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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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Chateau of Batesville

44 Chateau Blvd, Batesville, IN 47006

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

[name removed] gave us a tour and was very attentive and answered all of our questions. The facility was very pretty and seems like a perfect fit for my dad.

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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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
172 reviews

I have been very happy here at Discovery Village Des Plaines. The residents and staff are great people. The meals are very good and healthy. I enjoy the variety of activities. I would recommend Discovery.

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 DeLand

350 E. International Speedway Blvd., DeLand, FL 32724

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

I love the people at Grand Villa. I love my room and the security I get at Grand Villa. The staff is very capable and friendly. The pool and entertainment is incredible.

Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Grand Villa is a gorgeous assisted living and memory care community that is located in sunny DeLand, Volusia County, Florida. Residents are able to enjoy getting in the pool or even going to the community library to get a good book to read. There are barbecue amenities that are available in the...

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Independence Village of Petoskey

965 Hager Drive, Petoskey, MI 49770

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

Staff was extremely helpful even during her final days there. They treat the tenants as family. Always helping with anything at any time. So unlike many service providers no days.

Provides: Independent Living
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Welcome to Independence Village! Our community offers independent living and enhanced living services. Our team strives each day to make sure all residents are at their happiest and healthiest. Whether it’s helping out with simple, everyday tasks or adding a favorite recipe to our menus, we’re...

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The Waterford on Highland Colony

619 Highland Colony Pkwy, Ridgeland, MS 39157

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

The assisted caregivers great professional. Office staff always helpful kitchen great delicious meals!! Dining room staff excellent and quick the dining room staff. Excellent and quick the dining room....

Provides: Independent Living
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Join a community overflowing with warmth and friendliness at The Waterford on Highland Colony. Featuring Independent Living services in Ridgeland, Mississippi, our community puts a focus on getting the most out of life. Our residents can participate in weekly activities, including movie nights,...

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Keystone Villa at Fleetwood

501 Hoch Rd, Blandon, PA 19510

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
13
13 Photos available
4
4 Floor plans available
9.9
Review Score
116 reviews

Everything was excellent food was very good. My family was very impressed, food was ha. I already signed then up for the nest meal. I hear nothing but good things.

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Verena at The Reserve

121 Reserve Way, Williamsburg, VA 23185

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
11
11 Photos available
9.9
Review Score
72 reviews

Verena is a wonderful place for seniors and has everything we need. All staff are amazing. All our residents are made to feel like we are "home" and are all family. We are cared for and protected in every...

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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Trustwell Living at Blanchard Place

825 Richard Lane, Kenton, OH 43326

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8 Photos available
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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West Shores

2607 Albert Pike, Hot Springs, AR 71913

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
8
8 Photos available
9.9
Review Score
146 reviews

I moved my mom to West Shores because of the care needs. She has been enjoying her time and to have the front desk and staff so caring is great. You can tell that everyone is loved and well taken care of.

Best of Senior Living All Star
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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See the natural beauty that flows through West Shores, a 17-acre community that combines serenity and security by offering desired services and amenities in every studio, one- and two-bedroom apartment home. Our goal is to enrich the lives of our residents by providing an environment that is...

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The Timbers of Shorewood

1100 N. River Road, Shorewood, IL 60404

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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16 Photos available
9.9
Review Score
109 reviews

I would give them a 5 for all. The facility was wonderful. I just wish my Father could have stayed, but his health deteriorated too much to return.

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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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.