
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.
2700 E 4th St, National City, CA 91950

At this time in our lives Paradise Village is exactly where we need to be. Service are excellent, people are very friendly and the apartment is far nicer and more spacious then anything else we have seen for...
WELCOME TO PARADISE! Introducing Paradise Village, the newest retirement community located in San Diego's South Bay. Offering retirement and assisted living in a resort-style, gated community with a Mediterranean flair. One bedroom, one bedroom w/den, 2 bedroom, and penthouse options. Studio and...
805 4th Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
I like it here at Cogir of Queen Anne Senior Living. I start my day early and usually wake up around 7 o’clock. Several days a week the staff help me with my showers, which makes me feel refreshed and ready...
At Queen Anne Retirement Community, our exceptional staff, engaging activities, and active social life make our residents happy to call our community home.Queen Anne Retirement Community offers luxurious independent living and assisted living, with stunning surroundings, amazing amenities, and...
289 Karen Dr, Woodbury, MN 55129
Staff - good and bad, no different than any other facility Activities - have not been attended much, but very happy they have added a Grief Group recently Food - generally pretty good, but salty sometimes...
Talamore Woodbury is a brand-new senior living community located in the heart of Woodbury, MN. This community open in March 2023 and offers the full continuum of care-- Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Enhanced Care. Our dedicated staff are committed to providing exceptional...
5440 Caddis Bend, Fitchburg, WI 53711
The Waterford offers a friendly atmosphere. The caregivers are excellent and conscientious. The maintenance team is responsive to all my apartment needs. Dietary staff are very friendly and helpful. They...
Get to know the warm, friendly environment at The Waterford at Fitchburg and you'll see how thoughtful amenities and world-class services come together in harmony. Residents at our Independent Living and Assisted Living community in Fitchburg, WI, are afforded the privacy and freedom to live a...
1330 West Oliver Street, Owosso, MI 48867
Mom is a resident with special care needs and has had great care with Oliver Woods and their staff. They always treat her with respect and dignity. They always greet her with a smile and are eager to help.
Welcome to Oliver Woods, a Leisure Living Community in Owosso, Michigan. Here, our assisted living option allows seniors to maintain a level of independence while receiving personalized attention for daily needs. For those facing memory impairment, our care team places an emphasis on forming...
19310 Club House Road, Gaithersburg, MD 20886
What we like the most about the community is that it is Close to shopping, lots of activities for the residents, apartments are a nice size. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on...
The moment you walk through our door, you'll feel at home. From our warm, inviting fireplace to our cozy, family-like atmosphere, Sunrise at Montgomery Village is a step above the typical senior residence. For the past fifteen years, our caring and experienced staff has been helping seniors live...
1260 County Rd E, Vadnais Heights, MN 55110
Gable Pines has been so supportive. [name removed]actually moves in next Monday, but we've been going over for lunches and dinners. Just trying to get acclimated everybody on staff and residence are so...
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...
2111 Lakeland Hills Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33805
I recently moved my mom from a different memory care facility. When I say night and day difference, I mean it completely! From the first tour, to move in day, to daily living I have seen a huge improvement...
Welcome to the new Grand Villa of Lakeland! Our lovely assisted living and memory care community in Lakeland, Florida, is centrally located between Orlando and Tampa. Grand Villa is a resort style community with fabulous features and amenities designed to help our residents enjoy life to the...
3675 Old Milton Pkwy, Alpharetta, GA 30005
I like the apartment, room size and the food is fair. The staff take too long to respond to calls - not trained well or supervised well.
The Mansions at Alpharetta offers care-free living in graciously appointed surroundings in our Assisted Living and Memory Care communities that are located on our beautiful, large, landscaped campus.In our Assisted Living community, each private or semi-private suite is offered with an affordable...
3185 E. Flamingo Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89121
I would rate the overall experience at Oakmont to be a 5. The staff take very good care of the residents. The facility is very clean and attractive. The apartment size is just right for my mother. The food...
Residents at Oakmont of Las Vegas enjoy quality and comfort with five-star services and amenities. We offer spacious apartment-homes with a variety of luxurious and well-equipped floor plans to choose from. In each residence you will find a balance of beauty, function, attention to detail, and...
*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.