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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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Grand Villa of Lakeland

2111 Lakeland Hills Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33805

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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15
15 Photos available
3
3 Floor plans available
9.5
Review Score
155 reviews

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...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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...

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Belmar Oakland

5990 N Adams Rd, Troy, MI 48098

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
8
8 Photos available
9.5
Review Score
86 reviews

I have really enjoyed the community as a whole for my mom. The staff communication is very good. I can speak to the nurse, the director and the marketing manager is very helpful and communicative. Since my...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

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...

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The Enclave at Anthem Senior Living

42015 N Venture Dr, Anthem, AZ 85086

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
14
14 Photos available
8
8 Floor plans available
9.5
Review Score
74 reviews

It was the spotless and neat atmosphere first, then the small size of the memory care area. There was and is the caring of the staff and activities provided that makes me feel I made the best choice. The...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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We can't wait for you to call The Enclave at Anthem Senior Living, in Anthem, Arizona, home. This small-town packs a punch when it comes to majestic vistas, massive open space areas, and best-in-class shopping. With nearly 200 golf courses in the area it's a golfer's dream. In addition, you're...

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Holiday Middleton

9401 Old Sauk Road, Middleton, WI 53562

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
8
8 Photos available
9.5
Review Score
151 reviews

I would give Middleton Crossing a 4+ stars. Dad loves his apartment. It is bright and sunny, has a nice view from his windows and balcony, and has some privacy because he is at the end of one of the long...

Provides: Independent Living
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The Jefferson has been here for over 16 years near beautiful farmland, Pope Farm and corn fields.We have senior care on site to offer Assisted Living. Our staff members have longevity over 15 years and more. We have won "Best Place to Live" 2018 and "Best Place to Work 3 years in a row. We are...

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Holiday Chateau Ridgeland

745 South Pear Orchard Road, Ridgeland, MS 39157

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

This community provides a safe serene and caring professional environment for residents, their families and caregivers. The staff are particular focused on providing a warm and pleasant daily experience...

Provides: Independent Living
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Chateau Ridgeland provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Built on stunningly landscaped grounds in the quiet community of Ridgeland, you'll love the tasteful elegance of our facilities while enjoying the amenities of the nearby community. We're just minutes...

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The Avalon of Lewis Center

8875 Green Meadows Dr, Lewis Center, OH 43035

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
9
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9.5
Review Score
48 reviews

This facility was my first experience is assisted living. From the time you enter, you can see a beautifl lobby area. My husband was with me and we found our apartment to be very accomodating. If we had a...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Welcome to The Avalon of Lewis Center!If you’re looking for a community that understands and honors you as a unique individual, you’ve come to the right place. We understand you probably have many questions, and we’re here to help make the process as simple and straightforward as possible. In...

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Sunrise of Wayne

184 Berdan Avenue, Wayne, NJ 07470

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
14
14 Photos available
9.5
Review Score
69 reviews

The facility and the staff are top rate. We have only been working with them for a short time and during that time, I do not have any things that I would suggest they need to improve.

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 assisted living...

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Park Meadows Senior Living

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

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
15
15 Photos available
3
3 Floor plans available
9.5
Review Score
172 reviews

We would give 5 stars for sure. The staff has been amazing to work with and our Father-in-Law loves the staff and the food there. He actually raves about the staff. Everyone has been the best. We couldn't be...

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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Vitality Living Hendersonville

419 E Main St, Hendersonville, TN 37075

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
8
8 Photos available
4
4 Floor plans available
9.5
Review Score
111 reviews

Be aware of staffing of resident support employees depending on what is needed for you or your loved one. Good opportunity for activities for residents participation. Be ready to downsize as storage is...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Vitality Living Hendersonville is proud to offer Viking Pure Solutions’ electrochemically activated cleaning and disinfecting systems for our residents in each of our communities! This revolutionary safe and effective cleaner provides protection for our residents, teams, and families providing...

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Country Charm

3177 Meridian Parke Dr, Greenwood, IN 46142

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
12
12 Photos available
3
3 Floor plans available
9.5
Review Score
92 reviews

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”...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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...

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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.