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.
200 Lillian Lane, Lynchburg, VA 24502
The thing that makes Heritage Green so good is the staff. Friendly, helpful, professional and knowledgeable about memory care. It’s unfortunate to have to place a loved one in memory care, thank goodness...
Growing a tradition of care! Heritage Green Assisted Living Community is a beautifully designed, single story building that caters to seniors that require assistance with activities of daily living but do not need skilled health care services. This 48-unit, 64 bed Assisted Living Community shares...
175 East Remington Drive, Sunnyvale, CA 94087
Staff is overall great but management is in turnover. There's been some miscommunication about agreements we made regarding pricing. They insisted on memory care after just one incident of mild exit seeking,...
Atria Sunnyvale is a welcoming assisted living community in a lovely, quiet neighborhood situated close to downtown Sunnyvale, California. Residents and their families can enjoy a stroll along winding walkways or relax in the beautifully landscaped courtyard. Or they may prefer to entertain...
1825 Arbor Creek Drive, Carrollton, TX 75010
Dad is doing really well and thriving with the social interactions! The facility has had staff turnover, but the level of care and activities has not appeared to suffer. They interact with the residents,...
Situated in a residential neighborhood in the heart of Carrollton, Texas, Atria Carrollton is a bright and airy community offering independent living, assisted living and memory care just outside the outskirts Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.Relax with a day of shopping and dining at nearby retail...
2883 South Norfolk Street, San Mateo, CA 94403
I recently moved my dad into the memory care unit at Harbor at Hillsdale Senior Living, and I couldn’t be more pleased with the experience. From the moment he arrived, the staff attended to his every need...
For more than 20 years, Atria has served the families of San Mateo. The community will seek LEED® certification for sustainable design, construction and operation.In addition to discreet assistance with daily tasks like bathing and getting dressed, Atria Park of San Mateo has a licensed nurse...
901 Seminole Boulevard, Largo, FL 33770
So far, the staff has been perfectly helpful, attentive, respectful, and caring. The "feel" among the residents is extremely positive, especially enthusiasm for activists and group events. Everyone we've met...
3675 Old Milton Pkwy, Alpharetta, GA 30005
I toured the facility and knew it was the right place for my husband. Everything felt right. And I have not been disappointed at all. The nurses and other staff are all kind, friendly and very caring. I rest...
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...
860 SE Central Pkwy, Stuart, FL 34994
The size of the Facility and closeness to our home, is what stood out. The happy residents in the recreation room, the friendliness of the Staff.
EASY LIFESTYLEEngaged living, a tranquil setting, and compassionate care are hallmarks of Sodalis Stuart, a community that encourages an active lifestyle and daily activities for residents-both on campus and throughout the beautiful Stuart area. With designer touches throughout, you'll enjoy a...
6053 Wilora Lake Road, Charlotte, NC 28212
Brookdale is great! My mother in law is very happy there. It was so clean, the food is great, the staff are caring , and the apartment is a perfect size down for her .
Aging well can mean living well, especially with the resort-style amenities available at our community. Start your days strolling through expansive courtyards and along flower-lined walking paths, perhaps stop at the wellness center and then enjoy a stage play at the on-site theater. Or maybe...
3717 Orders Rd, Grove City, OH 43123
Good place to live except very expensive. If you can afford the rent this is a very good community to live in Every one that works here is so wonderful and caring. The food is good unit's are nice and homey.
At StoryPoint Grove City, we are so proud to serve seniors and families in the area! Our community offers catered services, including independent living, assisted living and memory care. We have tailored our community's experiences to each resident and their specific needs, which is why...
1177 Sixth Street, Whitehall, PA 18052
My Mom is in memory care and loves it. The caretakers are loving and kind. The activities have increased lately which I appreciate. I would recommend. It is played back and calm which I think helps the...
Whitehall Manor opened its doors to its first residents in Fall 1998. Our local owners are personally committed to providing the quality of care that is surpassed in the industry. Our organized healthcare service team brings to you many years of experience in all aspects of healthcare 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.