patient with...

Provides: Independent Living
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Nestled in a suburban neighborhood between Fort Worth and Dallas, Atria at Hometown offers upscale independent living for active older adults in North Richlands Hills, Texas. The multi-story community building provides a welcoming atmosphere and vibrant amenities in a modern environment. Situated...

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Carriage Crossing Decatur

2650 N Monroe St, Decatur, IL 62526

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

The way my mother in law has settled in so far has made this a positive experience. The accessibility and friendliness of the staff is really comforting during a stressful process. She has so many more...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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LIVE THE LIFE YOU LOVE!Making the move to senior living is a big decision. Fortunately, changing where you live doesn't mean changing your whole way of life. At Carriage Crossing, you'll find all the choices you need to live the life you love.Our welcoming campus features a variety of lifestyle...

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The Birches at Harleysville

691 Main Street, Harleysville, PA 19438

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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11 Photos available
6
6 Floor plans available
9.5
Review Score
131 reviews

There are two employees that need to be trained on how to handle dementia patients. I have been there personally one time when they weren't treating my father very kindly. I did tell them about that. My...

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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Town Village Sterling Heights and The Gem Memory Care

4500 Dobry Drive, Sterling Heights, MI 48314

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

My mom has been at Town Village with her friend since March of 2026. She loves it there. Making so many new friends and at 96 you don't have a lot of the old friends left. Lots of activities to keep you busy...

Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
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Close to shopping, dining and healthcare centers, Town Village is known for rich amenities—inside and out. Gather with friends and family around the stone fireplace or entertain in the private dining room. Step outside and discover peaceful spaces for strolling—across nine acres of beautiful...

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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.