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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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Havenwood of Buffalo

150 Division St E, Buffalo, MN 55313

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
Review Score
51 reviews

You can always find someone to interact with. Made to order breakfast is very rare in a persons life, this is a real treat! I spend time in the fitness center everyday. There is a nice variety I can...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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The Reserve at Greenbrier

1005 Elysian Pl, Chesapeake, VA 23320

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
Review Score
36 reviews

Prior to contacting a Place for Mom, I assumed I would be able to find a place for her to call home. I was wrong. My Mom was 82 at the time, with arthritis and some mobility issues. I was unable to find a...

Provides: Independent Living
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Living has never been better or easier with the perfect combination of comfort and location. Chesapeake's newest luxury apartment community designed for active adults will fill you with a fresh sense of contentment. Alta Reserve is a 55 and Better community, offers many luxuries and amenities....

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Chateau of Batesville

44 Chateau Blvd, Batesville, IN 47006

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3 Floor plans available
9.9
Review Score
22 reviews

They do a wonderful job at The Chateau! It's a clean, well kept community, and the people all seem very nice. They've got all kinds of activities and amenities they provide for the residents, and I've heard...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Enjoy rural charm with upscale amenities at Chateau of Batesville, centrally located between Indianapolis; Cincinnati, Ohio; and Louisville, Kentucky. We offer a relaxed atmosphere of warmth and caring that promotes companionship among residents and staff. The Assisted Living community in...

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Arbor Grove Assisted Living and Memory Care

1320 Pine Ave, Alma, MI 48801

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
Review Score
65 reviews

Mom is so well cared for at Arbor Grove. We are kept informed on how she is doing and Mom has been thriving on this caring and supportive environment.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Welcome to Arbor Grove, a Leisure Living Community in Alma, Michigan, where our residents experience the joys of everyday life together. Residents can relax in the pavilion on a sunny summer day or cozy up next to the fireplace in the winter. Residents and their families will enjoy our open,...

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Brookdale Des Plaines

800 South River Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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5
5 Floor plans available
9.9
Review Score
176 reviews

The staff has been very helpful. There seems to be several activities and theme parties. My mom doesn't participate as much I would like but my sister does. I believe the food is fine, mom does complain...

Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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It’s good to be home.Our community just outside of Chicago gives you the lifestyle you want, plus care if you need it with both independent living and assisted living on the same campus. With several floor plans to chose from, including studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom options, you’ll be able...

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Grand Villa of Sarasota

730 South Osprey Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3 Floor plans available
9.9
Review Score
125 reviews

Not many places make you feel at home but grand villa has the most friendly and resourceful staff. The tour felt like visiting a relatives home. I feel confident that grand villa will be the best home for my...

Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Grand Villa of Sarasota is a beautifully landscaped, Florida community situated on three lush acres on the Hudson Bayou. It is close to historic and charming downtown Sarasota, which offers residents plenty of excellent shopping and dining options. Residents enjoy our warm, relaxing environment,...

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Verena at The Reserve

121 Reserve Way, Williamsburg, VA 23185

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
Review Score
74 reviews

I'd give it a five based on the friendliness of the people - both the residents and the staff. I immediately felt at home here - Very comfortable. I do recommend

Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Independent Living
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Discover the unparalleled joys of retirement living at Verena at the Reserve!Nestled just minutes away from Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia, our all-inclusive 55+ independent living community’s gourmet dining, social activities, and lush tree-filled grounds are sure to impress. Our all-inclusive...

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Keystone Villa at Fleetwood

501 Hoch Rd, Blandon, PA 19510

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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4 Floor plans available
9.9
Review Score
117 reviews

The staff was very kind and caring. My mother ended up needing hospice, and the KV staff were wonderful. The facility was very clean at all times, the food was also well prepared. The administrative staff...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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The Timbers of Shorewood

1100 N. River Road, Shorewood, IL 60404

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
Review Score
110 reviews

I love my apartment; the people I met here takes the place of being alone. My children are happy I am here. I love being independent. I love my new friends. I love having my own space and everyone that works...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living

The Timbers of Shorewood delivers an unusual blend of secure senior living with elegance and independence! With full-service kitchens in every apartment, supportive services available for Independent living residents and perfectly coordinated services for Assisted Living residents. There is a...

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Trustwell Living at Blanchard Place

825 Richard Lane, Kenton, OH 43326

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
Review Score
73 reviews

I always know if I have a question about my loved one that I can ask anyone and if they are not sure they are more than happy to find am answer for me. I could not ask for a better place for my loved one.

Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Assisted Living
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Blanchard Place is an assisted living community located in Kenton, Ohio. We are on the east side of town. We are close enough to town for nearby activities yet far enough away to enjoy peaceful countryside living. Our thoughtfully designed community includes both social and safety amenities: ...

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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.