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.
2626 West Bearss Ave, Tampa, FL 33618
1. Above average 2. Room cleaning below average. 3. Excellent 4. Above average 5. Excellent 6. Average 7. Excellent 8. Excellent I really like that I can text or call the director's cell 24/7. They...
Sodalis Tampa is a single-story community located on 6 acres of beautifully landscaped land with opened courtyards and is adjacent to one of Tampa's wetland and conservation areas.This community offers affordable luxury and is just moments from the abundant conveniences of the Greater...
7100 West 13th Avenue, Lakewood, CO 80214
I would say overall experience is 4 stars. The staff is great. And supper helpful very easy to work with. There are lots of activities for my dad to do. He said the food is ok. And the grounds are kept well....
The Courtyard at Lakewood provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Conveniently situated in a quiet suburb of Denver, you'll enjoy the benefits of living near a big city with all the peace and quiet of a secluded home tucked away in the hills. We're close to...
1306 Pelham Rd, Greenville, SC 29615
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...
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...
3362 Forest Lane, Dallas, TX 75234
All the F U N. Always someone to talk to, great parties, and 5 star food. The Forum helped me go on after Don passed away. We were married 53 years,
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,...
3113 Charles B. Root Wynd, Raleigh, NC 27612
They seem to work hard at keeping the building up and clean, and the staff is generally very nice and helpful. They've changed management again recently though, and everything has gone up a lot in cost -...
Stand tall at Independence Village of Olde Raleigh, where the natural beauty of our community's surroundings blends perfectly with the modern-day amenities offered in our updated studio, one- and two-bedroom apartment homes. Wall-to-wall carpet and mini-blinds on all windows provide the comforts...
9505 Fredericksburg Road, San Antonio, TX 78240
Overall, the staff was kind and caring for my mother. The place was clean. The food was fine. My mom seemed to eat everything. The room was a generous size as it fit a queen size bed, recliner, side table...
Retirement is the time to indulge yourself and re-ignite some of those passions that got left by the wayside throughout the years. Our community, located in a quiet residential neighborhood just 20 minutes from the historic and culture-rich downtown of San Antonio, Texas, offers assisted living...
3177 Meridian Parke Dr, Greenwood, IN 46142
Visited my sister, [name removed] while I was in Indy for Christmas. We had a very god visit. I was glad to see the remodeling work in the hallways. Painted the walls and doors. This will “brighten”...
Let the allure of county living and appeal of big-city services lead to Country Charm, an Independent Living and Assisted Living community in Greenwood, Indiana. Our goal is to enrich the lives of our residents by providing an environment that is physically, mentally, spiritually and emotionally...
5990 N Adams Rd, Troy, MI 48098
I think apt size is fine. Room for double bed dresser and night stand. Housekeeping does a good job except the kitchen and dining area need more deep cleaning. Staff have been very nice and caring to [name...
There comes a time in one’s life when assistance is as welcome as it is a necessity. At Windemere Park of Oakland, the one you love is our VIP. It is our profession and our pleasure to provide dignity, comfort and compassion with customized care 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Windemere is a...
215 Huber Village Blvd, Westerville, OH 43081
The staff is great. They have helped my sister get to and from her Dr. Appointments. The food is healthy and there are choices at all the meals. They ask for the residents input for meal suggestions. The one...
A most distinguished senior living community Welcome to The Village, a distinctive and gracious senior living residence. We are nestled in the charming community of Westerville on the northeast outskirts of Columbus, Ohio. This historic village features a beautifully restored “uptown,” many...
150 Omni Lake Parkway, Hudson, OH 44236
I love them here. Danbury's staff is amazing and so friendly, everyone works with me and my father to get his meds before we head out for chemo appts, the doctor checks in on him, the apartment was newly...
Danbury in Hudson offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care options for seniors. This resort style senior living community offers abundant amenities, life enriching activities, and the care you need to make this next chapter in your life an excellent experience.
*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.