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Best of 2026 Senior Living Award Winners: All Categories

Best of Senior Living Communities

The top senior living communities stand out for their exceptional care and support of seniors in independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Our Best of Senior Living Award winners represent the top 1-2% of senior care providers nationwide based on reviews from those who matter most: residents and families. Below are the winners from the 2026 Best of Senior Living Awards. The 2027 award winners will be announced in February 2027.

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StoryPoint Rockford

2885 10 Mile Rd NE, Rockford, MI 49341

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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16 Photos available
9.8
Review Score
374 reviews

What we like the most about the community is that they are there for us as well as the residents for emotional support. With all my heart I would recommend StoryPoint Rockford community to other families

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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At StoryPoint Rockford, we love being a part of the greater Grand Rapids area. Our community is a place where our residents can really enjoy a carefree retirement. At StoryPoint, we offer independent living, enhanced living, assisted living and memory care services. We can meet each resident...

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Juniper Village at Lebanon

1125 Birch Road, Lebanon, PA 17042

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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4 Floor plans available
9.8
Review Score
57 reviews

My mother only lived there a short time. But the experiences overall were good. She choose to not participate in activities or eat in the dining room. But it was offered. She left needing a higher level of...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Juniper Village at Lebanon is a senior living community located in Lebanon, PA offering both personal care and independent living. Lebanon is home to just over 24,500 people, and is a beautiful small city in Lebanon County with a railroad and Central Square. Residents can enjoy quiet walks,...

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The Ashton on Dorsey

1105 Dorsey Lane, Louisville, KY 40223

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3 Floor plans available
9.8
Review Score
46 reviews

Mom wanted to stay in the home where she and Dad raised their 3 girls. But, when that was no longer possible, the 3 of us started touring to find a place we thought she’d be comfortable. Thankfully, we found...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Dealing with the realities of aging can be challenging—from physical limitations and medical issues to cognitive changes and more. No matter where you are in your story, we know that finding the right senior living experience is paramount. At The Ashton on Dorsey, we’re dedicated to helping you...

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Canterfield of Fort Myers

18301 Trifecta Ln, Fort Myers, FL 33967

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3
3 Floor plans available
9.8
Review Score
55 reviews

We moved my sister (84), from a dementia care community to the dementia care at Canterfield 2 months ago. The move was prompted by the severe decline in her overall health. She had developed a very severe...

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Canterfield of Fort Myers invites you to discover a truly exceptional way of life. We are an inspiring retirement community that enables you to design each day as you desire. We are building a brand new tradition by offering "carefree living" in a country club-like setting where our residents...

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RidgePointe Senior Living

12600 & 12800 Marion Lane West, Minnetonka, MN 55305

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
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61 reviews

The marketing director, [name removed], is very good at her job. She answered all my multiple questions, assured me everything in the apartment would be fixed, painted, new carpeting installed etc. which it...

Provides: Independent Living
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RidgePointe is an active, independent, senior community for residents 62 or better, conveniently located in Minnetonka. Our inviting atmosphere and countless social opportunities allow you to enjoy as much activity as you wish. We are proud to offer a comprehensive amenities package, including...

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Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care

3932 Monitor Rd., Bay City, MI 48706

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
Review Score
86 reviews

BayField has been beyond my expectations. The staff have been amazing, starting with the Executive Director [name removed] , her fellow leaders, all the way down to the care staff and housekeepers....

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Welcome to Bayfield, a Leisure Living Community in Bay City, 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...

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Hearthstone Communities - Sterling Heights

36688 Briarcliff Road, Sterling Heights, MI 48312

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
Review Score
80 reviews

The caregivers at Hearthstone are top notch! I can’t say enough about the care our grandma has received there. The first things she says when we visit is “they take such good care of you here”. We trust in...

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Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes
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Welcome to HearthStone Communities. Assisted Living, Licensed Group Home where our family atmosphere and qualified caregivers provide our residents compassionate care, a dignified, safe and secure living environment.Residents will enjoy the same activities and interests they always have. Helping...

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Trustwell Living at Westwood Place

37950 Airport Road, Woodsfield, OH 43793

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
Review Score
97 reviews

Our mother is safe, clean and loved at Westwood! Although my mother is difficult in her own ways, the staff at Westwood does not judge her for her behavior. My mother is well cared for and this gives our...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Westwood Place is located in Woodsfield, Ohio, a small town surrounded by beautiful farm country. We provide assisted living for seniors looking for caring and fun retirement living. Our lively community offers many amenities to help you enjoy each day: Fitness room Whirlpool Private dining...

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Atria Chandler Villas

101 South Yucca Street, Chandler, AZ 85224

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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1 Video available
12
12 Photos available
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6 Floor plans available
9.8
Review Score
195 reviews

I would tell a friend, it's a wonderful place to live. Everyone is so friendly. The staff is so helpful and we have a lot of fun.

Provides: Independent Living
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At Atria Chandler Villas, residents will discover a welcoming independent senior living community nestled in the heart of Chandler, Arizona. The area’s Spanish-style architecture is reflected in the red-tile roofs and soft desert colors throughout each spacious apartment.We have been in business...

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Gaslight Village Assisted Living and Memory Care

2625 N. Adrian Highway, Adrian, MI 49221

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
Review Score
66 reviews

Whenever I visit the building is always clean, no odors, staff are smiling and you can hear laughter. Food always looks great and activities are always happening.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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At Gaslight Village, a Leisure Living Community in Adrian, MI, residents can relax under the pergola on a warm summer day or keep warm next to the fireplace in the winter. With assisted living and memory care options, our residents experience the joys of everyday life in a continuing care...

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Best of 2026 Senior Living Awards criteria

Receive 10 or more reviews on APlaceforMom.com

Attain an overall average rating of at least 4.5 stars for 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, 2025 to Dec. 31, 2025. U.S. and Canada only.

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The best senior 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 highest-rated senior living communities represent the top 1-2% of senior living providers nationwide.